Design:
| weight |
880 g |
| thickness |
15.5 mm |
| width |
252.5 mm |
| height |
168.5 mm |
| volume |
659.466875 cm³ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| Has a detachable keyboard |
✕ |
| Has a backlit keyboard |
✕ |
| water resistance |
Waterproof |
| has a rugged build |
✓ |
| Has tilt sensitivity |
✕ |
| waterproof depth rating |
1.5 m |
| Ingress Protection (IP) rating |
IP68 |
The Hotwav R8 features a rugged design with a weight of 880 g and dimensions of 252.5 mm width, 168.5 mm height, and 15.5 mm thickness. It offers waterproof protection up to 1.5 m with an IP68 rating, ensuring durability in harsh environments. While it lacks a stylus, detachable keyboard, and backlit keyboard, it is built to withstand tough conditions, making it a reliable device for users seeking a sturdy tablet.
Display:
| screen size |
10.1" |
| resolution |
1280 x 800 px |
| pixel density |
149 ppi |
| Display type |
LCD, IPS |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| has anti-reflection coating |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
The Hotwav R8 features a 10.1″ LCD IPS display with a resolution of 1280 x 800 px, providing a decent viewing experience. With a pixel density of 149 ppi, the display offers clear visuals, though it lacks advanced features like Gorilla Glass, anti-reflection coating, or HDR support. The touchscreen functionality adds convenience, but it does not support technologies like HDR10, Dolby Vision, or sapphire glass.
Performance:
| internal storage |
128GB |
| RAM |
4GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
Unisoc T606 |
| GPU name |
Mali G57 MP1 |
| CPU speed |
2 x 1.6 & 6 x 1.6 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
1391 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
371 |
| has an external memory slot |
✓ |
| semiconductor size |
12 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| maximum amount of external memory supported |
2000GB |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| GPU clock speed |
650 MHz |
| L2 cache |
2 MB |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| RAM speed |
1600 MHz |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| GPU turbo |
650 MHz |
| maximum memory amount |
14GB |
| L1 cache |
128 KB |
| Android version |
Android 14 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
10W |
| GPU execution units |
1 |
| Uses HMP |
✓ |
| L3 cache |
1 MB |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
12.8 GB/s |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| PassMark result |
2663 |
| PassMark result (single) |
988 |
| shading units |
64 |
| eMMC version |
5.1 |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
The Hotwav R8 is equipped with a Unisoc T606 chipset and 4GB of RAM, providing solid performance for everyday tasks. The device features 128GB of internal storage, expandable up to 2000GB via an external memory slot. It supports Android 14 and integrates LTE, making it capable of high-speed mobile connectivity. The CPU operates at up to 2 x 1.6 GHz & 6 x 1.6 GHz, and the GPU is clocked at 650 MHz, offering smooth graphics performance with DirectX 12 and OpenGL ES 3.2 support.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
16 MP |
| megapixels (front camera) |
16MP |
| video recording (main camera) |
1080 x 30 fps |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✕ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
0x |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| wide aperture (main camera) |
2f |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has timelapse function |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✕ |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
The Hotwav R8 is equipped with a 16 MP main camera and a 16 MP front camera, offering good photo quality for both selfies and standard shots. It supports 1080p video recording at 30 fps and features HDR, manual white balance, and manual ISO for more control over images. The camera includes a flash and touch autofocus for better photo clarity, but lacks advanced features such as optical zoom, optical image stabilization, or slow-motion video recording.
Audio:
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX Low Latency |
✕ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| has stereo speakers |
✕ |
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✕ |
| number of microphones |
0 |
| Has a radio |
✕ |
The Hotwav R8 does not include advanced audio features such as aptX, stereo speakers, or a 3.5 mm audio jack. It lacks support for high-quality audio codecs like aptX HD, LDAC, and aptX Lossless, and does not offer a radio or microphone. This device is designed without some of the premium audio capabilities found in other devices.
Battery:
| battery power |
10800 mAh |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
The Hotwav R8 is equipped with a 10800 mAh rechargeable battery, offering substantial power for extended usage. It supports fast charging, ensuring quicker recharges, and includes a battery level indicator for easy monitoring. However, the device does not support wireless charging and features a non-removable battery for a more streamlined design.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
November 2024 |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✕ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| has 5G support |
✕ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| has NFC |
✕ |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✕ |
| USB version |
2 |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Bluetooth version |
5.1 |
| download speed |
300 MBits/s |
| has a gyroscope |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✓ |
| upload speed |
100 MBits/s |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
| supports Ethernet |
✕ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✕ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
The device offers a wide array of connectivity and privacy features, including support for Wi-Fi 4 and Wi-Fi 5 for reliable internet access, Bluetooth 5.1 for seamless pairing with accessories, and USB Type-C for fast data transfer. It also includes advanced privacy options, such as location privacy settings, camera/microphone access control, and the ability to block app tracking. Additionally, it supports useful features like split screen, Live Text, and dynamic theming for a customizable experience, while offering offline voice recognition and phone tracking for added convenience and security.
Miscellaneous:
| Geekbench 5 result (multi) |
1175 |
| Geekbench 5 result (single) |
313 |
| DDR memory version |
4 |
This device is equipped with DDR4 memory, ensuring efficient performance. In Geekbench 5 tests, it achieved a multi-core score of 1175 and a single-core score of 313, reflecting solid processing power for day-to-day tasks and moderate multitasking.