ASUS VivoBook Flip (R518UA-DH51T) is 15.6 inch display model almost similar to ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 (TP410UA-DB51T) model. R518UA-DH51T model is powered by Intel core i5 processor and comes with an SSD storage. Lets see this notebook’s general review.
ASUS VivoBook Flip series laptops are thin and compact convertible laptops, which are designed for portability with fast performing specs. This model weighs around 4.9 pounds and is about 0.9 inches thin. This thickness and weight is suitable for people who want to take their laptop everywhere they go. Suitable for students, travelers, business people etc.
Features 15.6 inch HD display with sensitive touch. HD display is less for the price. Even other Flip 14 models feature Full HD display resolution. Display may be a drawback for this model.
Coming to its performance, this model is powered by 7th Generation Intel Core i5-7200U processor and comes with 8 GB DDR4 RAM and 256 GB SSD storage. Processor can handle moderate to heavy tasks easily. And with an SSD storage, you can run demanding applications without any issues. SSD storage is a plus for this model, cause other ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 models like ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 (TP410UA-DB51T) and ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 (TP410UA-DB71T) does not feature an SSD storage drive.
Best suited for students and office use. If you want to run even more demanding applications, you have to go for Intel Core i7 processor and more DDR4 RAM. Features a LAN port, full HDMI slot, USB 3.0 port, USB 2.0 port and USB 3.1 Type C port. You can expect around 5 hours of battery life in normal usage conditions.
Specifications:
| Asus VivoBook Flip (R518UA-DH51T) | |
|---|---|
| Display | 15.6 inch Full HD Touchscreen Display |
| Processor | 7th Generation 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5-7200U (can go up to 3.1 GHz) |
| RAM | 8 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 256 GB SSD |
| Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 620 |
| Webcam | Front Facing Webcam |
| Audio | ASUS SonicMaster Technology |
| Wireless Connectivity | 802.11 ac WiFi Built-in Bluetooth V4.1 |
| Interface | One COMBO audio jack Two USB 3.0 port One USB 2.0 port One HDMI port One LAN port One USB 3.1 Type C Port One SD Card Reader |
| Battery | 38WHrs, 2-cell Li-ion battery (Up to 5 hours of battery life) |
| Dimensions | 14.8 x 10 x 0.8 inches |
| Weight | Approx. 4.9 lbs |
| Price | Check Current price |
Conclusion:
Overall, this laptop can be a perfect everyday laptop at the time of this review. Suitable for students, business people and for home usage. But less display resolution is a major drawback in this model. So, if you want a laptop for home usage and moderate usage, this model is for you.