Asus ZenBook Duo UX481FA-BM025R

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80% Asus ZenBook Duo UX481F review – Inspiring Glimpse of the Future
Source: Hitech Century Archive.org version
This midrange variant of the Zenbook Duo UX481F ultraportable is ahead of its time with an innovative secondary ScreenPad Plus setup that takes multitasking to the next level. It’s an interesting proposition but ergonomics issues befuddle its execution. If you can live with its hefty price tag and quirks, this represents a unique gamechanger.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/15/2019
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 80% display: 100% mobility: 80% workmanship: 100%

70% Asus ZenBook Duo UX481 Dual Screen Laptop Review
Source: NDTV Gadgets Archive.org version
So did we find any use for the secondary screen? Actually, we did. We used it for reference material as we were typing, and found it quite convenient. We liked having a Windows Explorer window open and handy all the time. Over time, we could easily see ourselves leaving our email and messaging apps open on the ScreenPad for quick updates while we get work done on the main screen. We hope that if this concept catches on, software makers will start designing apps that specifically take advantage of a second screen in this position.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/18/2019
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 80% display: 70% mobility: 90% workmanship: 60%

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Model: The Asus ZenBook Duo UX481FA-BM025R is a laptop that is designed to give the ultimate edge in workflow efficiency. It has a unique design that features a full-width ASUS ScreenPad Plus that works together with the main display. It’s never been this easy to harness the full creative power. The Celestial Blue color draws its inspiration from the future and gives the ZenBook Duo a sophisticated and timeless flair. Besides that, it’s also decorated with a unique asymmetric version of the iconic Zen-inspired spun-metal finish. The intriguing design detail gives the ZenBook Duo a totally unique identity. With the ErgoLift hinge providing a 5.5° keyboard tilt, the ZenBook Duo not only gives a more comfortable typing experience, but cooling and audio performance are also enhanced. The Asus ScreenPad Plus gives on-the-go computing like never experienced before. It’s a full-width secondary touchscreen that works seamlessly with the main 14-inch FHD display, giving endless ways to optimize and personalize workflow. A series of handy built-in apps help boost productivity. Quick Key allows one-tap automation of complex keyboard sequences, and Handwriting lets users input text intuitively.

Furthermore, there are quick controls such as App Switcher, ViewMax and Task Swap for useful interactions between the main display and ScreenPad Plus. Task Group lets users lock into work mode by opening multiple tasks with a single touch. And now users can drag apps or in-app toolbars onto the ScreenPad Plus to give more room to work on the main display. The Asus ZenBook Duo UX481FA-BM025R is equipped with up to a powerful 10th generation Intel Core i5-10210U, 16 GB RAM, an Intel UHD Graphics 620 and a 512 GB SSD. With its multi-cores, the ZenBook Duo can easily handle all the apps on the main screen and ScreenPad Plus, for a super-fluid cross-screen workflow. The FHD NanoEdge display on the ZenBook Duo has a four-sided frameless design to upgrade viewing experience, giving more screen and less distraction! It’s also PANTONE validated for professional-grade color accuracy. As for audio, the ASUS Golden Ear team worked with renowned home and automotive audio experts Harman Kardon to ensure great audio experience. A tailored mix of superior hardware including smart amplifier technology that delivers louder sound with no distortion and finely tuned software gives a sound like no other laptop. As a conclusion, the Asus ZenBook Duo UX481FA-BM025R is a laptop that has a revolutionary design. The hardware specifications are good, making it ideal for design work and entertainment.

Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Intel UHD Graphics 620: Integrated GPU (GT2, 24 EUs) found on some Kaby-Lake-Refresh CPU models (15 W ULV series). Technically identical to the previous Kaby-Lake GPU called HD Graphics 620.

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

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

i5-10210U: Comet Lake based low power quad-core processor (technically identical to Whiskey Lake and still produced in 14nm++). The CPU cores can clock between 1.6 and 4.2 GHz (all 4 cores 3.9 GHz max.) with HyperThreading (8 threads). The integrated memory controller supports LPDDR4-2933 and using cTDP up/down the performance can be adjusted by the OEM (10 - 25 Watt possible, 15W default). Compared to the faster i5-10510U, the level 3 cache was reduced from 8 to 6 MB.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

14.00":

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.

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.

75%: 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.

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

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