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MagyarAsus ZenBook UX305FA-FB003H
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Average of 27 scores (from 43 reviews)
Reviews for the Asus ZenBook UX305FA-FB003H
Slimline. How much flatter does it get? The Core M is at its best, with 12 millimeters in an airless case. The performance lags behind the Haswell competitors, and the Zenbook inspires no wonder in terms of battery life. Still, input devices, workmanship, emissions, and (last but not least) the price argue in favor of purchase.
Source: Reg Hardware
Archive.org versionAsus is pitching the UX305 as a Windows competitor to the admittedly more powerful MacBook Air. And it’s done a good job. The Asus machine is cheaper, slimmer, lighter, more stylish and has more in the way of ports. Even if you set those qualities at nought the impressive display and even more impressive battery life make it worth serious consideration. And now that Windows 10 has ousted 8/8.1 it no longer feels like it ought to have a touchscreen.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/16/2015
Source: Good Gear Guide
Archive.org versionWe like the screen and the typing experience mostly, and love the convenience of the multiple USB ports on such a portable body. There are periods when the performance might be a little sluggish (as it was for us when we loaded some Flash-heavy Web sites), but it’s not a laptop that’s design for loads of processing; just use it for simple stuff, be mindful of things that can slow it down, and you’ll be fine.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/05/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Pocket Lint
Archive.org versionThe Asus Zenbook UX305 is certainly in the running for king of the mid-range laptops. Of course there are more powerful and feature-heavy laptops out there, but at this £649 price point, with its Full HD 13.3-inch screen, metal build, full size keyboard, silent operation and super-slim build, it's hard to fault. It's the pernickety things that hold it back from perfection: we'd like a backlit keyboard and a touchscreen wouldn't go amiss. But then we'd also like to maintain the price point too, so in the balance of things we think Asus has made a good judgement call with the UK specification of the UX305.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/05/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: NDTV Gadgets
Archive.org versionOverall, Asus deserves a higher profile in the Indian laptop market. If the company is smart about promotion, this could be a very successful product. It has taken long enough for someone to come up with a product like this, and we hope to see even better things from Asus in the future.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/16/2015
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 100% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: Tested
Archive.org versionDespite the lack of a touchscreen and mediocre trackpad, I really like the Zenbook UX305. I'm able to do almost everything I need to on a daily basis with it, either as a travel computer or a workstation plugged into an external display and accessories. This is the kind of computer that Core-M was meant for: the ability to sustain moderate workloads over a long period of time, at a ridiculously good price tag. 1080p is an appropriate resolution for the hardware, so I'd even stay away from the $1000 model with a 3200x1800 resolution touchscreen.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/06/2015
Source: Expert Reviews
Archive.org versionThe premium feeling yet reasonably-priced Zenbook UX305 is a great success. It doesn't tick every box - the screen isn't perfect and there are a couple of rough edges, but if you're looking for a nippy laptop for under £700, it’s a great choice. It's cheaper than the current MacBook Air, has more RAM and a thinner design, and it also has a higher resolution screen. With that said, it still comes with Windows 8.1, which might be enough to put a few buyers off. Still, in terms of sheer value-for-money, the Zenbook UX305 is superb. If the Asus Zenbook UX305 isn't for you, take a look at our Best Laptops 2015 guide to find a better fit for your needs.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/24/2015
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Wired Magazine
Archive.org versionThe UX305 represents an upgrade in every way except one: no backlit keys. That’s a feature I’ve found useful, and I’ll be a little sad without it. But not sad enough to part with several hundred more dollars.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/24/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Stuff TV
Archive.org versionSomehow Asus has produced a laptop that feels like it could sell for almost a grand while charging just £650 for the privilege. It's not a heatsink-melting powerhouse, and it doesn't have a keyboard backlight. But as it aces virtually every other aspect of its design, it's sure to be remembered as one of 2015's best laptops.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/22/2015
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Digital Trends
Archive.org versionAsus’ Zenbook UX305 reaffirms the brand’s position as the premier building of budget ultrabooks. A mere $700 will snag you a lightweight system with a solid 1080p display, class-leading keyboard and twice the hard drive capacity found in most competitors. When all the pros and cons are tallied, this Asus may be the best value in the current laptop market.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/17/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Techradar
