Finally no more restrictions, we are now free to be more mobile thanks to the lift of all the precautionary guidelines. But if you know yourself more, it’s time to give yourself a pat in the back and focus on and ask “What’s next?”.
Given our learnings over the past years, we need machines whether for study, work or casually play to be more immersive. So if you are now a college student nearing graduation, or an employee who needs a personal computer for your hobby then a laptop upgrade is definitely on your mind.
Pre-pandemic era, the urge to have a light and powerful devices was the trend. Having a laptop that is around 13.3″ to 14″ that can be your online learning, everyday work companion or even side hustle buddy of a small business. But the growing demand of more immersive videos, and less transfers to do work means a growing demand in 15″ laptops with strong capability is becoming preferred versus smaller devices. Take the ASUS Vivobook 15X OLED K504, this laptop starts at to Php49,995 to Php59,995 that can definitely upgrade your standards on a laptop.
I will probably think that you came from a Core i3/i5 Intel 8th / 9th Generation laptop around 2020, probably even earlier. You might now feel the shorter battery life, in-need of more multi-tasking or even challenged with new applications with heavier loads demanded in your school or work.
So what changed over the years? Let me summarize to you in 5 major points.
1. From IPS to now immersive OLED Displays
Anything is better if you see everything better, even just changing to an OLED display makes everything better cause of its better contrast, deeper blacks and vibrant display. Now this is even sweeter with better content immersion thanks to its HDR capability, meaning you can now watch content like from streaming platforms in ideal cinematic quality.
Your creativity is on point here as well with Pantone accurate calibration especially if you are a student in the field of Arts, Architecture, Engineering or working already that requires a display that can proof read marketing layouts, rendering outputs, or simply checking the company’s logo if its right.
2. A New Generation of Performance
Higher mobility demands better processing, this means that upgrading to the 12th Generation Intel based processor like Core i7-1255U with Iris Xe Graphics is definitely leaps beyond if you came from a Core i3 or Core i5 processor. Opening a new avenue of opportunities for you to explore and do, from creating simple timeline edits in DaVinci Resolve, you can at least achieve multiple layers with even higher resolution.
Your college appliations for doing 3D renders, graphics, and even computer language can definitely do better simulation now. Expanding your capabilities exponentially and preparing you for better skills set as you graduate.
The main benefit here will be the capability to do multi-tasking of opening multiple applications in between even multiple passion points. Given the 8GB DDR4 RAM included that can still be expanded to 16GB. You can now open apps in groups that can do multi-tasking with the advantage of the larger 15″ display.
You’re defintely can do gaming here as well in decent graphics, the important thing to understand is that the laptop is now a companion for both professional and personal concerns. So you shouldn’t adjust to your laptop but the other way around.
3. Privacy Matters – Better Camera & Louders Speakers with AI
You can now do conference calls and online meetings with confidence with proper AI cancellation speakers that doesn’t give echo feedback in your zoom, teams or online classes. Plus, with proper dual-stereo speakers power with DIRAC Audio technology that is now finally audible that you can be confident to use the on-board laptop speakers even on your own nook.
The webcam is now also HD enabled with a physical privacy door for better safety against online hackers that can cripple your overall digital life.
4. Multiple Options for Battery Charging
Aside from the included DC-in port charger in the box that can do fast-charging of 60% in 49 minutes. Sometimes you just want more flexibility rather than better charging.
We’re glad that our painpoint is now solved. The VivoBook 15X OLED can now also be charged via 65W PD (Power Delivery) USB Type-C for more flexibility. This is our main method in charging all of our devices from smartphones, tablets, accessories, and even now laptops.
This means that even power-banks with PD capability can charge the Vivobook 15X OLED with ease. A very convenient feature that can elevate your experience with this new machine.
5. Cleanliness is important
The surface of the Vivobook 15X OLED is treated with ASUS Antimicrobial Guard an anti-bacterial protection that is a good feature that can last around 3 years, it inhibits the growth of bacteria on commonly touched areas for a peace of mind that your device a bit of germaphobic.
Bonus: 180-Degree Hinge
Weird as it may looks like, but having a 180-degree hinge on a 15″ laptop is quite handy especially when moving around from classroom or meeting rooms. The vertical position ensures opened laptops to still process while moving around, or simple show something to your peers without the need to flip around the whole laptop.
Time for an upgrade indeed
Now you got to know the ASUS Vivobook 15X OLED K504, now is the perfect time to upgrade your laptop as there is a huge jump in not only technological advancements, but also physical standards. This increase of priority in portability, immersive experience, safety and even cleanliness is a good device that can give you the jump in life that is much needed.
ASUS Vivobook 15X OLED K504 (K3504ZA-L1063WS) Specifications
- Windows 11 Home with Office Home & Student 2021
- 15.6-inch, FHD (1920 x 1080) OLED 16:9 Ratio Display with HDR & Pantone Calibrated
- Intel® Core™ i7-1255U Processor
- Intel Iris Xᵉ Graphics
- 8GB DDR4 RAM expandable up to 16GB
- 512GB M.2 NVMe™ PCIe® 4.0 SSD
- 50W Battery with DC & PD Charging Support
- 17.9mm Thin / 1.6kg Light
- SRP Php59,995
For more information about the ASUS VivoBook 15X OLED
- Product page – https://www.asus.com/ph/laptops/for-home/vivobook/asus-vivobook-15x-oled-k3504/
- Where to buy (ASUS concept stores and multi-brand stores nationwide) – https://www.asus.com/ph/content/where-to-buy-laptops-and-desktops/
- Extended Cool for School 2023 (until September 17, 2023) – https://www.asus.com/ph/events/infoM/activity_CoolForSchoolSale
