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Asus UX305CA-FC037T

Specifications

Asus UX305CA-FC037T
Asus UX305CA-FC037T (UX Series)
Processor
Intel Core m3-6Y30 2 x 0.9 - 2.2 GHz, Skylake
Graphics adapter
Memory
4 GB 
Display
13.30 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel, glossy: no
Weight
1.2 kg ( = 42.33 oz / 2.65 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 81.25% - good
Average of 8 scores (from 10 reviews)
price: 90%, performance: 60%, features: 75%, display: 70% mobility: 70%, workmanship: 85%, ergonomy: 70%, emissions: 80%

Reviews for the Asus UX305CA-FC037T

80% A brilliant ultraportable laptop which will last all day away from the mains
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The Asus ZenBook UX305CA is a sensible, perhaps predictable upgrade to the UX305 we looked at last year. It has newer CPU, and a much higher-resolution screen. However, it remains a seriously portable, expensive-feeling laptop that really isn’t that expensive. That you can get this grade of machine for £600 (at the time of writing) shows that while Apple’s pricing has improved, companies like Asus still have the edge. A big, sharp, shiny edge. The Core M CPU limits the crowd of people this laptop will suit perfectly. But that it still feels fast for everyday tasks and the fact it will last all day with that kind of use makes it ideal for those who find themselves hopping between meetings or cafes as part of their daily grind. If you’re looking for something to use mostly at home, you might want look for something with a little more power and a screen with slightly higher contrast, though.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/11/2016
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 100% performance: 50% features: 70% workmanship: 80%
100% Asus ZenBook UX305CA review - another shot at the MacBook
Source: Expert Reviews English Archive.org version
There’s undoubtedly a lot to like about the ZenBook UX305CA. Its build quality and design are still excellent and the high-resolution screen is equally great. However, its performance took a puzzling step backwards and its battery life was a little disappointing. Still, considering it remains around the same price as its predecessor it’s still worthy of recommendation for those looking for a thin, light and extremely portable laptop, especially for those not looking to stretch to the Apple MacBook.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/10/2016
Rating: Total score: 100%
80% Asus ZenBook UX305CA
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
The Asus ZenBook UX305CA is a laptop for shoppers who care more about portability and endurance than sheer power. Other pluses include the bright and colorful full HD matte display, comfy keyboard and fairly low $699 price. If you love Asus' design and portability but need something that can handle a heavier workload, Asus' Core i5-powered UX303UA is a better choice for $850.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/02/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
70% Asus ZenBook UX305CA review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
Asus had the perfect opportunity with the UX305CA to perfect what was already a superb laptop, but it has fallen some way short. This is still a good option for those seeking a slim and light laptop for two thirds' the price of a premium Ultrabook. However, the 4K screen is actually a step back from the 1080p version of last year's model, and battery life has taken a hit too. Add in the still poor touchpad and you've got a machine that's racked with compromises.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/17/2016
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 70% features: 80% display: 70% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 70% emissions: 80%
80% Asus ZenBook UX305CA review
Source: V3.co.uk English Archive.org version
While this Skylake refresh is still short on both high-end power and internal storage, there's plenty here to justify the upgrade; in particular, the premium display and well-above-average battery life. These sizeable improvements elevate what was already a solid, supremely portable mid-range laptop, and with no corresponding rise in the price of entry, the ZenBook UX305CA is undoubtedly the definitive edition - even with the risk of some technical hiccups.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/06/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
Thin And Light, Great Battery Life
Source: Hot Hardware English Archive.org version
The Asus ZenBook UX305CA is an evolutionary update to an already nice product, but this is one of cases in which that’s a (mostly) good thing. The ZenBook’s design and build quality are as good in this year’s model as they were in the previous edition, so we’re not surprised that many of the new or updated components are incremental upgrades geared mostly at keeping the ultrabook current.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/28/2016
80% Asus ZenBook UX305 review: Still the best budget ultrabook around
Source: PC World English Archive.org version
If 2015 was a break-out year for many laptop makers, 2016 so far appears to be steady as she goes. Some vendors have chosen to make tiny changes to bring laptops more in line with newer technologies such as USB-C, while others aren't making any changes beyond swapping the CPU. In the UX305's case, that's really not a bad thing. For what you get in performance, build quality, and portability, the UX305 is still easily the best budget ultrabook of the year.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/20/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Asus ZenBook UX305CA
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The Asus ZenBook UX305CA is a slim, well-made system with a good display and solid performance. The aluminum body feels sturdy and of high quality, and the price is a very good value. The Apple MacBook Air 13-inch costs $300 more, and the screen is a lower resolution, but it remains our Editors' Choice for midrange ultraportables, as the higher cost nets you clear-cut advantages, like better performance and unmatched battery life, but the Asus ZenBook UX305CA is a worthy contender, especially if you're looking to save some money.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/11/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

