Asus VivoBook U38 Series

Asus VivoBook U38DT-R3001H

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Gegenspieler – 13-Zoll-Ultrathin mit AMD-Quadcore im Alu-Dress
Source: Notebookjournal DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/14/2013
Rating: performance: 50% features: 30% display: 50% mobility: 30% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 50%

Gegenspieler – 13-Zoll-Ultrathin mit AMD-Quadcore im Alu-Dress
Source: Notebookjournal DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/14/2013
Rating: performance: 50% features: 30% display: 50% mobility: 30% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 50%

Ultrabook-Konkurrent mit AMD Vision
Source: HardwareLuxx DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: high quality chassis; non-glare display; AMD's "vision" platform; high price
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/18/2013

Ultrabook-Konkurrent mit AMD Vision
Source: HardwareLuxx DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: high quality chassis; non-glare display; AMD's "vision" platform; high price
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/18/2013

Asus VivoBook U38N-C4015H

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Average Score: 65% - average

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80% Asus VivoBook U38N
Source: Digital Trends Archive.org version
For the same price as an ultrabook, the Asus VivoBook U38N comes with a superb chassis, high enough performance for most users and a top-notch screen (assuming the touchscreen version, which we did not test, offers the same quality). Unfortunately, it has lightweight gaming capabilities and the AMD processor is slightly behind Intel CPUs in terms of battery life and power.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/08/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%

50% ASUS U38N Review
Source: Laptop Mag Archive.org version
ASUS knows how to make a stunning notebook, but we don't see the U38N satisfying on-the-go business users. This laptop has a gorgeous 1080p touch display, a comfortable keyboard and decent port spread. However, short battery life and below-average performance compared with similarly priced Intel-powered Ultrabooks make this system a tough sell.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/21/2013
Rating: Total score: 50%

ASUS VivoBook U38N Review: AMD in a classic ZENBOOK chassis
Source: Slashgear Archive.org version
With the ASUS VivoBook U38N you’ve got a rather well-rounded solution for your school or everyday home use. With the high-quality audio system and the Full HD picture right in front of your face, you’ll also do well to work with this machine as a home entertainment blaster, especially if you’re the sort of person who doesn’t use a giant TV. If you DO use a giant TV, you’ve also got the option to output via HDMI as well – easy as pie! This is easily one of ASUS’ finest efforts to date, and with AMD under the hood you know you’ll have a unique solution that your best buddy will be interested in fiddling around with. ASUS also works with a collection of their own accessories that work with this notebook, and the manufacturer continues to support their ever-growing line of products with both hardware and software upgrades into the future. Let us know if you’re onboard!
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/19/2013

Asus VivoBook U38N-C4004H

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Average Score: 81% - good

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81% Asus U38N-C4004H
Source: Benchmark.pl PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/15/2013
Rating: Total score: 81% performance: 50% display: 100% mobility: 90% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 90%

81% Asus U38N-C4004H
Source: Benchmark.pl PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/15/2013
Rating: Total score: 81% performance: 50% display: 100% mobility: 90% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 90%

Asus VivoBook U38N-C4010H

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Average Score: 67% - average

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Recenze: ASUS U38N - s AMD do vybavených tenkých notebooků
Source: Notebook.cz CZ→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good mechanical processing; higher performance integrated graphics; convenient backlit keyboard. Negative: Noisy cooling system; touchpad.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/14/2013

67% Asus VivoBook U38N
Source: Dinside NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/06/2013
Rating: Total score: 67%

Asus Vivobook U38N
Source: SweClockers SV→EN Archive.org version
Positive: High resolution and bright touch screen; solid build quality; good keyboard. Negative: Very glossy screen; low battery life in its class; low performance.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/22/2013

Asus VivoBook U38N
Source: Itsvet HR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: High quality Full HD multitouch screen; excellent AMD platform; superb build quality.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/22/2013

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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.

Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

AMD Radeon HD 8550M:

Lower-end graphics card based on the GCN Mars architecture. Equipped with DDR3 VRAM and offers a 64-Bit memory interface.

AMD Radeon HD 7620G: Processor graphics card that is built into the Trinity A10 LV series APUs from AMD. Based on the VLIW4 architecture of the Radeon HD 6900 desktop series.

AMD Radeon HD 7600G: Processor graphics card that is built into the Trinity A8 ULV series APUs from AMD. Based on the VLIW4 architecture of the Radeon HD 6900 desktop series.

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

AMD A-Series:

A8-4555M: ULV-Trinity (19 W), 2 modules 1.6 - 2.4 GHz, HD 7600G GPU

A10-4655M: LV-Trinity (25 W), 2 modules 2.0 - 2.8 GHz, HD 7620G GPU

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

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

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75.14%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.

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

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