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ASUS VivoBook 15 Thin and Light Laptop, 15.6” FHD, Intel Core i3-8145U CPU, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD, Windows 10 in S Mode, F512FA-AB34, Slate Gray

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Brand ASUS
Model Name Asus VivoBook 15 F512FA
Screen Size 15.6 Inches
Color Slate Gray
Hard Disk Size 128 GB
CPU Model Core i3 Family
Ram Memory Installed Size 8 GB
Operating System Windows 10 Home
Special Feature Fingerprint,Nanoedge Bezel
Graphics Card Description Integrated

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  • 15.6 inch full HD 4 way NanoEdge bezel display with stunning 88% screen-to-body ratio
  • Intel core i3-8145U processor (4M Cache, upto 3.9 GHz)
  • 8GB RAM and 128GB M.2 SSD; Windows 10 in S mode (switchable to windows 10 home)
  • Ergonomic backlit chiclet keyboard with fingerprint sensor activated via Windows hello.Bluetooth 4.1
  • Exclusive Ergolift design for an improved typing position
  • Comprehensive connections including USB 3.1 Type-C , USB 3.1 Type-A, USB 2.0, and HDMI; Gigabit Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) (USB transfer speed may vary. Learn more at ASUS website)
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  • F512FA-AB34 VivoBook Laptop
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    Whether at work or play, ASUS VivoBook 15 is the compact laptop that immerses you in whatever you set out to do. Its new frameless four-sided NanoEdge display boasts an ultraslim 5.7mm bezel, giving an amazing 88% screen-to-body ratio for supremely immersive visuals. The ErgoLift hinge design also tilts the keyboard up for more comfortable typing. VivoBook 15 is powered by an Intel core i3 processor to help you get things done with the least amount of fuss. The actual transfer speed of USB 3.0, 3.1 (Gen 1 and 2), and/or Type-C will vary depending on many factors including the processing speed of the host device, file attributes and other factors related to system configuration and your operating environment.

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    The ASUS VivoBook 15 is the compact laptop that immerses you in whatever you set out to do. It pushes the limits of what's possible, inspiring you to break boundaries. With its four-sided NanoEdge display, exclusive ErgoLift hinge and Intel Core i3 processor, the VivoBook 15 helps you get things done with the least amount of fuss.

    compact, chassis

    Lightweight for on-the-go computing

    Life moves fast, and you need a laptop that won't weigh you down. The VivoBook 15 has compact, travel-friendly dimensions and is incredibly lightweight, so it's easy to slip into your bag and take wherever you need to go.

    battery

    Keeping you productive, all day long

    The VivoBook 15 keeps you going for longer thanks to a high-quality lithium polymer battery. Plus, it features ASUS fast-charge technology, meaning a low battery can be charged to 60 percent in just 49 minutes so your laptop won't slow you down.

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    ErgoLift

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    Exceptional performance

    The VivoBook 15 has the tools to help you every step of the way. With an Intel Core i3 processor at your disposal, you're ready for what lies ahead.

    Exclusive ErgoLift hinge

    Give yourself a lift with the exclusive ErgoLift hinge. Precision engineered, it holds the display securely at any angle and adds a 2° keyboard tilt to give you a perfect typing position every time.

    Four-sided NanoEdge display

    The frameless four-sided NanoEdge design gives the VivoBook 15 an almost bezel-free display with vast amounts of screen area and extremely immersive visuals.

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    Powerful audio

    ASUS SonicMaster is a combination of hardware, software and audio tuning designed with the goal of giving you the very best audio experience. Set an inspirational tone with the VivoBook 15's powerful audio delivery.

    Full-size backlit keyboard

    The full-size backlit keyboard on the VivoBook 15 is perfect for working in dim environments. Its sturdy, one-piece construction, ergonomic key dish design, and 1.4mm key travel provide the most comfortable typing experience. Plus, the key caps are torture-tested so you never have to worry about durability.

    Cutting-edge security

    Accessing your laptop has never been easier or more secure with the VivoBook 15's built-in fingerprint sensor and Windows Hello. There's no need to type in your password every time you log in, just a single touch or look is all it takes.

    Extensive connectivity

    The VivoBook 15 is equipped with all the ports you need; USB Type C, USB 3.1 and 2.0 ports, HDMI output, and a microSD card reader. Now you can easily connect to peripherals, displays and projectors with zero hassle.