Archive.org versionThe Asus ZenBook is the most affordable Ultrabook you can buy currently, though it's not exactly a shining symbol of innovation in this space of ultraportable notebooks. However, Asus has struck a great balance between components to price with an excellent build quality and perfect 1080p screen.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/03/2015
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Liliputing
Archive.org versionThe Asus Zenbook UX305 is an affordable portable ultrabook that almost feels like a no-compromise machine. Clearly you shouldn’t expect the same kind of performance from a $699 laptop as you’d get from a high-end device that sells for twice the price, but in terms of design, build quality, and even performance, the Zenbook UX305 certainly seems like a notebook that punches above its weight class.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/02/2015
Source: Tech Advisor
Archive.org versionThe new ZenBook is a great home for Intel’s new Core M processor, which proved up to basic daily tasks in Windows with no obvious lag in the interface. Good battery life and decent screen quality are further plus points to a well-made case with a familiar design to Apple fans. At a price of £650 this is an attractive package as a carry-anyway Windows laptop.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 70% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: Laptop Media
Archive.org versionIt’s actually really hard to think of something that we didn’t like about the device. The ASUS ZenBook UX305 is everything what a traveler or businessman would want. It’s lightweight, sturdy, durable, premium materials are used for the making of the ultrabook, it has a great keyboard and delightful touchpad, and the screen is just ideal. The panel used in this device is high-quality material – high contrast, high resolution, 97% sRGB color gamut coverage and high maximum brightness. Also, the display isn’t harmful to your eyes if you use it over 25% brightness.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/31/2015
Source: Computerworld.com
Archive.org versionWhile the $700 Asus ZenBook UX305 is very capable and a good bargain, it can't measure up to the Dell XPS 13's performance and smaller size. True, the ZenBook has a better assortment of ports, twice as much RAM and storage space, and a three-year warranty, but it has nothing that can compare to the Dell's more than 11-hour battery life.
Comparison, online available, Short, Date: 03/17/2015
Source: Digital Versus
Archive.org versionThe Asus Zenbook UX305 that we're testing here isn't in the same league as the UX301, Asus's pride and joy. But this new machine does put forward several convincing arguments: a chassis made entirely of aluminium, a featherweight build, a new, ultra-energy efficient Intel processor, an SSD and a matte 13" Full HD IPS screen.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/06/2015
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 40% display: 80% mobility: 100%
Source: Trusted Reviews
Archive.org versionThe Asus UX305 is one of the finest laptops we’ve ever reviewed when value is taken into consideration. The level of design, build quality, screen quality and battery life for £650 is unheard of, and instantly makes this one of the top choices for those after the ultimate in low-power, long-lasting, ultra-portable laptops.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/06/2015
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 100% performance: 60% features: 80% display: 90% mobility: 100% workmanship: 100% ergonomy: 75%
Source: Laptop Mag
Archive.org versionYou simply won't find a more well-rounded Ultrabook for the money. With its Intel Core M CPU, 8GB of RAM and 256GB SSD, the $699 ZenBook UX305 is an absolute bargain. The only downsides are the quiet speakers and the lack of a keyboard backlight. Have more to spend? I wouldn't fault anyone for choosing the $899 Dell XPS 13, with its even longer battery life and impressive Infinity display.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/02/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: PC World
Archive.org versionWhat this comes down to is a major breakthrough in price for an ultrabook. I thought Dell's XPS 13 2015, with its $799 price was a big breakthrough (and it is), but you give up in RAM and storage to get to $800. The same goes with Apple's MacBook Air 11, which has a tiny, low-res screen and, like the Dell, a limited 128GB of storage and 4GB of RAM.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/25/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: PC World
Archive.org versionWhat this comes down to is a major breakthrough in price for an ultrabook. I thought Dell's XPS 13 2015, with its $799 price was a big breakthrough (and it is), but you give up in RAM and storage to get to $800. The same goes with Apple's MacBook Air 11, which has a tiny, low-res screen and, like the Dell, a limited 128GB of storage and 4GB of RAM.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/25/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Ultrabook Review
Archive.org versionIf you're looking for a sleek and well built 13 inch ultraportable for light everyday activities, the Asus Zenbook UX305 is worth a look. It's not very expensive, it packs an excellent display and run's completely quiet, since there's no fan or spinning HDD inside. But there are a few aspects that might steer you away and keep in mind that this thing should not be considered if you need a speedy ultrabook.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/20/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Techradar
