Acer Iconia Tab A101
$100
Overview
Acer Iconia Tab A101 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2011 with a 7-inch LCD, MediaTek Helio G37 chipset, 5 main camera, and 1530 mAh battery.
Priced at $100, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Acer Iconia Tab A101
The display of Acer Iconia Tab A101 measures 7 inches with LCD technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 600x1024 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Acer Iconia Tab A101 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of Acer Iconia Tab A101 has 1530mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Acer Iconia Tab A101 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G37 chipset with PowerVR GE832 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 150 single-core and 500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 115000.
The memory of Acer Iconia Tab A101 offers 1GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1.
The connectivity of Acer Iconia Tab A101 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth 2.1.
The build of Acer Iconia Tab A101 weighs 197g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 195 x 117 x 13.1 mm.
The software of Acer Iconia Tab A101 runs Android 3.2 (Honeycomb) with Stock Android. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Acer Iconia Tab A101
Acer Iconia Tab A101 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Acer Iconia Tab A101 with MediaTek Helio G37 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Acer Iconia Tab A101 receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Acer Iconia Tab A101 has a 1530mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Acer Iconia Tab A101 at $100 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Acer Iconia Tab A101 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Acer Iconia Tab A101 is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Acer Iconia Tab A101 has a 7-inch LCD with 90Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Acer Iconia Tab A101 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
7"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
MediaTek Helio G37
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | N/A |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2011 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $300 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 195 x 117 x 13.1 mm |
| Weight (g) | 197 |
| Build Materials | Polycarbonate |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black/Red", "Black/Blue"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Tablet |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | LCD |
| Size (inches) | 7 |
| Resolution (px) | 600x1024 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:20 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 267 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 81 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 200 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 3.2 (Honeycomb) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G37 |
| CPU | Octa-Core 8x2.3GHz Cortex A53 |
| GPU | PowerVR GE832 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | HSPA |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 150 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 115000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.4 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/1.6, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.8 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | Basic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 2.1 |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1530 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | USB 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 10W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 3.2 (Honeycomb) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Stock Android |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!