The segment of 10 inch Android tablets has evolved to offer complete experiences at affordable prices. Within that equation, the Acer Iconia A3 It stands out for its proposal focused on large screen, improved sound y connectivity options which are usually reserved for higher ranges, such as the output HDMI or expansion by microSD.
When the iPad was launched, there was no tablet capable of rivaling it. The only ones that could compete with the Apple tablet in quality had the same or a higher price. However, today it is different. Acer has just introduced the new Acer Iconia A3, a 10-inch tablet, priced at 250 euros.
It seems incredible that we have reached the point that tablets with a 10-inch screen have prices below 300 euros. It seemed that the formula that the companies had come up with to lower the price was to reduce the size to seven inches. However, today we already have tablets like this Acer Iconia A3 for a price of only 250 euros. Its 10,1-inch screen will have high definition quality, which although it will not be Full HD, will have a resolution of 1280 by 800 pixelsThe processor will have architecture Cortex-A7, will be quad-core and will come with a camera of five megapixels. In addition, it will be available in two versions, one of 16 GB and another with memory of 32 GBThe version of the operating system that it will have will be 4.2 Android Jelly Bean. The technology Dolby Digital Plus It will give you outstanding sound quality, which will make it stand out from other tablets at this price, capable of creating a virtual 5.1 sound experience when using headphones.
At the moment, what we know is that the Acer Iconia A3 will be released in Europe for a price of 249 Euros as for the basic version with 16 GB memory and WiFi connectivity. It will be available at the beginning of next October. But if we want to buy a tablet with 3G we will be able to buy it for 300 Euros, which is also a really good price. Definitely a great option for today's market.
Hardware, display and sound: what it really offers
The Iconia A3 prioritizes a panel 10,1 inch IPS in resolution HD (1280 x 800) which offers good angles and sufficient brightness for interiors. Its chip quad-core Cortex-A7 It is geared towards browsing, video, social networking and light gaming, while the internal memory of 16 / 32 GB can be expanded by microSD to carry series, music or documents without depending on the cloud. The star section is the audio: with Dolby Digital Plus and virtualization 5.1 When using headphones, you get a higher level of immersion than is usually seen in this price range.
Versions, variants and evolution in the Iconia A3 family
The A3 series has been introducing improvements in different models while maintaining the philosophy of price content y large screen:
- A3 (HD): 10,1 inch HD, Cortex‑A7 quad-core, cameras 5 SM (rear) and connectivity WiFi o 3G. High capacity battery around 7300 mAh and chassis of approximately 10 mm thick and 560 gr of weight.
- A3‑A20: focus on quality/price ratio with 1 GB of RAM, 16 GB and CPU quad-core 1,3 GHz, screen 10,1 ″ HD IPS, camera of 5 SM, Android 4.4, WiFi y Bluetooth 4.0.
- A3‑A30: jump to 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA), Gorilla Glass, to 2 GB of RAM, 64 GB internal and microSD up to 128 GB, more options like NFC in some variants, maintaining output micro‑HDMI and stereo speakers.
- A3‑A40: panels Full HD with 10,1 "IPS, processor MediaTek MT8163, 2 GB of RAM, 32 GB expandable, battery around 6100 mAh y 4 speakers with multimedia profile.
- A3‑A50: bet on screen with Quantum-Dot For more vivid colors, set of 4–5 speakers depending on the version and approximate autonomy of Up to 8 hours, keeping Android modern at launch.
The brand has also revitalized its ecosystem with models such as Iconia A1 o B1, expanding colors and formats to cover different uses (reading, leisure and education), but keeping the A3 experience in line affordable large format.
Quick comparison with iPad: strengths and weaknesses
Against equivalent iPads, the Iconia A3 competes for price and for offering practical extras: microSD to expand storage, HDMI output for TV or projector and a profile of Dolby sound which makes a difference in series and movies. In return, iPads usually offer more powerful chips, best cameras, panels with higher density and, in general, more RAM/storage in its higher configurations. If your priority is multimedia consumption, classrooms, or a family on a budget, the Iconia A3 more than delivers; if you need intensive editing, demanding games, or photography, an iPad will be more affordable, though more expensive.
Price and Availability
El Acer Iconia A3 It was announced with a starting price of 249 Euros for version Wi-Fi 16 GB and 300 Euros for the option with 3GAs always, amounts may vary by shop, employment offers o storage. Later versions of the A3 range (A3‑A30/A40/A50) have maintained an aggressive strategy, bringing closer Full HD, more memory and better audio at accessible ranges.
The value of the Iconia A3 lies in combining 10 inches, careful sound y versatile connectivity At a reasonable price. For those looking for a large tablet for Netflix, YouTube, the classroom, or travel, who value the ability to expand memory and connect to a TV, this remains one of the best-balanced options in its range.
