Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi

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Reviews for the Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi

80% x 30-10-2015
Source: Gadgetspeak Archive.org version
The ASUS Transformer Book T300 measures 31x19x1cm, the last figure varies from .8cm at the front edge to 1.4cm at the back edge. It weights 1425grams all these figures assume you use the unit as a notebook. This is the first unit I have reviewed that was supplied with Windows 10 pre-installed.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/30/2015
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 80%

80% Asus Transformer Book Chi T300 review
Source: V3.co.uk Archive.org version
Had the Transformer Book Chi T300 squeezed in even one full-size USB port, its power, portability and reasonable price tag would have made it an outstanding laptop alternative. Instead, it will have to settle for being just a really rather good convertible. Even with the limited connectivity options and relatively brief battery life, the almost ultrabook-level performance, brilliant display and featherweight design of this 2-in-1 make it one of the most attractive hybrid devices around.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/24/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%

90% Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi Review
Source: Kitguru Archive.org version
The T300 Chi does come with a £799.99 price tag however, which would suggest you certainly pay for the added functionality of a 2-in-1 Transformer Book. Still, if you are in the market for a hybrid laptop, this one seems like a good bet, and you will not be disappointed. There is a cheaper option at £669.99 – but that has less RAM and a slower Core M CPU, so we’d recommend shelling out the extra £120 for the additional performance gain.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/20/2015
Rating: Total score: 90%

60% Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi review
Source: Expert Reviews Archive.org version
The Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi has several great features, such as its gorgeous design and high resolution screen, although battery life was disappointing and connectivity is only average. Unless portability is your absolute priority, the thicker Microsoft's Surface 3 is a better pick, it has a full-size USB3 port and much better battery life. Even with the optional touch cover on top, it's cheaper than the T300 as well.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/29/2015
Rating: Total score: 60%

Split decision: Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi convertible
Source: Reg Hardware Archive.org version
If like me, you have all your music and video files saved on external storage and in the cloud and you plumb into a USB hub every day as a matter of course, then the T300’s compromises in these areas shouldn’t present much of a problem. Indeed, this may be the first tablet-laptop combo I’ve tried that I could actually live with as a tablet and a laptop. It seems Asus is still the daddy of convergent devices.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/28/2015

60% Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi review
Source: Gadgets Now Archive.org version
The Asus Transformer Book Chi T300 is a great looking hybrid laptop that packs in an incredible screen and capable performance for around £670, but its short battery life, unwieldy size, lack of full laptop features and awkward keyboard make stop it short of greatness. If you're after a hybrid, convertible hybrid though, its smaller T100 sibling is well worth a look.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/27/2015
Rating: Total score: 60%

60% Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi
Source: PC Authority Archive.org version
The Transformer Book T300 Chi is a competent hybrid. The display is superb, the design attractive; this is a hybrid that performs well in both tablet and laptop roles. There’s room for improvement – but, for the money, its flaws are ones we could live with. If you’ve been looking for an affordable, more flexible alternative to the Microsoft Surface Pro 3, the Asus Transformer Book Chi T300 is worth considering.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/12/2015
Rating: Total score: 60%

Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi
Source: Hot Hardware Archive.org version
At the end of the day though, it really depends what functionality you value most. There are ultrabooks out there for a similar price as the Chi T300 that offer better battery life and possibility even greater performance. However, these machines may not offer you the flexibility and usage modes that the Chi T300 offers, and that’s where this machine really shines.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/08/2015

70% Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi
Source: PC Mag Archive.org version
The Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi is a stylish, powerful detachable-hybrid tablet. The system's balanced clamshell mode and slim design will bring it some fans, as will its performance, which is closer to a Core i5 CPU than an Atom processor. However, the dongle situation, somewhat short battery life, and a price tag that's high for its category are flaws we can't ignore. The Bluetooth keyboard could cause problems for airline passengers who use Airplane mode on flights, and the fact that you have to recharge the keyboard separately can leave you in the lurch if you forget to do so.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/08/2015
Rating: Total score: 70%

60% Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi review
Source: Trusted Reviews Archive.org version
The Asus Transformer Book Chi T300 is an intriguing and stylish take on the Windows laptop hybrid. However, poor battery life, some issues with the screen and some fundamental problems with the whole 2-in-1 design approach means it falls well short of convincing as either a tablet, a laptop or something in between.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/29/2015
Rating: Total score: 60% price: 60% performance: 80% features: 50% mobility: 60% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 75% emissions: 90%

70% Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi
Source: Laptop Mag Archive.org version
The choice between the two T300 models is easy. It's nice that the $899 model has a 2560 x 1440p quad-HD screen, but it costs $200 more than the base model and has just 5.5 hours of battery life. The $699 T300 Chi has a slower CPU, but it's still fast enough for typical use and retains all of the other features that make the new Transformer Books so great: a lovely aluminum chassis, a bright touch screen and a full-size detachable keyboard.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/28/2015
Rating: Total score: 70%

80% Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi review
Source: PC Pro Archive.org version
There’s room for improvement – the battery life, miniaturised ports and slow SSD all take their toll – but, for the money, those are flaws we could live with. If you’ve been looking for a more affordable, more flexible alternative to the Surface Pro 3, the Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi is well worth considering.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/23/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%

75% Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi
Source: Good Gear Guide Archive.org version
We like the neatness of the T300 Chi’s design, and the fact that it’s so easy to turn from a notebook into a tablet and back into a notebook. It depicts both devices quite well, especially if you aren’t running any demanding tasks, and the build quality is high so that each device scenario feels assuredly solid.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/08/2015
Rating: Total score: 75%

80% Asus Transformer Book Chi T300 review – a $699 premium-looking 2-in1
Source: Ultrabook Review Archive.org version
Asus's CHI T300 is a device that will turn heads, grace to its looks and svelte silhouette. It's not just a looker though, is also surprisingly fast in everyday use for a fanless Core M powered machine, packs a good display and is bundled with one of the best keyboards I've tested on thin devices lately. If only it wouldn't run out of juice so fast.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/26/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

ASUS Transformer Book T300 Chi
Source: HardwareLuxx DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/27/2015

86% Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi
Source: PC Welt DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/09/2015
Rating: Total score: 86% performance: 92% features: 85% display: 88% mobility: 73%

92% ASUS Transformer Book T300 Chi
Source: Notebookinfo DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/18/2015
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 100% display: 95% mobility: 85% workmanship: 95% ergonomy: 90% emissions: 85%

Asus Transformer Book T100 Chi & T300 Chi
Source: Allround-PC.com DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 04/12/2015

78% ASUS T300 Chi • l’imperfetto convertibile ultrasottile
Source: Techzilla.it IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/05/2015
Rating: Total score: 78% price: 85% performance: 77% display: 85% mobility: 55% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 80%

80% Asus Transformer Book Chi T300 - Tablet met laptoptrekjes
Source: Computer Totaal NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/17/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%

60% Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi: dure teleurstelling
Source: Techzine NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/15/2015
Rating: Total score: 60% performance: 75% mobility: 40% workmanship: 75%

ASUS Transformer Book T300 Chi en ASUS Transformer Book T100 Chi review
Source: Hardware.info NL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Fantastic look; good workmanship. Negative: Disappointing battery life; no 802.11ac; expensive.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/19/2015

60% Test : PC portable hybride Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi
Source: 01Net FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/04/2015
Rating: Total score: 60%

70% Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi
Source: CNet France FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 70%

80% Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi - elegancka hybryda
Source: Benchmark.pl PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/04/2015
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80%

Обзор ASUS T300 Chi: зачем нужны гибриды?
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: High-quality assembly; good screen; special design. Negative: Few connectors; modest autonomy; good sensitivity of the touchpad.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/25/2015

Обзор ASUS Transformer Book T300 Chi: ноутбук или планшет?
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Decent hardware; full-sized keyboard; excellent workmanship. Negative: No GPS, 3G and LTE.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 07/23/2015

Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi – Прекрасный Снаружи, Но Слабый Внутри
Source: Notebook-Center.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Slim aluminum case; excellent display; good cooling system. Negative: Frustrating keyboard; weak performance; short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/19/2015

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Model: The Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi could be the poster child for the mobility and performance hybrid device. It supports two modes: laptop and tablet. These are the two most used devices currently and allow the user to just purchase a single device with no need to synchronize content. The elegant device features an aluminium chassis, diamond cut edges and a luxury dark grey coating.

As a tablet, the Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi weighs 720 g and is only 7.6 mm thin, yet durable. The Windows 8.1 device has a 12.5 inch Full HD 3D display panel and the image quality can be summed up with one word; amazing. The hardware consist of an Intel Core M 5Y10 or 5Y71 processor depending on the variant, up to 8 GB LPDDR3 1600MHz RAM, the integrated Intel HD Graphics 5300 and 128 GB ISSD. Without a doubt, the Asus Transformer Book T300 Chi is a very capable device even without the detachable keyboard.

Audio quality is also a plus point with the built-in speakers making for an immersive experience. Other features include are a HD webcam, two micro USB ports, a micro HDMI out and a SD card reader. Battery life is impressive with a 31 Wh cell powering the device.

Intel HD Graphics 5300: Integrated graphics card (GT2) in Core M processors from the Broadwell Y-series (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.

5Y71: Broadwell-based ULV dual-core processor for tablets and 2-in-1 notebooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 5300 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

12.50":

This range of display format is largely the upper limit for tablets and the lower limit for subnotebooks.

The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small in size and therefore easily portable. The tiny display has the added advantage of requiring little power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is exhausting for the eyes. High resolutions, which one is used to from a standard laptop, are almost not usable.

The same applies to tablets in this size range.

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.

74%: This rating is poor. More than three quarters of the models are rated better. That is rather not a purchase recommendation. Even if verbal ratings in this area do not sound that bad ("sufficient" or "satisfactory"), they are usually euphemisms that disguise a classification as a below-average laptop.

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