Review: ASUS VivoBook 15 reconciles performance and mobility for students

A ASUS announced the arrival of the model X512JP of the family VivoBook now in October and it soon becomes clear that this notebook has an audience in mind: students. O VivoBook 15" manages to deliver an ergonomic, modern and also compact design, perfect to be taken everywhere. Added to that, it carries robust configurations, for those who want a computer capable of running games, even if light, without having to invest in a gaming notebook.

O VivoBook 15" X512JP is now available both in the online store of ASUS as well as in large retailers such as Magazine Luiza, American stores e Submarino. The question that remains is: is it worth it? With that in mind, keep an eye out for the full Showmetech review below, which aims to answer this question and a few others as well. Check out:

Design

Truth be told, one of the gimmicks of this new VivoBook 15" X512JP because of its practicality and elegant look. As it should be, with compact dimensions (35,7cm x 23cm x 1,9cm) and weighing only 1,75kg, this notebook has the advantage of being easily transported with great comfort.

Highlight goes to the hinge ergolift, specially designed to comfortably tilt the keyboard at 2º for a more comfortable typing position, thus allowing an optimized cooling system and, in addition, better audio performance. While not capable of 180º bending like some other models in the same price range, the VivoBook 15 exactly makes up for it by being extremely light.

Although quite thin, the model X512JP delivers plenty of connectivity, featuring USB 3.1 ports and a microSD card reader, allowing you to charge all peripherals, monitors and projectors without any problem.

Remember that the model is available in two elegant colors to suit your style. While the transparent silver provides an elegant and sophisticated look, the Slate Gray is really the face of those looking for a more discreet approach.

Screen and Audio

When it comes to canvas, the VivoBook 15" X512JP delivers cutting-edge technology. That's because the 15,6″-inch screen has the technology FHD NanoEdge with 5,7mm ultra-thin edges. In practice, it has an 88% screen-to-body ratio that expands the screen area and still allows for extremely immersive visuals for work and leisure.

Another advantage of the new screen NanoEdge is that it reduces dimensions to a minimum, giving the VivoBook a considerably smaller footprint than its predecessor. This notebook takes up less space on your desk, leaving proportionately more space for the user.

When placed side by side with a book, for example, its thickness stands out, confirming its qualities once and for all. the good of VivoBook 15" that's it. Above all, he understands his target audience and knows, better than anyone else, that these are the characteristics that will make him take the lead. Positive point.

Another noteworthy aspect is when it comes to the webcam. Indispensable given the context of the pandemic and home office, the high definition webcam is positioned in the upper frame of the display for video calls with friends, co-workers and family on the other side of the world. The image quality is significant and while it is not capable of emulating the quality of an HD camera, it is superior when placed in comparison to other models' webcams with the same purpose.

When it comes to audio, the big star may be technology Sonicmaster. With the objective of transmitting the best audio experience, the technology is the combination of hardware and software, ensuring more powerful sound and deeper bass. When put to the test, it proved its worth, that is, once dedicated to entertainment, the VivoBook 15" fulfills its role, promoting an immersive experience.

Keyboard

When thinking about a notebook, one of the first components to consider could possibly be the keyboard. And here, on the keyboard of the VivoBook 15 X512JP which lies the key to such ergonomics, with 1,4mm keys that promise to bring a more comfortable typing to the user. The laptop also has the handy numeric keypad.

The keys are smooth to the touch and type comfortably. If there's any complaint about the keyboard, maybe it's the loud noise of the keys when typing, but nothing noticeably extraordinary.

The exclusive hinge ergolift, already commented here and also already present in other models of the company, allows to raise the keyboard in two degrees, so that the notebook is in a perfect inclination. In addition to making the keyboard more ergonomic, it also helps the computer to ventilate better to keep performance always constant.

Battery

An interesting point is its fast charging. The technology fast charger allows the battery to reach 60% of its full charge in just 49 minutes of power. And for this to happen with complete safety, ASUS has developed the exclusive technology that monitors the battery, protecting it from overloads and thus increasing its useful life by up to 3 times.

It's a great element for those who need options when using the VivoBook 15" in different places. Thinking of the students, this is a considerable advantage.

Performance

According to ASUS, the new VivoBook 15" arrives in the Brazilian market thinking about a well-defined target audience, being them university students and also professionals in telecommuting. That is, they are those consumers who are looking for productivity and who in their spare time still like to play some casual games.

To meet this type of profile, ASUS didn't skimp on configuration. be in the processor Intel Core i7 1,3GHz 10th generation, or in the memory of 16GB of DDR4 RAM — which is worth remembering, does not allow expansion — the VivoBook 15" is a multitasking and multimedia computer.

We cannot leave out its storage, which includes 512GB PCIe SSD. And with standard dual-band Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5, you can still enjoy a super fast online experience with speed up to 867Mbps.

In addition, the dedicated graphics card NVIDIA GeForce MX330 with 2GB VRAM GDDR promises realistic graphics for those who want to run games. Among the strengths of this model are the technologies NVIDIA Pascal e NVIDIA Optimus, architecture that delivers performance and technologies that optimize your VivoBook 15, delivering superb graphics and extending your battery life.

Conclusion

O VivoBook 15" X512JP from ASUS is a notebook robust in configurations and light, to be carried everywhere. And it does what it sets out to do very well. Its strengths are is that it really really capable a complete experience for its target audience.

The practicality and convenience of the model extends to its weight, dimensions and battery, allied to a well-designed design that is functional and at the same time beautiful and elegant.

In terms of the model's performance, the points at which it falls short are actually points at which it never set out to be good. Anyone who needs computers for more detailed and heavy editing, or gaming computers, should look at other products that will put graphics power ahead of various elements such as the notebook's weight, slim design and huge battery.

For this reason, the balance of VivoBook 15 X512JP is positive, aimed at those who need performance for day-to-day tasks, and still values ​​comfortable, efficient and quality navigation, combined with the practicality of a light model, the one to carry everywhere, with excellent battery.

What can be discouraging is perhaps precisely the cost-benefit. In proportion to what it delivers, it can turn off the target audience, as it is a little above the price range of what students may possibly be looking for.

Price and Availability

O VivoBook 15" X512JP is now available both in the online store of ASUS as well as in large retailers such as Magazine Luiza by R$7.660.

Technical Specifications

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source: ASUS