ASUS ZENBOOK Prime UX31A

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May, 2013

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 276 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the portability and keyboard. The performance and design also get good comments. There are some critical comments about the value for money, while opinions are divided on the connectivity.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Laptops the ASUS ZENBOOK Prime UX31A is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 97/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by: J. Simon Leitner (notebookcheck.net)

Review Asus Zenbook Prime UX31A Ultrabook

Super Ultrabook. After Asus already spearheaded netbooks a few years back with the legendary Eee PCs, the Taiwanese manufacturer is trying for a repeat performance with Ultrabooks. Their cards are good, their first Zenbook editions were already ahead...

robust, high quality aluminum unibody case ; pleasant keyboard with back light ; excellent display ; blazing application performance thanks to a fast SSD ; very quiet during every day use ; good sound ; good battery runtime

no DisplayPort connector ; no Gigabit LAN ; max. 4GB RAM ; different SSDs installed

Depending on your criteria, the Asus Zenbook Prime UX31A either has many or very few competitors. In the ultrabook line, we could mention Dell's XPS 13, which is a match in terms of design and case quality of the UX31A but fails in regards to display...

Aug, 2012

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Expert review by: Sarah Silbert (engadget.com)

ASUS Zenbook Prime UX31A

More Info ASUS Zenbook Prime UX31A alights its Ivy Bridge at Amazon: $1,149 for Core i5 edition ASUS bringing Zenbook Prime UX21A, UX31A, UX32A and UX32VD to the US, prices start at $799 ASUS Zenbook Primes with 1080p IPS panels and probably Ivy Bridge...

Great IPS display ; Sleek, lightweight design ; Decent battery life

Wonky touchpad ; Sub-par audio

ASUS' new UX31A improves upon its already-good Ultrabook with a higher-res IPS screen and Ivy Bridge power, but there's still room for improvement.

Aug, 2012

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Expert review by: Loyd Case (pcworld.com)

Asus Zenbook Prime UX31A Review: Ultralight, Pretty, and Capable

The new Asux Zenbook UX31A looks like the old UX31E, with a brushed, bronze-tinted, solid aluminum shell that looks slightly dangerous and angular. The weight remains the same, at 3 pounds and an ounce. But our test model arrived with a gorgeous, 1080p...

Superb IPS Full HD display ; Extremely thin and light given its performance

Only two USB ports, though they're 3.0 capable ; Keyboard is a bit slippery

The new Zenbook offers a superb IPS display and solid performance in an ultralight, slick package.

Aug, 2012

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Expert review by: Dan Ackerman (cnet.com)

Asus Zenbook UX31A

The Asus Zenbook was one of the first entrants in the new ultrabook category when it launched in late 2011. We liked that original system, despite a few serious flaws, and the all-metal design marked it as a direct competitor to the MacBook Air .

The Asus Zenbook UX32A has the sharp design of other Zenbooks we've reviewed, but is even slimmer.

Other ultrabooks offer similar components for less, while spending a bit more will get you a much more full-featured Zenbook.

Stuck between a budget model and a high-end, feature-filled model, this middle Asus Zenbook is a slim, slick ultrabook, but also a tough sell.

Jul, 2012

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Expert review by: Brian Westover (pcmag.com)

Asus Zenbook Prime UX31A-R5102F

The Asus Zenbook Prime UX31A-R5102F offers a good looking ultrabook, and ups the ante with a 1080p display and third-generation Intel processor.

Third-generation Intel Core i5-3317u processor. Speedy SSD storage. Stunning 1080p IPS display. Comfortable backlit keyboard. Sleek and sturdy design

Skimpy port selection. Small storage capacity. Mediocre battery life

Jul, 2012

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Expert review by: Sean Hollister (theverge.com)

Asus Zenbook Prime UX31A review

Eight months ago, Asus was one of the first to build a credible MacBook Air alternative with a similar look and feel. The 13-inch Asus Zenbook UX31 and 11-inch UX21 delivered extremely rigid all-metal frames, power-sipping Intel Sandy Bridge...

Solid aluminum build ; Fantastic (optional) 1080p IPS screen ; Included dongles and sleeve

Extremely annoying trackpad ; Weak hinge ; Sharp edges ; On the pricier side

Even a few flaws can cheapen a premium experience

Jul, 2012

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Expert review by: Mark Spoonauer (laptopmag.com)

ASUS Zenbook Prime UX31A

The ASUS Zenbook Prime improves upon one of the best Ultrabooks by adding a 1080p IPS screen, backlit keyboard and speedy 3rd generation Core i7 processor.

Click to EnlargeAfter testing the Zenbook Prime, it's clear that ASUS worked hard to improve its Ultrabook. Although the $1,499 price of our configuration isn't cheap, you get a sharper screen than the 256GB MacBook Air for $100 less. And the new...

May, 2012

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Expert review by: Will Halstead (techwarelabs.com)

Asus Zenbook Prime UX31A Ultrabook Review

Ultrabook" is one of those phrases that has lost much of its meaning over time. When Intel initially dreamed up the concept, they were looking to see Windows-based competitors to the Macbook Air. What manufacturers delivered has varied so widely in...

Just looking at the box, you can tell that this isn't going to be your usual bargain notebook. The black box features an interestingly posed product shot front and center, one that highlights the Zenbook Prime's slick lines

Nov, 2012

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Expert review by: Matt Smith (pcper.com)

ASUS Zenbook Prime UX31A Review - Execution Matters

I often think of ASUS as the PC's answer to Apple. Their products are not up to Apple's rigorous engineering, nor is the customer service as accessible, but ASUS does offer a number of products that were obviously designed to meet a set of high...

Aug, 2012

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Expert review by: Andrei Girbea (ultrabookreview.com)

Asus Zenbook Prime UX31A review – the best ultrabook out there right now

With their new Zenbook Primes, Asus tries to fix most of the issues users encountered with their first generation ultrabooks and add a couple of extras on

THE GOOD astonishing looks, awesome IPS display, improved trackpad and backlit chiclet keyboard, solid performances, decent battery life, runs cool and quiet

THE BAD still not the best trackpad, average speakers, can get hot when pushed

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Jul, 2012