ASUS UL30VT-X1K Thin and Light 13.3-Inch Laptop with Kindle for PC (Black) Review
I bought the UL30VT-A1 for use as a school/work computer. My current PC is a desktop that I built a few years ago and, consequently, has seen better days; I can't trust it to turn on when I need to crank out a paper or print an assignment. I'll keep it brief.
The Pros:
- Battery Life is as good as advertised. I get ten hours out of this thing easily listening to music, downloading over a wireless network and word processing. Simply and amazing battery/processor combination.
- This computer is not just an energy sipper, though. It has enough graphics horsepower to run starcraft 2 on medium at 30 FPS without overclocking.
- Pretty large HDD, even if it is only spinning at 5400 RPM.
- Aesthetics: It's brushed aluminum cover, while not really solid feeling (Thin sheet of aluminum), makes it look pretty snazzy. Black chicklet keyboard set in the silver stock looks very reminiscent of a macbook pro. On a side note, it's pretty easy to buy a backlit keyboard and install it into the UL30VT so you can type in the dark.
The Cons:
- Glossy screen. I hate glossy screens, but this one seems to be particularly atrocious. Not only do reflections distract all the time, but the viewing angle of the actual LCD is pretty bad, too. Takes a lot of adjusting and fine tuning to get a movie to look good. Forget about showing a bunch of friends a video.
- Built in webcam is poor as well. Resolution and frame rate. .3 megapixels in 2010? Really? My Motorola Razr could do that 6 years ago.
-No support for graphics switching in Linux.. :(
Really, though, it's a great computer. I don't take my power cord with me anymore 'cause I just don't need it. I'd highly recommend this computer. Even though it was released a long time ago (relatively) I think it's still one of the best laptops on the market. I have fun poking fun at my friends who lug their 5 Lb. 'portables' around only to have them die after an hour of being unplugged. Experience the freedom! Buy one today!
ASUS UL30VT-X1K Thin and Light 13.3-Inch Laptop with Kindle for PC (Black) Feature
- 1.3GHz Intel SU7300 Core 2 Duo Processor; Kindle for PC pre-loaded
- 4GB of DDR3 RAM, 2 slots, 4GB Max
- 500GB SATA Hard Drive (5400 RPM); No optical drive
- NVidia G210M Graphics with 512MB DDR3 + Intel GMA 4500MHD (Switchable VGA); 13.3" HD LED Display
- Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; Bluetooth; .3mp webcam; Windows 7 Home Premium Operating System (64 bit); up to 11 hours of battery life
ASUS UL30VT-X1K Thin and Light 13.3-Inch Laptop with Kindle for PC (Black) Overview
The thin and light ASUS UL30VT-X1K is a harmonious blend of form and function. Powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo ultra-low voltage processor, it boasts an impressive 11-hour battery life for all-day computing. The popular Kindle for PC application is pre-installed, allowing for easy downloading of Amazon Kindle e-books which can be taken and read anywhere with this ultra-thin and light notebook. The UL30VT-X1K also sports user-centric features such as a multi-gesture touchpad and provides an impressive multimedia entertainment experience with Altec Lansing speakers and an NVidia G210M graphics engine (users can turn the graphics card off if longer battery life is needed). With Bluetooth, a 0.3MP Webcam, and Wireless b/g/n, the UL30Vt-X1K allows you to stay connected with ease. All of these features and more are shrouded in a robust brushed aluminum lid that not only looks magnificent, but also helps in maintaining the notebook's stylish exterior day after day. The UL30VT-X1K comes with a 1 year global warranty, one month zero bright dot guaranty, free two-way shipping and twenty-four hour tech support seven days a week. Plus it comes with a FREE One Year Accidental Damage Warranty protecting your notebook from drops, fire, spills and surges.
ASUS UL30VT-X1K Thin and Light 13.3-Inch Laptop with Kindle for PC (Black) Specifications
Style and Performance in Perfect Harmony
The energy-efficient, slim, and stylish ASUS UL30Vt-X1 notebook redefines ultraportable notebooks with new power boosting features. Free yourself from power cords and start exploring with up to an amazing 11 hours of all-day battery life1. Powered by the ultra-low-voltage Intel Core2 Duo processor SU7300, and optimized with 4GB of DDR3 DRAM, ASUS GraphiX Boost switchable graphics, and exclusive Turbo33 technology, the UL30Vt-X1 takes you further than most other notebooks with eye-catching style, optimized performance, smart power usage, and a generous 500GB of storage. Its ultra-slim profile makes traveling a breeze and its 13.3-inch HD LED-backlit display offers bright, vibrant visuals and advanced energy efficiency.
Effortlessly navigate your e-mails and favorite websites with the enhanced multi-touch trackpad and complete important assignments with ease using the comfortable chiclet keyboard. The UL30Vt-X1 also features Altec Lansing speakers, plus SRS Premium Sound, for a home theater experience on the go. The UL30Vt-X1 is built from the ground up to give you the best value; it’s an ultraportable notebook that truly delivers mobility and power on demand.
