Asus UX31E-RY012V
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Average of 10 scores (from 15 reviews)
Reviews for the Asus UX31E-RY012V
Source: Hardware Zone Archive.org version
So we’re going to make it really easy for you readers to decide whether or not to get yourself an ASUS Zenbook UX31. It's really sexy, very robust, and it's an Ultrabook. Just in case you haven’t caught up on reading our Ultrabook guide, we pit the reference recommendations against the ASUS counterpart - Ultrabooks should ideally measure under 20mm in thickness (UX31 is 17mm), weigh under 1.5kg (UX31 is 1.3kg) and they're fast (instant resume with SSDs).
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/17/2012
Rating: Total score: 85% price: 75% performance: 80% mobility: 85%
Source: Tech2.in.com Archive.org version
The Zenbook UX31 is priced at Rs. 89,999 (MRP). For those on-the-go; a powerful battery coupled with portability is always a brilliant feature to have in your laptop and the Zenbook does exactly that. However, the biggest drawback the UX31 has is the glitchy keyboard and trackpad. If you’re paying big bucks for a notebook, you’d pretty much get at least a decent keyboard. In comparison to the Lenovo U300s, this one definitely has better looks and performance. But, simply for the want of a better keyboard and trackpad, we would recommend the U300s over the Zenbook UX31.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/23/2011
Rating: Total score: 65%
Source: Hexus Archive.org version
As a rule of thumb, a manufacturer's first attempt at a new product is usually its worst, and in knowing that we've been left pleasantly surprised by the Zenbook UX31. The Ultrabook should still be rough around the edges, but ASUS has developed a machine that's gorgeously designed, well-put together and, generally, excellent in use.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/25/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
Foreign Reviews
Source: PC Magazin - Spezial 53 Ultrabooks
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 77%
Source: Notebookjournal DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/12/2011
Rating: performance: 90% features: 30% display: 70% mobility: 50% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%
Source: ZDNet DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 12/06/2011
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: design, resolution, speakers
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/08/2011
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN Archive.org version
strong CPU, weak GPU, small, good battery runtime, recommended for purchase
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/02/2011
Source: Notebook.cz CZ→EN Archive.org version
Positive: SSD, workmanship, design, mobility; negative: no keyboard-backlit
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/08/2011
Source: Dinside NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/27/2011
Rating: Total score: 83%
Source: Laptopworld.dk DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/05/2011
Rating: Total score: 60%
Comment
Model: The Asus UX31E-RY012V is an ultra-portable notebook that is designed to compete with the all famous MacBook Air. The ultra-sleek notebook only weighs 1.3 kg and is only 17 mm high. The strong and sturdy aluminum finish gives this ASUS UX31 a classy and elegant look. This Ultrabook is powered by the Intel Core i7 CPU with a maximum turbo clock of 2.9 GHz. Windows 7 system features 4 GB of RAM and a 128 GB SSD, which ensures speedy navigation. The display size is 13.3 inch with a resolution of 1600 x 900 pixels. Graphics processing is done by the integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000, which is adequate for business users.
The audio system on this ASUS Ultrabook is by Bang & Olufsen. Therefore users can expect excellent sound quality on this device. In terms of battery life, this Ultrabook manages above 4 hours. On the sides of ASUS device, there are the USB ports, an HDMI port as well as a headphones jack. There is one USB 2.0 and one USB 3.0 port. The well-spaced keyboard is a breeze to type on and the large brushed metal touchpad navigates easily. Overall, this Ultrabook is extremely portable as it is lightweight and sleek. It is highly suited for business users who travel frequently.
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 3000: Integrated graphics card in the Intel Sandy Bridge processors (Core ix-2xxx). The HD 3000 is the faster (internally GT2 called) version with 12 Execution Units (EUs).
Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
Intel Core i7: The Intel Core i7 for laptops is based on the LG1156 Core i5/i7 CPU for desktops. The base clock speed of the CPUs is relatively low, but because of a huge Turbo mode, the cores can dynamically overclock to up to 3.2 GHz (920XM). Therefore, the CPU can be as fast as high clocked dual-core CPUs (using single threaded applications) but still offer the advantage of 4 cores. Because of the large TDP of 45 W / 55 W, the CPU is only intended for large laptops.
2677M: Power saving ULV processor clocked at 1.8-2.9 GHz due to Turbo Boost. Offers an integrated HD 3000 clocked at slow 350 / 1200 MHz and a DDR3-1333 memory controller.» 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.
78.6%: 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.