Notebookcheck Logo

Asus UX31E-RY012V

Specifications

Asus UX31E-RY012V
Asus UX31E-RY012V (UX Series)
Processor
Intel Core i7-2677M 2 x 1.8 - 2.9 GHz (Intel Core i7)
Graphics adapter
Memory
4 GB 
Display
13.30 inch 16:9, 1600 x 900 pixel, glossy: yes
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
Weight
1.3 kg ( = 45.86 oz / 2.87 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 78.6% - good
Average of 10 scores (from 15 reviews)
price: 75%, performance: 85%, features: 30%, display: 70% mobility: 68%, workmanship: 70%, ergonomy: 50%, emissions: - %

Reviews for the Asus UX31E-RY012V

85% ASUS Zenbook UX31 - Keeping it Zen
Source: Hardware Zone English 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%
65% Asus Zenbook UX31 Review
Source: Tech2.in.com English 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%
80% ASUS Zenbook UX31
Source: Hexus English 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

77% Federgewichte
Source: PC Magazin - Spezial 53 Ultrabooks German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 77%
84% Ultra cool leicht schnell
Source: Computerbild - 9/12 German
Comparison, , Medium, Date: 04/01/2012
Rating: Total score: 84%
79% Federgewichte
Source: PC Go - 4/12 German
Comparison, , Medium, Date: 03/01/2012
Rating: Total score: 79%
88% Schlanke Begleitung
Source: PC Praxis - 3/12 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2012
Rating: Total score: 88%
85% Asus Zenbook UX31E-RY012V
Source: PC Go - 2/12 German
Single Review, , Very Short, Date: 01/01/2012
Rating: Total score: 85%
Asus UX31E-RY012V
Source: Notebookjournal German 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%
Acer, Asus, Lenovo, Toshiba: Ultrabooks im Vergleich
Source: ZDNet German DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 12/06/2011
Ультрабук ASUS UX31E: объект созерцания
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: design, resolution, speakers
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/08/2011
Обзор ASUS Zenbook UX31: убийца Apple MacBook Air?
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
Asus Zenbook UX31E - tenký ultrabook
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
83% Asus Zenbook UX31
Source: Dinside NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/27/2011
Rating: Total score: 83%
60% Asus ZenBook UX31E
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.

 

Please share our article, every link counts!

Similar devices with the Same Specs

Asus UX31E-RY010V
HD Graphics 3000
Asus Zenbook UX31E-DH72
HD Graphics 3000
Asus ZenBook UX31E
HD Graphics 3000

Similar devices from a different Manufacturer

Devices from a different Manufacturer and/or with a different CPU

Samsung 900X3D-A01US
HD Graphics 3000, Core i5 2537M
Samsung 530U3B-A02US
HD Graphics 3000, Core i5 2467M
Acer Aspire S3-391-6046
HD Graphics 3000, Core i3 2367M
Samsung 530U3B-A01RS
HD Graphics 3000, Core i5 2467M
Lenovo IdeaPad U310-59-348996
HD Graphics 3000, Core i3 2377M
Samsung 530U3B-A01NL
HD Graphics 3000, Core i5 2467M
Sony Vaio SVS1311E3E
HD Graphics 3000, Core i3 2350M
Asus UX32A-R3001V
HD Graphics 3000, Core i3 2367M
Asus UX32A-DB31
HD Graphics 3000, Core i3 2367M
Fujitsu LifeBook UH55
HD Graphics 3000, Core i3 2367M
Samsung 530U3B-A03PL
HD Graphics 3000, Core i3 2367M
Dell XPS 13-321X-0281
HD Graphics 3000, Core i7 2637M
Asus UX31E-RY027V
HD Graphics 3000, Core i3 2367M
Toshiba Portégé Z830-10P
HD Graphics 3000, Core i3 2367M
Sony Vaio SVT1311M1ES
HD Graphics 3000, Core i3 2367M
Sony Vaio VPCZ23Z9E
HD Graphics 3000, Core i7 2640M
Sony Vaio VPCZ23J9E
HD Graphics 3000, Core i7 2640M
Toshiba Portégé Z830-11M
HD Graphics 3000, Core i5 2467M
Toshiba Portégé Z830-10J
HD Graphics 3000, Core i5 2467M
Toshiba Portégé Z830-10E
HD Graphics 3000, Core i5 2557M
HP Folio 13-1029wm
HD Graphics 3000, Core i3 2367M
Lenovo IdeaPad U300s-M6842GE
HD Graphics 3000, Core i5 2467M
Samsung 530U3B-A02FR
HD Graphics 3000, Core i5 2467M
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 NWK3QGE
HD Graphics 3000, Core i7 2640M
Current Prices
Stefan Hinum, 2011-11-23 (Update: 2012-05-26)