80% ASUS ZenBook UX305CA - Nog een tikje beter
Source: Computer Totaal Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/18/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Asus Zenbook UX305CA teszt
Source: Laptopkalauz HU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Pretty well equipped; comfortable touchpad; good viewing angles of the IPS display; good SSD; good cooling system. Negative: No ethernet port; mediocre sound system.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/01/2016

Comment

Model: The Asus UX305CA-FC037T is a refreshed model of the previous UX305 ASUS ZenBook. It aims to bring the premium look of a high-end ultrabook with a sleek metal chassis and a thin and light aluminum exterior. Its 13.3 inch display features a quad HD resolution (3200 x 1800) and wide viewing angles. However, the high resolution might have a big impact on the battery life. The laptop comes with an Intel Core M Skylake processor, which is faster than the ASUS UX305CA predecessor's. You can choose between 128 GB or 512 GB SSD storage.

Moreover, the UX305CA-FC037T features 4 GB or 8 GB of RAM, three USB 3.0 ports, and 802.11 AC WiFi. The Intel processor combined with smart engineering allows a fanless cooling system. Any heat produced will disperse efficiently from its chromium-copper alloy heat pipe. The full-size Chiclet keyboard makes for a solid and comfortable typing experience. The connectivity includes a microphone jack, a headphone jack, a micro HDMI port, and an SDXC slot.

Series:

With the recent announced UX21 and UX31 Ultrabooks, provided by the Taiwanese manufacturer Asus and marketed under the self-created term Zenbook, the already existing UX series moves back to the foreground. In 2009 Asus showed the slim notebook UX50V with energy efficient hardware and a 15-inch display. Today, three years after the first device of this series Asus presents two devices in the Ultrabook-class with 11.6 - and 13.3-inch display. The category Ultrabook itself was launched by Intel to the fire up the market of the top dog Apple with its MacBook Air 11 and MacBook Air 13.

Significant milestones for this project are a sleek design, fast and energy-saving hardware as well as a decent battery lifetime. Asus uses a alloy-chassis, a solid state drive and a lithium-polymer battery, which is integrated. In the first reviews for the two new devices  the available ports, the bright screen and the minimalistic background noises in idle-usage models are highlighted. Disadvantages are the reflective surface of the display and the missing option to expand the integrated hardware.

Asus offers the Zenbook UX21 (11.6 inches) and the UX31 with the larger 13.3-inch screen from 999 € (MSRP) upwards. In regard to other devices you’ll see that Asus only sell premium devices at the moment. Acer offers the Aspire S3 Ultrabook already from 799 € (MSRP) upwards. But in comparison the devices from Asus get a better result in the most reviews out there.

Intel HD Graphics 515: Integrated GPU (GT2) with 24 EUs found on Core-m-CPUs of the Skylake generation (4,5 W TDP).

Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


6Y30: Skylake-based ULV dual-core processor for tablets and 2-in-1 notebooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 515 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


13.30":

There are hardly any tablets in this display size range anymore. For subnotebooks, on the other hand, it is the standard format.

The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small and therefore easily portable. The smaller display also has the advantage of requiring less power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is more strenuous on the eyes. High resolutions are more likely to be found in standard laptops.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Asus: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. is a major Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer based in Taipei, founded in 1989. Under the Asus brand name, the company manufactures a wide range of products, including laptops, desktops, motherboards, graphics cards, monitors, smartphones and networking equipment, complete systems and PC components for end users.

Under the ROG (Republic of Gamers) brand name, ASUS manufactures gaming laptops known by gamers for their powerful specifications, dedicated graphics cards, high refresh rate displays and advanced cooling systems.

Beyond gaming, a wide range of notebooks are offered for different needs and budgets, from ultra-slim and lightweight ultrabooks to versatile 2-in-1 convertibles and budget-friendly options. In 2023, Asus had a 7% global market share of the PC market.

Customer satisfaction with ASUS notebooks concerns performance, the features, and the good price-performance ratio of ASUS notebooks. However, as with any brand, there are occasional reports of problems such as overheating, driver compatibility, or build quality issues.


81.25%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Stefan Hinum, 2016-01- 3 (Update: 2016-01- 3)