Archive.org versionDecent piece of kit but not a massive step up from the current model, at least as far as look and feel are concerned. Being the first out of the stalls with the Core M means that Asus could gather some momentum before rivals appear on the market.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/06/2014
Source: Pocket Lint
Archive.org versionWhat will make of break the Asus Zenbook UX305 is its price… which is something that we don't know just yet. Despite querying it with Asus representatives that's still a guessing game for the time being. But if the Taiwanese company gets it right then it's onto a certain winner we should think - that screen resolution, based on the numbers game along, will be enough to lure prospective punters in.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/05/2014
Source: Trusted Reviews
Archive.org versionIt's not coming out until next year, and has no price as yet, so the question is should you be excited by this? Yes, but expect rivals. We're bound to see more Intel Core M laptops in the coming months, and we wager Apple can't be far away from a similar upgrade to the Macbook Air.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/04/2014
Foreign Reviews
Source: Computerbild - Heft 15/2015
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 07/15/2015
Rating: Total score: 87%
Source: PC Go - Heft 7/2015
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 06/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 85%
Source: c't - Heft 11/2015
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/16/2015
Rating: Total score: 71%
Source: Netzwelt
DE→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/06/2015
Rating: Total score: 74% performance: 50% features: 70% display: 90% ergonomy: 70%
Source: PC Magazin - Heft 6/2015
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 85%
Source: Turn On
DE→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/06/2015
Source: HardwareLuxx
DE→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/04/2015
Source: PC Go - Heft 5/2015
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 04/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 82%
Source: Notebookinfo
DE→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/18/2015
Rating: Total score: 95% performance: 90% display: 95% mobility: 95% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 92%
Source: Chip.de
DE→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/18/2015
Rating: Total score: 81% price: 83% performance: 72% features: 63% display: 100% mobility: 79% ergonomy: 96%
Source: e-media - Heft 07/2015
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/16/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: PC Magazin - Heft 4/2015
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 82%
Source: PC Lab.pl
PL→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Very slim, lightweight design; passive cooling system; good workmanship; very good display; very long battery life. Negative: Weak speakers.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/12/2015
Source: Ixbt
RU→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Stylish look; light weight; beautiful screen; excellent keyboard; silent operation. Negative: Mediocre hardware.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/23/2015
Source: Notebook-Center.ru
RU→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Stylish and colorful design; compact size and light weight; good IPS touchscreen.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/24/2015
Source: Notebook.cz
CZ→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Very good metal design; unbelievable slim to the price; comfortable keyboard. Negative: Only HDMI mini port; delayed response of the touchpad.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/23/2015
Source: Tinh Te
VN→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/01/2015
Source: PC Store
BU→EN Archive.org versionPositive: Slim, solid, and light; powerful; good cooling system; long battery life. Negative: No backlit keyboard; poor touchpad.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/17/2015
Source: Notegear
KO→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/29/2015
Rating: Total score: 92%
Source: Notegear
KO→EN Archive.org versionSingle Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/16/2015
Comment
Model: The Asus ZenBook UX305 is claimed to be the world's thinnest 13 inch QHD+ ultrabook and it does so beautifully. The cover has a gorgeous circular polished look which has always been the ZenBook’s trademark. There are two colors to choose from; Obsidian Stone and Ceramic Alloy. Both are stunningly eye pleasing and look sophisticated.
The Asus ZenBook UX305 comes with two 13 inch display options to choose from. First there is a multi-touch capable QHD+ model with LED backlit. This is the best display model with superb clarity and colors. The less expensive option is the FHD variant, also LED backlit and optional multi-touch support. Hardware comes in the form of an Intel Core M processor, either 4 GB or 8 GB RAM, Intel HD Graphics 5300 and up to 256 GB SSD for storage. Audio quality is excellent with ASUS SonicMaster Premium technology driving the Bang & OlufsenICEpower speakers.
Other features include Bluetooth 4.0, high quality microphone, 3 USB 3.0 ports, a micro HDMI out and a micro SD card slot which is unusual for an ultrabook. The Windows 8.1 system comes with a front-facing HD webcam and a 45Wh Li-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.
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.
5Y10: 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.
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.
84.11%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.
