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If a full-sized laptop isn’t quite in the budget, there are some excellent 2-in-1 tablets on the market today. Not only are tablets cheaper, but they are also far more compact and easier for those who are on the go.
We are going to take a look at two 2-in-1 tablets, the RCA Cambio vs Viking Pro. We will look at all of their specifications from connectivity to the operating system, the camera to value for money and everything in between. We will include a comparison chart and some pros and cons and then finish up with our final verdict.
There are a few similarities between the RCA Cambio and the RCA Viking Pro, so we will begin here.
RCA Cambio vs Viking Pro – Similarities
Touchscreen
The 10.1-inch touchscreens of the RCA Cambio and the RCA Viking Pro are LCD with a resolution of 1280 x 800. They are IPS screens (in-plane switching) for the best color and viewing angles.
Hard Disk Size
The RCA Cambio and the RCA Viking Pro come with a 32G hard disk. This is often enough for most people’s tablet use. That being said, they also have MicroSD card slots. The RCA Cambio can take a 128GB MicroSD card. The specific card size isn’t listed for the RCA Viking Pro.
Connectivity
You can connect the RCA Cambio and the RCA Viking Pro to other devices either via built-in Wi-Fi or via Bluetooth 4.0.
Cameras
There are front and rear cameras with the RCA Cambio and the RCA Viking Pro. Both front and rear cameras are 2 megapixels.
Interactions
Aside from Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, you also have a good range of options to connect to other devices. You do have a built-in microphone and speaker with the RCA Cambio and the RCA Viking Pro, but as they are still just tablets, you may want to connect a speaker or microphone with the 3.5mm jack. Each one also has a UBS port, a mini-USB port and a micro-HDMI port.
Battery Life
You will have up to 6 hours of use on a full charge with the RCA Cambio and the RCA Viking Pro. Of course, this will vary depending on your workload.
Warranty
The RCA Cambio and the RCA Viking Pro come with a 1-year warranty.
Side By Side Comparison
The following comparison chart will help recap the specifications of the RCA Cambio and the RCA Viking Pro side by side.
| RCA Cambio | RCA Viking Pro | |
| Image |  |  |
| Size | 10.2 x 6.5 x 1.15 inches | 10.2 x 6.5 x 0.39 inches |
| Screen Size | 10.1 inches | 10.1 inches |
| Weight | 2.1lbs | 1.15lbs |
| Detachable Keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Processor | Intel Atom quad-core with 2MB cache | MediaTek quad-core |
| CPU Speed | 1.92 GHz | 1.4 GHz |
| Operating System | Preloaded with Windows 10 | Android Lollipop 5.0 |
| Touchscreen | IPS 1280 x 800 resolution | IPS 1280 x 800 resolution |
| Memory/RAM | 2GB DDR | 1GB DDR |
| Hard Disk Size | 32GB | 32GB |
| MicroSD Card Slot | Yes- up to 128GB additional storage | Yes |
| Wireless Connection | Bluetooth 4.0, Wireless
| Bluetooth 4.0, Wireless |
| Camera | Front and rear cameras 2 MP | Front and rear cameras 2 MP |
| Interactions | Combo mic and headphone 3.5mm audio jack, USB, USB-mini, micro-HDMI | Combo mic and headphone 3.5mm audio jack, USB, USB-mini, micro-HDMI |
| Battery Life | Up to 6 hours | Up to 6 hours |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |
| Price |
Let’s turn our attention to how the RCA Cambio and the RCA Viking Pro differ.
Differences Between RCA Cambio and Viking Pro
Appearance
There is not a great difference. Both are black and the size is similar, with a slight difference in thickness. Both come with detachable keyboards; however, the dimensions are for the tablet itself.
RCA Cambio
This tablet is 10.2 x 6.5 x 1.15 inches. It weighs 2.1 pounds.
RCA Viking Pro
It is also 10.2 x 6.5 inches, but the thickness is just 0.39 inches. It weighs 1.15 pounds.
The Winner Is- The RCA Viking Pro
Processor
The processor or CPU is crucial as it is what provides the processing power and instructions to the tablet. A more powerful processor allows for a faster tablet.
RCA Cambio
This comes with an Intel Atom quad-core processor and a 2MB cache. The CPU speed is 1.92 GHz, which is good for this price range.
RCA Viking Pro
In this case, you have a MediaTek quad-core processor with speeds of 1.4 GHz.
The Winner Is- The RCA Cambio
Operating System
It’s often helpful to have a tablet that uses an operating system you are used to. That being said, there are benefits to learning about new operating systems.
RCA Cambio
It comes preloaded with Windows 10.
RCA Viking Pro
The operating system is Android Lollipop 5.0, which sadly may feel a little outdated for some.
The Winner Is- The RCA Cambio
Memory/RAM
The Random Access Memory of a tablet is where data is held. A small RAM and you may notice your tablet running slower.
RCA Cambio
It’s of the lower size for tablets but again, in relation to the price, it is standard. The RAM is 2GB.
RCA Viking Pro
At half the RAM, you will notice the difference with just 1GB RAM.
The Winner Is- The RCA Cambio
Pros and Cons
To get a complete overview, here are some pros and cons of the 2-in 1 tablets from RCA.
RCA Cambio
Pros:
- Surprisingly more than what you would expect for the price
- Good and simple connection to Bluetooth
- Great screen colors
Cons:
- The battery life is not brilliant
RCA Viking Pro
Pros:
- There is very little lag time
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection are both good
- It comes with Google Play
Cons:
- You might notice some apps crash due to the smaller RAM
The Final Verdict
The first thing to mention is that if you rely on Windows, then you should choose the RCA Cambio. It does have its own version of Google Play but it’s not quite the same. Needless to say, if you want the range of apps that come with an Android, the RCA Viking Pro is the better choice.
When not considering these factors, we decided that the RCA Cambio was the better tablet. Even though it is more expensive at around $40-$50 more, the increased CPU speed and RAM makes this a slightly faster tablet and overall, it performs better.