Notebook ASUS K551LN is a characteristic representative of a universal line from a well-known brand. It is perfect for both work and extensive entertainment, perfectly coping with the tasks, whether it be office or gaming applications.
In order to cope with multimedia and modern games, the device was equipped with a discrete video card from Nvidia in the face of GeForce 840M, fans of typing will surely like the ergonomic keyboard, and a high-quality metal case will be appreciated by all those who often move and travel.
So, the hero of today's review is the ASUS K551LN-XX522H laptop. Let's try to identify all its advantages, coupled with disadvantages, taking into account the opinions of experts and reviews of ordinary users.
Design
The device looks very attractive, stylish and monolithic. The lid of the ASUS K551LN is crafted from brushed aluminum in black with the company's logo intact, while the worktop has a silver tint.
The appearance of the gadget does not claim to be original, and there are no all kinds of inserts, coupled with decorative elements, in the design, but notes blow from itgrace and elegance due to well-executed panels.
If we talk about the practicality of ASUS K551LN, then everything is thought out - the materials that were used in the design have a low soiling, so leaving fingerprints on the device is quite difficult, and even if you succeed, you can erase them without problems.
The very bottom and frame of the display are made of high quality plastic. The bottom is equipped with one ventilation grill and two hidden holes, under which there are stereo speakers. The upper part of the display frame is reserved for the webcam and microphone. Dimensions ASUS K551LN-XX522H meet the standards of 15.6-inch models and are 380 x 258 x 23 mm with a weight of 2.2 kg, which is quite good for this kind of model.
Display
The base model features a 15.6-inch glossy display with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels, already considered too low according to user reviews. But the designers have provided for a more expensive and acceptable by modern standards modification in the face of ASUS K551LN-XX522H with Full-HD-scan and a resolution of 1920 by 1080 pixels, which is good news. The picture in this case is very worthy and attractive.
Movies are viewed comfortably without delays and jerks, especially since the gadget has a convenient 16:9 aspect ratio, typical for the ASUS K551LN line. Owner reviews about the matrix are very disappointing: TN-scan significantly narrows the viewing angles of the screen, andwhy the engineers did not put modern IPS technology, one can only guess.
As for the margin of the display brightness, it is quite enough for indoor use, but when you go outside, the screen is filled with glare and reflections of the sun's rays.
The color reproduction of ASUS K551LN turned out to be rich thanks to Splendid technology, which adds brightness and completeness to the perception of the image on the screen. Depending on what you are going to do with the laptop, there are several basic modes like standard, game or video.
Sound
The acoustic performance of the device is supported by the proprietary SonicMaster technology and through the pre-installed MaxxAudio application, which can greatly optimize the supplied sound in terms of frequency and depth due to the wide spread of the ranges.
The speakers do not shine with bass, but still complement the mids and highs, making the sound richer and fuller. The owners in their reviews note that even at maximum volume, the sound is not distorted into hoarseness and cacophony.
Camera
The built-in webcam is not at all happy with its performance. A small resolution of 0.3 megapixels is only enough for ordinary Skype communication, although many owners do not need more. For pictures, it is better to use third-party gadgets, the local camera is suitable only for making avatars and only.
Input devices
Notebook ASUS K551LN-XX522H is equipped with a full-size AccuType island-type keyboard, which is complemented by a number pad. To complain,in principle, there is nothing: the keys are of a standard size, the gaps are minimal, they are pressed easily and quietly with good feedback.
The layout is reference, but the only thing that users complain about in their reviews is the arrow block. Too small buttons, which are difficult to hit, sometimes cause a storm of emotions, especially when the work is “burning” or something else. Nevertheless, after several weeks of work, you begin to get used to such a feature and almost do not notice the discomfort.
Touchpad
The manipulator is centered relative to the main keyboard, not the entire body. The touchpad is relatively large and is made in a modern buttonless style. The response is acceptable, and there are no addiction problems.
Multi-touch gestures are fully supported: horizontal and vertical scrolling, rotation, scaling. The touchpad is well-designed and can be recommended as a great alternative to a mouse.
Performance
ASUS K551LN comes preloaded with Windows 8 64-bit. Depending on the modifications, the models are equipped with different low-voltage processors from Intel: Core i7, i5 or i3.
The device has 6 GB of RAM on board DDR3-1600 type, which can be increased up to 16 GB if desired. An integrated HD Graphics 4400 video chip is responsible for the graphics, and an external discrete GeForce card from Nvidia with 2 GB of memory will help you cope with modern games.
Work offline
Gadgetequipped with a three-section lithium-polymer battery with a capacity of 4500 mAh (50 Wh). With an average load (watching videos, surfing the web), the laptop will last for about four and a half hours. If you actively play games, then the device will not last more than two hours. In general, judging by user reviews, battery life is quite satisfactory for many gadget owners.
Summing up
If we talk about the ratio of price and quality, then the model should appeal to many fans of the brand. Distinctive features of the device are a strong case, good design, productive stuffing and quite good autonomy.
It has everything you need to work and play: an ergonomic keyboard, a responsive touchpad, all modern ports and connectors, and plenty of hard drive space. The base screen resolution may not be the best option for watching Full HD videos and games, but thanks to Splendid support, the picture quality is not far from the more expensive options.
The price of ASUS K551LN on major Internet sites ranges from 45,000 rubles.
