Asus Zenbook UX32VD

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 22 expert reviews

Excellent:

6
Good:

13
Average:

2
Bad:

1

Pros:

Superb 1080p IPS display.
Gorgeous design and materials.
Dedicated graphics.

Cons:

Dedicated graphics lack punch.
Battery life low for an Ultrabook.

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Last revision on June 16, 2014

Reviewers Liked

Superb 1080p IPS display
Gorgeous design and materials
Dedicated graphics
Fast performance, with Core i7 CPU
Three USB 3.0 ports
VGA, HDMI, and (via USB) Ethernet support
Backlit keyboard
Dual band 802,11 a/b/g/n 2,4GHz/5GHz Wi-Fi
Robust speakers

Reviewers Didn't Like

Dedicated graphics lack punch
Battery life low for an Ultrabook
On screen text can be tiny unless zoomed in
Minimal backlight bleed
Mediocre battery life
Only 30-day trial to McAfee Internet Security
Runs hot in certain locations
Below-average overall performance

Expert reviews and ratings

When Asus’s Zenbook UX31E debuted last year, it seemed to almost single-handedly put Ultrabooks on the map. Its intriguing mix of good looks, performance, and price convinced many a skeptic, us included, that PCs could compete with the likes of...

By Maximum PC on November 14, 2012

With the rapid influx of new hardware specially designed to showcase the new Windows 8 operating system, it's easy to overlook a machine like the Zenbook UX32VD. With its shiny metal body, attractive screen and bevy of connection ports, this is a pretty...

By TechRadar AU on November 12, 2012

The UX32VD is a decent attempt at an all-rounder ultrabook, though its battery life is uninspiring and it doesn't live up to its full...

By CNET Australia on October 16, 2012

Asus clearly has engineers who know what they're doing. They are interested in high-resolution displays, attractive exteriors and excellent performance. The UX32 is an engineering feat no other Ultrabook on the market can match. Unfortunately, the...

By Digital Trends on September 12, 2012

The newest ZENBOOK UX32VD is a generally impressive Ultrabook with plenty of great reasons why you should buy it … and at least one reason why you might want to pass. The beautiful 1080p IPS display is quite possibly the best screen on any current...

By Notebook Review on August 15, 2012

The Asus Zenbook Prime UX32VD is one of the first Ultrabooks in the brave new frontier that marries typical Ultrabook specs with upgradable parts and dedicated graphics. Our advice? Wait for the second or third generation where dedicated graphics...

By MobileTechReview on August 09, 2012

Across-the-board improvements to last year's model—from a fast CPU and discrete graphics to a backlit keyboard and the best screen in its class—make Asus' new ultrabook well worth its $1,299 price....

By Computer Shopper on July 23, 2012

The Asus Zenbook Prime UX32VD-DB71 adds a speedy 3rd generation Intel Core i7 processor and Nvidia GeForce graphics to the ultrabook formula. What Asus has wrought is the thinnest and lightest 1080p HD power system on the market. It's the ultrabook to...

By PC Mag on July 17, 2012

The ASUS Zenbook Prime UX32VD combines the best Ultrabook display with Nvidia graphics for extra gaming...

By LaptopMag on July 11, 2012

The Asus U32VD has the potential to become a hit, packing fast hardware inside a compact and solid built body, while running for 7+ hours on a single charge. It's not as sleek as ultrabooks, but it's faster and way cheaper. And those are things all of us...

By tlbhd.com on July 10, 2012

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