Kindle for PC – Now Pre-Installed on Select ASUS Laptops
 | Read more than 500,000 Kindle books on your ASUS computer with our Kindle for PC application. The app comes pre-installed on select ASUS PCs, and no Kindle is required. Already have a Kindle? With Whispersync, you can access your library of Kindle books, notes, marks, and more on your ASUS. Learn more: Read Kindle Books on Your Computer
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 | Now there is an even bigger reason to get the UL Series by ASUS. Adding to a whole trophy case of awards is the latest 2009 Editor's Choice Award by Engadget. Voted by Engadget's editorial staff as LAPTOP OF THE YEAR, the UL series is the ultimate companion for your mobile computing needs. |
The most comprehensive notebook warranty package is icing on the cake.
Plus ASUS Accidental Damage Protection: ASUS UL30Vt-X1 also come with a One Year Accidental Damage Warranty protecting the notebook from drops, fire, spills, and surge.**
Key Features
- All-day computing with up to 11 hours of battery life1 (Learn more)
- Exceptionally compact and light, under 1-inch thin, and weighs less than 4 pounds
- Powered by the Intel Core2 Duo Processor SU7300 for energy efficiency (Learn more)
- Exclusive Turbo33 Technology for 33% system performance boost during process-intensive multi-tasking (Learn more)
- GraphiX Boost that instantly switches between the energy-efficient built-in graphics and powerful ASUS Discrete Graphics Engine (Learn more)
- Color Shine 13.3-inch LED-backlit widescreen HD display that uses less energy and gives you an immersive cinematic experience (Learn more)
- 4GB of DDR3 system memory for smooth performance with Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit installed
- 500GB hard drive for responsive, convenient storage and access to all your documents, music, videos, and photos
- Chiclet style keyboard and multi-touch trackpad for comfortable and intuitive use (Learn more)
- Built-in high-speed 802.11n wireless connectivity for Internet browsing
- Integrated webcam for connecting with your friends and family
- Altec Lansing speakers enhanced with SRS Premium Sound for home theater quality acoustics
- ASUS IceCool Technology provides a cool-to-the-touch palm rest
- ASUS 360 one year global warranty and ASUS ADW one year accidental damage warranty* (Learn more)
Learn More
Takes You Where You Want to Go
 | Experience up to 11 hours of all-day computing with the UL30Vt-X1 *. Thanks to its ultra-low-voltage Intel Core2 Duo processor SU7300, 8-cell battery, LED-backlit display, and ASUS Super Hybrid Engine (SHE), you can maximize your time on the move and minimize time plugged-in. And with our new FastBoot Technology providing an ultra-fast boot time of only 30 seconds, you can use your PC anywhere, virtually right away. A generous 500GB of hard drive storage holds your favorite music, videos, and photos. Compact, and under 1 inch thin, the UL30Vt-X1 fits virtually anywhere –freeing space up for books, files, or whatever else you need. The UL30Vt-X1 lets you focus on the essentials in life. With this kind of mobility, you get the peace of mind you deserve. |
Energy Efficient Processing
 | The ASUS UL Series Laptops are the perfect balance of style and performance for mobile computing. They all feature an Ultra-Low-Voltage Intel® Core™2 Duo processor so that you can enjoy the performance and long battery life you need in the sleek designs you crave. Sleek new ultra-thin laptops powered by the latest ultra-low-voltage Intel® Core™ processors deliver this unique balance of performance and power consumption to let you travel light and provide the performance you need for music, HD video, photos and more. Intel® ULV processors are also optimized for battery life, so you can stay unplugged longer and use your laptop on the go without having to search for power outlets. Full feature computing on the go – thin and light with long battery life – with Intel Inside®. |
Instantly Boosts PC Performance
 | ASUS has innovatively designed the UL30Vt-X1 to provide you even more performance when you need it. The ASUS exclusive Turbo33 technology automatically boosts the system performance by 33% and more. When process-intensive multi-tasking is needed, Turbo33 automatically takes CPU, memory and even graphics performance to a whole new level to ensure a smooth and seamless computing experience. With this performance booster, the Intel Core2 Duo SU7300 is over 25% faster than a SU9400 CPU. This translates into almost 20% more overall system performance than a notebook powered by the SU9400.*** |
Switch Between Extended Battery Life and Full Speed Graphics
 | The UL30Vt also features GraphiX Boost to instantly switch between the energy-efficient integrated graphics and the powerful ASUS Discrete Graphics Engine powered by NVIDIA CUDA enabled GeForce G210M. This ASUS exclusive feature gives you the ability to maintain a perfect balance between conserving the battery life and enjoying surreal high-definition graphics. With GraphiX Boost, you no longer have to sacrifice all-day battery life or jaw dropping graphics. Now you can switch between the two on-the-fly whenever high graphics processing demand is needed without having to reboot your system. It is truly graphics power on demand. |
Comfort Included
 | With ASUS IceCool Technology, you’re ensured extended battery life and a cool-to-touch surface, so, even after long computer sessions, there’s limited heat for optimized comfort. With plenty of space to place your hands, the generous palm rest area makes typing on the chiclet style keyboard an enjoyable experience. It’s comfort made easy. |
Eye-Catching Sophistication