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    Customers say

    Customers like the value, speed and performance of the notebook computer. For example, they mention it's a basic laptop for average typical needs, it turns on in seconds and that the SSD keeps things feeling fast. Some are happy with the weight. That said, opinions are mixed on the keyboard, screen quality and battery life.

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    72 customers mention64 positive8 negative

    Customers like the value of the laptop. They mention it's a great computer for the cost, a basic laptop for average typical needs, and has a decent FOV. Some say it'll be a good daily laptop and has backlit keys on the keyboard.

    "...would need for school, most business travel and everyday home at a good price." Read more

    "...Overall, as far as medium-range laptops go, it's decent. Gets the job done...." Read more

    "looking for a great affordable laptop that can be used for school and personal use? This is the one...." Read more

    "...Overall I'd say it's a great buy for the performance and the price point." Read more

    37 customers mention37 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the speed of the notebook computer. They mention that the screen is great, it's fast, and the boot time is lightning fast. The SSD keeps things feeling fast, it turns on in seconds, and runs smoothly. It has a decent performance and almost instant restarts.

    "...3. It's fast for what I'm doing. Load up speed is great, there isn't much if any bloat ware to deal with which i've found on Dell and other..." Read more

    "This computer is excellent for basic tasks. It boots up fairly quickly. It is very compact. It's overall pretty light...." Read more

    "...is not the best, but for that price I think it just fine, has a decent performance,came with 4 GB integrated and you can add up to 16 GB in single..." Read more

    "...Summary:The good: Decent keyboard and touch pad, fast loading web pages..." Read more

    36 customers mention34 positive2 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the performance of the laptop. For example, they mention it works excellent, it's light, fast, and consistently performs. Some say that it does everything they need and runs software greatly.

    "...Gets the job done. It runs Photoshop 2019 just fine, and Photoshop 2021 about as well as Adobe's functionally broken mess can...." Read more

    "...of the courses about her work and post-graduate classes, itworks excellent, the equipment is thin, very light, for study and medium tasks I highly..." Read more

    "...It worked fine before the SSD upgrade (upgraded memory right out of the box), but once you start saving anything you'll quickly run out of room..." Read more

    "...Overall I'd say it's a great buy for the performance and the price point." Read more

    23 customers mention23 positive0 negative

    Customers find the weight of the notebook computer to be quite light and slim. They say it's easy to transport and fun to use. Some say it is perfect for light work and portable media. Overall, most are satisfied with the weight and compact size of the product.

    "...4. One of the main things I like about this computer is that it is light weight especially at the price, your getting a relatively light weight..." Read more

    "...It boots up fairly quickly. It is very compact. It's overall pretty light.The fingerprint sensor is also nice to log in with...." Read more

    "...and post-graduate classes, itworks excellent, the equipment is thin, very light, for study and medium tasks I highly recommend it in addition to..." Read more

    "...from a plastic frame which I actually don't mind, it makes the laptop reasonably light, but it gives it a cheap experience...." Read more

    59 customers mention30 positive29 negative

    Customers are mixed about the screen quality of the laptop. Some mention that the screen is great, beautiful, and clear. However, others say that the quality is terrible and the speakers have a terrible design. Some say that it works for everyday use but is not as good for graphic design.

    "...Its more of a soft natural light almost like reading a piece of paper vs bright blues that give headaches and eyestrain.2...." Read more

    "...The screen is about what you expect from a cheaper laptop. Nothing fancy. Certainly not something for optimum media or gaming experience...." Read more

    "...The fingerprint sensor is also nice to log in with.The screen is 1080P which is sufficient for most for a basic laptop...." Read more

    "...The speakers are complete garbage, they have no semblance to actual sounds and it sounds like you are listening to a cellphone speaker through a..." Read more

    57 customers mention23 positive34 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the keyboard of the laptop. Some mention that the backlight is great and you can adjust the brightness of it, while others say that it doesn't light up and randomly goes out.

    "...They are completely unusable for anything at all, do not buy this laptop if you enjoy playing anything on your speakers...." Read more

    "...Key strokes are easy and the back lighting is just right.3. It's fast for what I'm doing...." Read more

    "...Though it's not very powerful, which is to be expected for a laptop of this price, as a result, some games are an absolute chore to play...." Read more

    "...I like the full windows experience.It has a backlight keyboard with dark rooms. The charging speed is pretty quick as well...." Read more

    21 customers mention12 positive9 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the battery life of the notebook. Some mention that it has adequate battery life, while others say that it's excellent for gaming but the battery died.

