Asus ZenBook UX303LN-R4359H

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Reviews for the Asus ZenBook UX303LN-R4359H

94% Das Ultrabook mit Grafikpower
Source: Notebookinfo DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/19/2015
Rating: Total score: 94% performance: 95% display: 90% mobility: 95% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 93%

ASUS ZenBook UX303LN mit i5-5200U und Maxwell-GPU
Source: HardwareLuxx DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/10/2015

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Model: Sophisticated, thin and lightweight, the Asus ZenBook UX303LN-R4359H certainly adds a layer of elegance to the powerful hardware features. The entire device is finished in a beautiful Smoky Brown color scheme and the fully metal chassis only further highlights the almost jewellery-like classiness. Simplistic yet artistic, the Asus ZenBook UX303LN-R4359H has a spun-metal pattern on lid that has a timeless look. Looks aside, the laptop comes with a capable Intel Core i5 4210U processor, up to 8 GB DDR3L RAM, a NVIDIA GeForce GT 840M with 2 GB DDR3 VRAM and runs the Windows 8.1 operating system.

The 13.3 16:9 FHD display is compact enough and still allows for an immersive and productive canvas to work on. Users can select from a wide range of on-board storage options from a 155 GB SSD to a 256 GB SSD. The Asus ZenBook UX303LN-R4359H weighs only 1.05 kg, but it comes equipped with three USB 3.0 ports, an HDMI out, a mini DisplayPort, an SD card reader and an HD webcam. Audio quality is also good with the build-in stereo speakers by SonicMaster and tuned with Bang & Olufsen ICEpower technology. The Asus ZenBook UX303LN-R4359H is a perfect all-day portable laptop and packs in a 3-cell Polymer battery.

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.

NVIDIA GeForce 840M:

Mid-range graphics card from the GeForce 800M series based on the Maxwell architecture.

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.

5200U: Broadwell-based ULV (ultra low voltage) dual-core processor for notebooks and ultrabooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 5500 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.» 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.

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.

94%: This rating is indeed excellent. There are not many models that are rated better. This can definitely be seen as a purchase recommendation.

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

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