7.1 out of 10

Asus UL30A

 

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  • User Score (355)
    8.2 8.2 from 355 reviewers
  • Expert Score (15)
    8.0 8.0 from 15 reviewers
  • Value for money (2)
    7.1 7.1 from 2 reviewers
  • Features (4)
    6.0 6.0 from 4 reviewers
  • Ease of use (3)
    8.1 8.1 from 3 reviewers
  • Performance (3)
    6.7 6.7 from 3 reviewers
  • Reliability (3)
    7.5 7.5 from 3 reviewers
  • Overall quality (3)
    6.9 6.9 from 3 reviewers
  • Battery performance (7)
    8.7 8.7 from 7 reviewers
  • Display (2)
    6.5 6.5 from 2 reviewers
  • Installation (3)
    8.1 8.1 from 3 reviewers
  • Weight (3)
    7.5 7.5 from 3 reviewers
  • Gaming performance (2)
    5.3 5.3 from 2 reviewers
  • Connectivity (2)
    7.3 7.3 from 2 reviewers
  • Keyboard (2)
    6.8 6.8 from 2 reviewers
  • Mouse (2)
    6.8 6.8 from 2 reviewers
  • Temperature (2)
    7.7 7.7 from 2 reviewers
  • Impression (2)
    6.9 6.9 from 2 reviewers
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. ZDNet

    ZDNet
    8.5/10
    29 January 2010

    If you've got modest needs, the value presented by the UL30A is hard to ignore, especially in light of its amazing battery life. Recommended. Read more

    • Above average speakers, Excellent battery life, SU7300 processor should cover most needs, Multi-touch touchpad
    • No gigabit Ethernet, Some of the bundled software isn't as slick as it could be

  2. PC Authority

    8.3/10
    9 June 2010

    Asus' UL30A delivers a classy, all-round package with truly outstanding battery life Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. Asus UL30A

    CNET
    9.0/10
    Reviewer: Mrpmon, CNET
    2 January 2010

    An amazingly well constructed device with all the necessary specs for the average user. Battery life is astounding (constantly around the 10.5-11.5hr region on battery saving mode), Sleek design with a smooth keypad, Lightweight (even with battery attached), LED monitor provides crisp and clear images. Read more

    • Battery life+++, Storage (500Gb), Weight, Size, Design, Monitor

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  • Manufacturer's Description

The new ASUS UL30A is a harmonious blend of form and function. Powered by an Intel® Core™2 Duo ultra-low voltage processor, it boasts an impressive 12-hours* battery life for all-day computing, user-centric features such as multi-gesture touchpad and impressive multimedia entertainment with Altec Lansing® and SRS Premium Sound™. These features can be found in an ultra-light notebook that is generously cloaked in brushed aluminum and measuring les…

Manufacturer's Specs

  • Processor & Cache Memory
    Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor SU9400/SU7300 : 1.4 GHz - 1.3 GHz, Intel® Celeron® Processor SU2300/743 : 1.3 GHz - 1.2 GHz,
  • Operating System
    Genuine Windows Vista® Ultimate,Genuine Windows Vista® Business,Genuine Windows Vista® Home Premium,Genuine Windows Vista® Home Basic,
  • Chipset
    Mobile Intel® GS45 Express Chipset
  • Main Memory
    DDR3 1066 MHz SDRAM, 2 x SODIMM socket for expansion up to 4GB SDRAM *Due to the 32-bit operation system's limitation, only 3GB will show up with a 4GB memory. The 64-bit operating system will not have this issue. For more information, please check Microsoft's support site: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/946003

Release Date

  • First seen
    21 September 2009

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