I purchased this computer to replace an 8 year old laptop that was still running decently after a fresh reinstall of Windows. Although I could have put the same amount of money into it, I decided it was time for a new machine. I own an ASUS tablet and it works flawlessly so I did some research and asked around about ASUS systems since I have never had one and everyone who has one loves them so I decided to purchase this one. I didn't want to spend a fortune on one because I use it mainly for the Internet and a small side business of creating custom items which includes using a Cricut machine, a printer and Photoshop. The 8th gen CORE i5 processor is plenty of power for what I use it for. I don't need a disc drive so that was not an issue. I, like many others, was disappointed that it did not come with an SSD installed, but for the price I understand. This system comes with an M.2 slot and I have since purchased both a Crucial M.2 500GB SSD along with a Samsung EVO 860 1TB SSD and installed them both, replacing the HDD with the Samsung. After those two installs, this laptop is a beast! It is lightning fast and I have had no issues with performance. I first installed the M.2 SSD and cloned my HDD to it then I installed the Samsung and cloned the M.2 SSD to it. I have the laptop booting up from the M.2 SSD and use the Samsung for data storage. I plan on adding another 8GB of RAM simply because there is an empty slot for another stick of RAM, although for me it is not necessary. I don't play games or use it for video unless I'm watching a YouTube video for a specific reason. I have a Cricut machine, an Epson printer and a Logitech mouse connected to the three USB connections and they all work quickly and flawlessly. I have tested the HDMI output and it works perfect as well, but I don't use it because my favorite part of this computer is the screen. It is absolutely the best screen I've ever had on a laptop. It is crystal clear, very bright in daytime light and glare is non existent. I use an LED desk lamp right above it and I have no issues seeing the screen with it on. It has a soft yet very powerful output. It's a pleasure to look at. Another thing I'm disappointed in that it doesn't have is a notification light for when you have caps lock on, but I rarely use caps lock anyway and when I do use it, I immediately turn it off when I'm done with it so that wasn't a deciding factor. I would also like to have had a backlit keyboard but again it wasn't a deciding factor as I rarely use it in a dark environment where I can't see the keys. The touchpad works great but the fingerprint reader is basically useless. I'm not sure if that's a hardware issue or a Windows issue but either way I'm not concerned with it either as I have always used a passcode to log in. The built in speakers are plenty loud and clear. It is very thin and extremely light. The few times I have used it in my lap I feel no heat from the bottom so it stays cool. It also runs very quiet even before I changed out the HDD. Internet connection is very fast on a 2.4gHz connection and blazing fast connected to a 5gHz connection. Battery life seems to be about 6-8 hours depending on use after I swapped the HDD out but most of the time I use the laptop in one spot and keep it plugged in so I haven't fully tested the battery life. If you ever plan on changing out the battery pack take note that it's internal. I don't use the USB-C connection as I have an iPhone so I can't comment on how well that works. Many people have commented about the keyboard flex but I can tell you that mine has almost no keyboard flex so I must have one that was built in a different facility? Overall this machine is an amazing piece of equipment! I'm extremely happy with my decision to purchase it.
Some advice tho if you're debating on purchasing it:
* plan on purchasing an SSD to replace the HDD and/or an M.2 SSD to install and clone your HDD to it. Please research this to know how to do this process. This laptop runs very slow from the HDD, as in 2-3 minute bootup vs. 15-30 second bootup from an SSD not to mention those aggravating yet necessary Windows updates that slow your system down when using an HDD vs never noticing them when using an SSD
* the battery is internal so down the road when it needs replacing (if it can be replaced, I'm not exactly sure if it can be or not), it will take a little more work than an external battery
* the keypad is not backlit
* no disc drive
* no number keypad
* no indication for caps lock
* some have reported keyboard flex but mine has almost none
* the fingerprint reader on mine has yet to read my fingerprint after setting it up multiple times
I debated on whether to give this laptop a 4 or 5 star rating. I went with the 5 star simply because the things that I would knock a star off for (the HDD rather than an SSD, the non backlit keyboard, no caps lock indicator and the fingerprint reader) were not deciding factors on whether to purchase the machine. An extra $200 for the two SSD drives and I still only have $710 in this computer and it is definitely worth that much in my opinion. The amazing screen on this thing makes it worth that alone. I definitely recommend this computer as a main device or even a secondary one for a home office system.
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| display size | 15.6 inches | 15.6 inches | 14 inches | 14 inches | 14 inches |
| hard disk size | 1000 GB | 128 GB | 1 TB | 512 GB | 128 GB |
| computer memory size | 8 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| cpu manufacturer | Intel | Intel | Intel | AMD | Intel |
| cpu speed | 1.6 GHz | 3.9 GHz | 2.1 GHz | 4.3 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| cpu model number | Core i5-8250U | Core i3-8145u | i7-1255U | Ryzen 5 7520U | i3-N305 |
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NanoEdge Display with Ultra-Narrow BezelThanks to the ultra-narrow 0.3” ASUS NanoEdge bezel that gives an incredible 80% screen-to-body ratio, the ASUS VivoBook F510UA fits a full-size 15.6” FHD WideView display into a 14-inch laptop frame. It’s the perfect solution for sharing content with groups of friends or colleagues. |
Thinner and LighterThe ASUS VivoBook F510UA is thinner and lighter than ever. It weighs just 3.7 lbs and has an amazingly thin 0.8 in profile. The power of an everyday laptop and compactness of an ultrabook! |
Compact PerformanceExceptional performance is at the core of every ASUS VivoBook. Powered by an Intel Core i5-8250U processor, with 8GB DDR4 RAM and Intel UHD 620 graphics, the F510UA delivers ultra-smooth visuals with no hiccups. Ultra-fast dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi, lets you enjoy speeds of up to 867Mbps — that’s up to 6x faster than 802.11n! It’s everything you need for performance on-the-go! |
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Complete ConnectivityThe ASUS VivoBook F510UA comes equipped with a USB 3.1 Gen 1 port with reversible USB Type-C connector with an 'any-way-up' design that makes connecting devices simple and quick. USB 3.1 also delivers data transfer speeds up to 5x faster than legacy USB 2.0 connections! With its USB 3.1, USB 3.0, USB 2.0, HDMI, and SD card ports, the VivoBook F510UA supports hassle-free compatibility with a wide range of peripherals, displays and projectors. |
Crisp and Stunning VisualsASUS Splendid visual optimization technology provides optimized visuals for any kind of content. It features four display modes: Normal, Vivid, Eye-Care, and Manual, which can be accessed with a single click. ASUS Tru2Life Video technology makes any video look amazing. Through intelligent algorithms, it optimizes the sharpness and contrast of every pixel in every frame by up to 150% to produce incredibly vivid and realistic imagery no matter the source. |
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Features at-a-glance:
F510UA-AH51 with Intel 8th Gen Core i5-8250U and 1TB HDD
- 14.2” wide, 0.8” thin and portable footprint
- 0.3” NanoEdge bezel for a stunning 80% screen-to-body ratio
- 15.6” anti-glare Full HD WideView display with ASUS Splendid software enhancement
- Comprehensive connections including USB 3.1 Type-C (Gen1), USB 3.0, USB 2.0, and HDMI
- Lightning-fast 802.11ac Wi-Fi
ASUS VivoBook F510UA Laptop
NanoEdge WideView Full HD with Fingerprint
The ASUS VivoBook F510UA is the perfect combination of performance and function. The F510UA is a Windows 10 laptop powered by 8th generation Intel Core i5 -8250U processor, 1TB HDD, and ASUS NanoEdge display technology. It's the ideal laptop for daily computing and entertainment.
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