 | Impress onlookers and complement any setting with the UL30Vt-X1’s brushed aluminum cover and a high-class appeal. From the first time you open the UL30Vt-X1 you notice the stunning interior casing around a display that brings color to life, and shines with a brilliant, high-gloss finish. Plus, the chiclet style keyboard and spacious keys not only allow for a comfortable typing experience, but also prevent dust buildup, helping to keep your keyboard clean every time you use it. Inspired by a butterfly’s grace, the UL30Vt-X1 carries the hallmark contours and slim elegance that separates it from the typical cookie-cutter notebook. |
High Definition That Doesn’t Break the Bank
 | If you’re looking for mobile HD playback that doesn’t break the bank, with its 13.3-inch 16:9 ratio High Definition display, the UL30Vt-X1 is a great solution when you’re on the go. When you’re at home or in the office, you can easily stream high definition media to external displays with its HDMI connectivity. Complemented with Altec Lansing speakers and SRS premium surround sound, the UL30Vt-X1 provides high-quality audio playback so there’s no need to invest in expensive speakers. With the UL30Vt-X1, you can enjoy all your favorite movies and music where you want, when you want, with crisp clarity and great value that you will appreciate every time. You can also instantly switch from integrated graphics to the ASUS Discrete Graphics Engine –powered by NVIDIA GeForce G210M GPU –to enjoy casual gaming and all your favorite movies and music with crisp clarity that you will appreciate every time. |
ASUS Exclusive Windows 7 Features
 | Experience FastBoot, the unique performance boost for Windows 7 made possible by ASUS’s close partnership with Microsoft. With ASUS exclusive FastBoot technology, Windows 7 64-bit-enabled ASUS notebooks start up in a staggering 30 seconds. That is 40% faster than 32-bit operating systems. ASUS helps get you up and running faster than ever before. System performance is subject to system configuration. This data is based on a comparison between a FastBoot-optimized ASUS notebook running 64-bit Windows 7 and an identically-configured notebook without FastBoot running 32-bit Windows Vista. For more details regarding the test results, please visit the information site. |
ASUS 360* -- Comprehensive Notebook Warranty Package Included
 | ASUS complimentary notebook care package. ASUS 360 offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars to the price of competing laptops: One year global warranty Thirty days flawless display guarantee Two way free standard shipping 24/7 tech support |
ASUS ADW* -- 1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty**
 | Accidents happen. But when they happen to your ASUS notebook purchased in the US or Canada, you have extra protection. Whether your notebook is damaged by accidental spills, drops, electrical surges, or fire, ASUS will fix it or replace it for you during the first year after purchase.** Warranty covering accidental drops, spills, power surges, and fire damage Target 3 business day turnaround time for repair / replacement; not including receiving and shipping time One-way shipping (from ASUS to the user) at no additional cost 24 hour toll-free phone support One incident covered per notebook |
For PC’s running Windows 7 Home Premium
 | Get more features with Windows Anytime Upgrade. It’s the best way to add features to Windows 7, takes as few as ten minutes, requires no software or downloads, and you’ll keep your existing programs, files, and settings. Windows will walk you through the simple upgrade process. Don’t forget… Microsoft Office is not part of Microsoft Windows In order to get the most out of your new PC, don’t forget to purchase a Microsoft Office suite. Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. And you can watch shows for free when and where you want with Internet TV on Windows Media Center.* Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium. * Internet access required. Free TV content varies by geography. Some content may require additional fees. |
Warranty
ASUS 360* (1 Years Global Warranty) + ASUS ADW* (1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty**) + Flawless Display Guarantee
ASUS UL30Vt-X1 comes with ASUS 360 (1 years global warranty), ADW (1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty*) and Flawless Display Guarantee. If the purchaser discovers one defective bright dot within 30 days of purchase, ASUS will replace the panel without cost to the purchaser.What's in the Box
Specifications
1Estimated maximum battery life test was done in ASUS Power4Gear battery saving mode with Mobile Mark 2007. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions.
*For notebooks purchased on or after Sept. 10, 2007. The ASUS 360 Notebook Service Program and Accidental Damage Warranty covers “ASUS” brand notebooks only, and does NOT extend to: “Built on ASUS”, “ASMobile”, “Powered by ASUS”, the Eee PC, or some other models. These retailers are currently among the companies that do NOT participate in the ASUS 360 Notebook Service Program and Accidental Damage Warranty: Best Buy, MicroCenter, and The Source by CircuitCity in Canada. Limited of one claim per notebook for Accidental Damage Warranty. ASUS reserves the right to discontinue this program and to modify the terms and conditions thereof at any time. ASUS Accidental Damage Warranty Program starts from the date of your ASUS notebook purchase, when all the requirements are met.
**One incident covered per notebook
***Performance figures were tested in PCMark 2005 v1.2.0 in 1366x768x32bit. Figures are for reference only and may vary depending on system setup and conditions.
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