    "...The battery life is good and consistent...." Read more

    "...2. The battery life isn't the greatest considering I'm not gaming. I would say your getting about 6 to 7 hours for simple computing...." Read more

    "...Didn't want to write anything till I had it for awhile. The battery is decent. The screen could be a bit better for the price...." Read more

    "...The battery life is my only quibble, but admittedly, I believe that's mostly due to my usage rather than the machine itself...." Read more

    23 customers mention3 positive20 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the sound quality of the laptop. They mention that the speakers are not loud and deliver poor quality sound. The voice is muffled and hearing is almost impossible. The sound has a buzz above 60%. The cooling fan is very loud. Some say that the laptop is inconsistent and makes a strange noise.

    "...The fan in it is LOUD...." Read more

    "...restart and while I was streaming again, it lagged so much and made a strange noise making it lose the wifi signal...." Read more

    "...The speakers are complete garbage, they have no semblance to actual sounds and it sounds like you are listening to a cellphone speaker through a..." Read more

    "...Speaker volume also seems really lacking, so sometimes major streaming service sights even are too quiet to hear easily..." Read more

    Better than I'd hoped
    5 Stars
    Better than I'd hoped
    I was looking for a laptop to replace my 8yo behemoth. My criteria were: lightweight, 8gb RAM, 64gb+ SSD, 1080p, with a full-sized HDMI port (no mini), Windows OS. I wanted it mostly for web browsing, word processing, and some fairly light gaming (modded Minecraft, Java version). After about a month, I am so far satisfied with this computer for all of those tasks.In fact, it surpassed my expectations in regards to gaming. I expected that it would be incapable of running more than a couple of mods, but so far it's taken everything I've thrown at it. I have not overclocked the processor (intentionally, anyway - perhaps windows does it automatically now?), and as such am operating at the stock 2.3Ghz (I think).I was slightly worried about purchasing this due to the reviews that commented about the screen quality/viewing angles. However, I am happy to report that I have not had any issues with screen visibility or warped edges. Perhaps I am simply plebian in my tastes, but it looks fine to me.It came with Windows 10 S, which I certainly did not want, but it was perfectly easy to disable.The backlit keyboard is honestly a lifesaver. I hadn't specifically sought out this feature, but it's fantastic. It comes with various brightnesses instead of a toggle, which frankly is unnecessary because the lowest setting is plenty bright. However, as mentioned in other reviews, it does cause a significant hit to battery life (or so it seems).The battery life is my only quibble, but admittedly, I believe that's mostly due to my usage rather than the machine itself. I have multiple Chrome tabs running at all times, as well as Visual Studio Code, and frequently Minecraft as well. At this level of usage, the battery lasts on average 2-3 hours. I haven't timed it though, so that is simply an estimate on my part.All in all, I am much happier with this $300 laptop than I was with my old laptop, which 8 years ago was twice the price. No doubt you can find better performance with a higher budget, but if you are tight on money, I highly recommend this device.
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    Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2020
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    I've had the ASUS Vidbook with Intel core i3 (many of these reviews seem to have AMD chips as well) for only a week now but I'm very impressed. What I like first.
    Pro's:
    1. I like the screen. I've seen reviews that say the screen is basically trash. Well the model I have it's great for what I want. I've owned anywhere from 8 to 10 laptops in my life from Dell to Sony and I like the screen on the ASUS. Mainly due to the fact it's not overly saturated bright. Its more of a soft natural light almost like reading a piece of paper vs bright blues that give headaches and eyestrain.
    2. I really like the keyboard so far (not sure how it will hold up with time) Key strokes are easy and the back lighting is just right.
    3. It's fast for what I'm doing. Load up speed is great, there isn't much if any bloat ware to deal with which i've found on Dell and other computers. I'm mainly surfing the net, streaming videos, creating power point presentations etc...
    4. One of the main things I like about this computer is that it is light weight especially at the price, your getting a relatively light weight computer with a fairly standard size keyboard and screen without paying Apple prices.

    Cons:
    1. It's hard to think of some con's but one is that the computer comes with Microsoft 10S, which is easy to turn off to 10 Home, using instructions to do so.
    2. The battery life isn't the greatest considering I'm not gaming. I would say your getting about 6 to 7 hours for simple computing. I'm sure is fine but I figure be nice if it was 8 to 10 hours, but at this price can't have it all.

