I've owned this laptop for about a month now and I must say that I am really enjoying it so far. After a lot of deliberation and a lot of reading conflicting reviews, I decided to give this laptop a shot because my other computer is an ASUS ROG laptop that is still going strong seven years after its purchase.
As a student, I need a laptop that is very portable and capable of doing a variety of work. I primarily use this computer for coding in Visual Studio and other platforms such as Unity. I am a game design and development major, so I spend a lot of time coding games and working on web development.
The first thing about this laptop that I noticed out of the box is how lightweight it is. I can easily pick up up with a single hand and carry it in my backpack without even noticing it's in there. In addition, the size feels just right for me. The screen is easy to see and the keyboard feels nice to use. It fits my hands pretty well and none of the keys feel our of reach nor do they feel cramped together. I also like how the touch pad works, which is a must for somebody who doesn't want to carry around a mouse.
Some people have complained about battery life, and I have noticed that I can work for several hours without needing to be plugged in. If you are playing games or watching a lot of videos on this machine, you will probably burn the battery quickly, but I've gone days without charging it- but I usually only use it in short spurts.
People have also complained about low memory, but once again I haven't had a single issue here. I think some people expect, as my mom would say, a machine that can fly you to the moon and back without paying for a rocket-ship. It's a silly saying I know, but it's definitely a common attitude.
My only complains about this computer are very minor. Other people mentioned the screen is a bit wobbly when you unfold it, and I've noticed that if you or something else bumps into the desk or table the computer is on, the screen wobbles pretty violently. I'm not a computer expert and couldn't tell you if this is an actual issue or not. I've learned through experience working with electronics that buyers often expect a products weight and sturdiness to be an indication of its value, when in reality most products simply add weights to the inside of a product to make it seem better without actually adding anything useful to the design, so maybe screen wobble isn't a huge deal- I'm not an expert.
So in conclusion, if you need something fast, reliable, and portable that you need for working on moderately-demanding projects, this is your laptop. Don't expect to go gaming on it or binging Netflix for hours on end without plugging it in, but it can handle a lot of tasks very easily.
If anything changes over time, I'll be sure to come back and edit this review.
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The ASUS VivoBook S
The ASUS VivoBook S is the perfect combination of beauty and performance. Featuring a slim ASUS NanoEdge bezel, the latest 8th Generation Intel quad-core processor, brushed-metal finish, and a lightweight frame, the VivoBook S510UA is designed for today’s fast-paced mobile lifestyle.
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Compact PerformanceExceptional performance is at the core of the ASUS VivoBook S510UA. Powered by a powerful Intel Core processor and 8GB DDR4 RAM, the VivoBook S510UA 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! |
Thin, Light, & PortableThe ASUS VivoBook S510UA is thinner and lighter than ever: it weighs just 3.7 lbs and has an amazingly thin 0.7” profile. The power of a full-size laptop and compactness of an ultrabook! |
NanoEdge Display with Ultra-Narrow BezelThanks to the ultra-narrow 0.3” NanoEdge bezel that gives an incredible 80% screen-to-body ratio, the ASUS VivoBook S510UA fits a full-size 15.6” FHD display into a typical 14-inch laptop frame. WideView technology and up to 178° viewing angles ensures that colors and contrast remain vivid and bold, even when viewed at extreme angles. It’s the perfect solution for sharing content with groups of friends or colleagues. |
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Extensive ConnectivityThe ASUS VivoBook S510UA comes equipped with a USB 3.1 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 S510UA supports hassle-free compatibility with a wide range of peripherals, displays and projectors. |
Ergonomic Backlit KeyboardThe ASUS VivoBook S510UA comes equipped with a backlit keyboard that’s perfect for low-light settings. The sturdy, single-piece keyboard with up to 1.4mm key travel offers ergonomic and comfortable typing experiences for any hand size. |
Quick and Secure AccessAccessing your ASUS VivoBook S510UA has never been easier or more secure. With a built-in fingerprint sensor in the touchpad and Windows Hello, there’s no need to type in your password every time to log in! |
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Crisp and Stunning VisualsASUS Splendid visual optimization technology provides the very best 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 150% to produce incredibly vivid and realistic imagery no matter the source. |
Expertly-Tuned AudioASUS SonicMaster is a combination of hardware, software and audio tuning designed with the goal of giving you the very best audio experience. A professional-grade codec ensures precise audio encoding and decoding; while amplifiers, large speakers and resonance chambers perfectly-suited for the ASUS Vivobook S. Additional signal processing and tuning helps refine minute details, filter out any noise and improve audio clarity for truly immersive sound. |
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I've owned this laptop for about a month now and I must say that I am really enjoying it so far. After a lot of deliberation and a lot of reading conflicting reviews, I decided to give this laptop a shot because my other computer is an ASUS ROG laptop that is still going strong seven years after its purchase.
As a student, I need a laptop that is very portable and capable of doing a variety of work. I primarily use this computer for coding in Visual Studio and other platforms such as Unity. I am a game design and development major, so I spend a lot of time coding games and working on web development.
