Review - ASUS Transformer Book TX300

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Precision-Engineered Ultraportability

ASUS Transformer Book is the world’s thinnest Windows 8 tablet with a 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor. Inspired by the beautiful Zenbook ultraportable, Transformer Book features a sleek profile and a precision-engineered all-metal design with unique spun metal finish that’s the result of a sophisticated 32-step manufacturing process.
Transformer Book is as striking as it is resilient and is perfect proof of the ASUS spirit of persistent perfection.

High-performance portability


Storage options that suits you
Whether used as a Windows 8 multi-touch tablet or a notebook with keyboard and touchpad, ASUS Transformer Book always has incredible performance on tap. A choice of 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i5 and i7 processors seamlessly switch between applications for effortless multi-tasking with Windows 8 apps, while Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 delivers an automatic burst of speed whenever it’s required. Enjoy smooth HD movie playback, responsive gaming and incredible sound quality, thanks to ASUS SonicMaster audio technology.

Storage Options for Two Ways of Working

With two types of internal storage device, ASUS Transformer Book works the way you want to. As a tablet, the 128GB SSD means apps launch near-instantly for a slick and seamless Windows 8 experience, while ASUS WebStorage ensures easy access to secure cloud storage when travelling far and wide. Connect ASUS Transformer Book to its notebook dock and it instantly becomes a fully functional notebook with up to a 500GB hard drive, with exclusive ASUS high-speed bridge technology that ensures blisteringly fast 5Gbit/s data transfer speeds.

Backlit keyboardBacklit keyboard

In Notebook Mode, ASUS Transformer Book features a backlit keyboard with ambient light control that automatically adjusts its brightness to suit the surroundings, making it easy to keep on top of any productivity task.


Smart Battery TechnologySmart Battery Technology

ASUS Transformer Book has up to five hours’ battery life in full notebook mode and up to eight hours in tablet mode. Power Up! technology extends notebook battery life still further by disabling the dock’s hard drive and ports to leave the keyboard and touchpad active, giving up to eight hours’ use.

More Than a Mobile Dock

USB 3.0 ports
ASUS Transformer Book has a mobile dock that’s more than just a backlit keyboard and smart gesture touchpad. With a 500GB hard drive, two USB 3.0 ports and Gigabit LAN, it’s a fully featured notebook with a built-in battery of its own.
No more waiting to work

No more waiting to work

With up to two weeks’ standby time in Notebook mode, there’s no need to waste time waiting for ASUS Transformer Book to shut down, while two-second resume from standby means it’s ready for action when you are.

Brilliant High-Definition Display

ASUS Transformer Book features a Full HD display with 1080p resolution and IPS technology for an incredibly crisp and detailed image, with a wide 178° viewing angle. Multi-touch support gives full fingertip control with Windows 8 too, while Mini Display Port makes it easy to connect an HDTV for big-screen viewing.

Superior Sound Quality

Superior Sound Quality
Developed with the audio experts at Bang & Olufsen ICEpower®, ASUS SonicMaster technology delivers outstanding cinematic sound quality. Four speakers in Notebook mode give an immersive listening experience and MaxxAudio provides fully customizable EQ control for perfect results with movies, music and games. Audio recording is crystal-clear too, thanks to a high quality array mic that filters background noise.

Stay-Safe Power Supply

High-Quality Cameras
Accidentally tripping over a plugged-in notebook power lead risks damage to the lead, the notebook — and, worst of all, you. Transformer Book solves this problem with a clever power lead that doesn’t plug into a socket, but snaps onto it magnetically. A firm tug is enough to break the connection safely, so there’s no risk of dragging Transformer Book off a desk by snagging its power lead, or having it snatched from your hands if you pick it up when still plugged in

Specifications


ProcessorIntel® Core™ i7 3517U Processor
Intel® Core™ i5 3317U Processor
Operating SystemWindows 8
Pro Windows 8
MemoryDDR3 1600 MHz SDRAM, OnBoard Memory 4 GB
Display13.3" 16:9 IPS FHD (1920x1080) Glare panel
GraphicIntegrated Intel® HD Graphics 4000
Storage320GB HDD With 128 G SSD 
500GB HDD With 128 G SSD
Card Reader2 -in-1 card reader ( SD/ MMC) card reader (Micro SD )
CameraHD Web Camera *1
NetworkingIntegrated
BT 4.0 support (on WLAN+ BT 4.0 combo card)
Interface1 x COMBO audio jack
2 x USB 3.0 port(s)
1 x RJ45 LAN Jack for LAN insert
1 x micro HDMI
1 x Docking Connector
1 x mini Display Port
1 x SD card reader
AudioBuilt-in 4 Speakers And Microphone
MaxxAudio support
Battery2Cells 5000 mAh Polymer Battery
2Cells 3120 mAh Polymer Battery
Power AdapterOutput : 
19 V DC, 3.42 A, 65 W 
Input : 
100 -240 V AC, 50/60 Hz universal
DimensionsTablet:
 340 x 213 x 4 ~11 mm (WxDxH)
Dock:
 340 x 219 x 3 ~12.9 mm (WxDxH)
WeightTablet:
 0.95 kg (with Polymer Battery)
Dock:
 0.95 kg (with Polymer Battery)
CertificatesUL, TUV, CE Marking Compliance, FCC Compliance, BSMI, Australia C-TICK / NZ A-Tick Compliance, CCC, GOST-R, CB, EPEAT, Energy star, CECP, RoHS, JATE
Manufacturer Warranty2-year limited International hardware warranty.
*different by country On-line problem resolution through web interface (BIOS, Driver update)
OS (Windows® 8 ) install/uninstall consultation
Bundled software install/uninstall consultation
Note*1
Front HD camera
Front HD camera & 5M rear camera (optional)