    Overall I would highly recommend this computer for the price, look, and feel. It has everything you would need for school, most business travel and everyday home at a good price.
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    Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2019
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    This computer is excellent for basic tasks. It boots up fairly quickly. It is very compact. It's overall pretty light.

    The fingerprint sensor is also nice to log in with.

    The screen is 1080P which is sufficient for most for a basic laptop.

    The 8GB of Ram is sufficient for basic computer. I3 processor is sufficient as well. I got 128GB of hard drive space. I can always expand with a flash drive.

    I personally took this out of S mode. I like the full windows experience.

    It has a backlight keyboard with dark rooms. The charging speed is pretty quick as well.

    It has multiple ports including USB C. No disc drive which is a trend in most computers of today.

    For the price I paid this is a great unit. It was in my price range. So it's the perfect fit. But definitely keep an eye out for the best price on this.

    Case in point, I'm very happy with this machine.
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    Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2020
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    So after a year of owning this laptop, I want to bring up a few issues. First off, the bluetooth adapter has failed. I have to use a USB bluetooth dongle now. Not certain if this is a prevalent problem, or something that's an easy fix, but I am where I am. Secondly, the fan problem has gotten worse, as this laptop will immediately spike to 95-100C CPU temps under regular loads, and idles at about 35-50C. Cleaning the fans and vents did little to alleviate the issue, so I'm thinking it's an issue with build quality. Lastly, and actually a bit of a compliment, the laptop still works just fine regardless. Considering the price and what you're getting, it's still totally worth it and has served me well. I needed a backup in a pinch when my main workhorse desktop needed repairs, and it handled the Adobe suite with no problem.

    Original review:
    Did not work right out of the box. This is not a problem with this laptop, however. It is a problem with Windows 10, and affects multiple users:

    I got stuck on a blue screen during the initial Windows 10-S configuration. To get around this, do not establish an Internet connection while configuring Windows 10-S. Skip that step. Select "I do not have an Internet connection." It will save you a massive headache. Set up your Internet connection after Windows has finished setting up.

    If you're stuck on that screen, and cannot go back to the Internet configuration step, power down your router and restart the laptop (hold the power button for 5 seconds, wait 10 seconds, power on the laptop). It will restart the Windows 10-S configuration from the beginning, and with the router off, you can select "I do not have an Internet connection" at that step.

    Windows 10-S is also an awful proprietary mess. It does not let you download or install programs I require for some reason, rendering the whole OS absolutely worthless. It's an obnoxious closed ecosystem on hardware sorely lacking engineering that makes such an ecosystem beneficial. Fortunately the laptop let me install a proper version of Windows for free through the Microsoft store, so only minor point deductions for just being a hassle, and not requiring an additional purchase.

    The screen is about what you expect from a cheaper laptop. Nothing fancy. Certainly not something for optimum media or gaming experience. Picks up lots of glare, fades significantly when viewed at even slight angles, the usual issues. Bonus points, though, for outputting at native 1080p resolution, a major selling point for me getting this laptop.

    The fan in it is LOUD. Whenever it's writing data, installing a program, or on resource-intensive websites, that fan goes at full speed, and it goes for a few minutes after these tasks have completed. It's pretty evident that this laptop struggles with cooling, as the CPU temperatures frequently spike to 90-100C while under load, and can take a few minutes to return to idling at the expected 35C. (Update: The temperature issues have gotten a little worse over the year I've owned this laptop, with temps idling around 45-50C, even after cleaning the fans and vents and doing a fresh install of Windows.)

    Overall, as far as medium-range laptops go, it's decent. Gets the job done. It runs Photoshop 2019 just fine, and Photoshop 2021 about as well as Adobe's functionally broken mess can. It handles older games pre-2015 no sweat. Just might be a headache to configure and optimize right out of the box. But if you know what you're doing, and intend to use this laptop for mostly work-related activity or web browsing on the go, it's perfectly fine. The extra hassle is worth the money saved.
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    Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2019
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    looking for a great affordable laptop that can be used for school and personal use? This is the one. It took like like 4 days to settle on what laptop to buy but I finally figured out this one would be it. There's not much youtube video reviews about this laptop but it is worth buying. Even if you aren't going to college, this is a great laptop for personal use. The backlit keyboards are a life saver for late night usage. The only problem (not the laptop itself) is windows 10, it took a while to install chrome because it was only allowing me to use Microsoft Edge browser but I figured it out it got chrome. If you need any help with this, just reply to me.
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