The first thing about this laptop that I noticed out of the box is how lightweight it is. I can easily pick up up with a single hand and carry it in my backpack without even noticing it's in there. In addition, the size feels just right for me. The screen is easy to see and the keyboard feels nice to use. It fits my hands pretty well and none of the keys feel our of reach nor do they feel cramped together. I also like how the touch pad works, which is a must for somebody who doesn't want to carry around a mouse.
Some people have complained about battery life, and I have noticed that I can work for several hours without needing to be plugged in. If you are playing games or watching a lot of videos on this machine, you will probably burn the battery quickly, but I've gone days without charging it- but I usually only use it in short spurts.
People have also complained about low memory, but once again I haven't had a single issue here. I think some people expect, as my mom would say, a machine that can fly you to the moon and back without paying for a rocket-ship. It's a silly saying I know, but it's definitely a common attitude.
My only complains about this computer are very minor. Other people mentioned the screen is a bit wobbly when you unfold it, and I've noticed that if you or something else bumps into the desk or table the computer is on, the screen wobbles pretty violently. I'm not a computer expert and couldn't tell you if this is an actual issue or not. I've learned through experience working with electronics that buyers often expect a products weight and sturdiness to be an indication of its value, when in reality most products simply add weights to the inside of a product to make it seem better without actually adding anything useful to the design, so maybe screen wobble isn't a huge deal- I'm not an expert.
So in conclusion, if you need something fast, reliable, and portable that you need for working on moderately-demanding projects, this is your laptop. Don't expect to go gaming on it or binging Netflix for hours on end without plugging it in, but it can handle a lot of tasks very easily.
If anything changes over time, I'll be sure to come back and edit this review.
As a student, I need a laptop that is very portable and capable of doing a variety of work. I primarily use this computer for coding in Visual Studio and other platforms such as Unity. I am a game design and development major, so I spend a lot of time coding games and working on web development.
The first thing about this laptop that I noticed out of the box is how lightweight it is. I can easily pick up up with a single hand and carry it in my backpack without even noticing it's in there. In addition, the size feels just right for me. The screen is easy to see and the keyboard feels nice to use. It fits my hands pretty well and none of the keys feel our of reach nor do they feel cramped together. I also like how the touch pad works, which is a must for somebody who doesn't want to carry around a mouse.
Some people have complained about battery life, and I have noticed that I can work for several hours without needing to be plugged in. If you are playing games or watching a lot of videos on this machine, you will probably burn the battery quickly, but I've gone days without charging it- but I usually only use it in short spurts.
People have also complained about low memory, but once again I haven't had a single issue here. I think some people expect, as my mom would say, a machine that can fly you to the moon and back without paying for a rocket-ship. It's a silly saying I know, but it's definitely a common attitude.
My only complains about this computer are very minor. Other people mentioned the screen is a bit wobbly when you unfold it, and I've noticed that if you or something else bumps into the desk or table the computer is on, the screen wobbles pretty violently. I'm not a computer expert and couldn't tell you if this is an actual issue or not. I've learned through experience working with electronics that buyers often expect a products weight and sturdiness to be an indication of its value, when in reality most products simply add weights to the inside of a product to make it seem better without actually adding anything useful to the design, so maybe screen wobble isn't a huge deal- I'm not an expert.
So in conclusion, if you need something fast, reliable, and portable that you need for working on moderately-demanding projects, this is your laptop. Don't expect to go gaming on it or binging Netflix for hours on end without plugging it in, but it can handle a lot of tasks very easily.
If anything changes over time, I'll be sure to come back and edit this review.
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Alejandro
Muy bien
Reviewed in Mexico on October 18, 2018
Alejandro
Reviewed in Mexico on October 18, 2018
El envío duro un poco mas de lo que pensé, pero no supero la semana. Algo que no me gusto fue que la caja venia con un agujero. Quiero creer que por la aduana.
En cuestión de la apto es muy rápida, nunca había tenido un equipo con características similares y se siente el cambio.
La pantalla es buena (al no haber probado una full hd antes)
El teclado se siente algo raro, pero es por costumbre, tiene tres niveles de luz pero en algunas teclas tiene unas "manchas". Lo agrego en la tercera foto, no se si sea normal. El único detalle es la falta de ñ. Se puede configurar el teclado pero no es lo mismo.
La batería es decente. Al instalar todos mis programas duro muy bien.
Lo que me gusto es el peso y tamaño. Es ligera y relativamente mas pequeña a laptops del mismo tamaño de pantalla.
Obviamente voy a continuar probandola y actualizar la reseña.
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Elizabeth Pucheta
Entrega a tiempo y sin ningún problema
Reviewed in Mexico on November 15, 2018Pushenko
BATERÍA DEFECTUOSA, DURA DEMASIADO POCO LA CARGA 2 horas aprox.
Reviewed in Mexico on November 21, 2018