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ASUS U30JC Pro Reviews

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techreport.com‘s review Edit Like Unlike

From the moment I peeled off the protective stickers and started it up, the U30Jc impressed me with its snappy performance, sleek palm rest, and comfortable keyboard. Windows 7 screams on this machine, and even with a 5,400-RPM hard drive, I don't notice much of a slowdown compared to my quad-core Core i5 desktop. Considering the very respectable battery life results and the fact that this machine has a fairly capable discrete graphics processor, it's hard not to see the U30Jc's appeal.

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Apr 22, 2010

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www.pcper.com‘s review Edit Like Unlike

In this review we compared the Asus U30j to netbooks which may seem a bit odd since these are products in different categories and price points. The comparison is intentionally made to shed light on the performance and feature discrepancy of today's netbooks. Many consumers buy netbooks thinking it will be sufficient for their daily work, or replace an aging system - but in reality netbooks have significantly less usefulness when you get outside the domain of web surfing.

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Jul 15, 2010

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Engadget‘s review Edit Like Unlike

ASUS has struck gold with the U30Jc's Core i3 and NVIDIA Optimus combo, and we're crossing our fingers that Sony, Apple, Alienware and others follow ASUS down this path. While other 13-inchers may be lighter on the shoulder and some other mainstream laptops may pack more power, the $899 U30Jc buys you an incredible three-way balance of performance, graphics and endurance. And that's not something we say very often about a laptop that doesn't even set you back a grand.

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Apr 13, 2010

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AnandTech‘s review Edit Like Unlike

First, let me make it clear that there's really a lot to like with the U30Jc. It has a great design aesthetic, it's fast enough for all but the most demanding users, and it delivers great battery life. The U30Jc balances size, features, and battery life very well. So if it's not clear, the move to a Core i3/i5 platform and the improved build quality and design are the steps forward. So what are the "sideways" steps? The first is the LCD, which remains of dubious quality at best. The other step sideways is the GPU. The ASUS ULxxVt models used a GeForce G210M, and while it was okay we definitely wanted something with a bit more oomph...

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May 18, 2010

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AnandTech‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Looking at the U30Jc, the SSD upgrade is definitely nice. I would personally hold off and look for a faster GPU first - something with an Optimus GT335M and a better LCD would be perfect, if I could keep all the other aspects of the U30Jc. However, plenty of laptop users couldn't care less about gaming, in which case an SSD is the next logical upgrade.

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Jun 01, 2010

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www.legitreviews.com‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Physically the notebook handled the trip without issue. Fingerprints on the screen and glossy sections wiped away easily with a microfiber cloth. Externally I could not find a scratch or fingerprint (unlike an IBM ThinkPad which shows even the most minor touch). As we were wandering around Taiwan we happened to find the ASUS U30Jc for sale in Taiwan at 35,000 NT ($1092.45 US) You might also notice that it has been upgraded with an i5-430M and a 500GB hard drive but only has 2GB of RAM.

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Jul 13, 2010

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tweaktown‘s review Edit Like Unlike

In the end, I really like the ASUS U30Jc notebook. The little machine looks great, it offers great performance and has excellent battery life. It's rare that I run across a notebook that is so well rounded for performance and longevity.

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Jul 05, 2010

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Notebookcheck‘s review Edit Like Unlike

On the plus-side the U30JC has a stable case/decklid, pleasant surfaces and a bright display. The palm rest remains cool at all times and the cooling fan stays quiet. Weak areas are first found when typing; the keyboard has poor feedback and its surface has plenty of give lending a spongy typing experience. The glare-TFT only has a small viewing-angle and the contrast is low. If you wish to connect peripherals, you will only find USB, VGA and HDMI. Room for more ports on the 13.3-inch notebook just wasn't in the cards.

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Jun 15, 2010

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Digital Trends‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Asus U30Jc offers indecisive notebook buyers a do-it-all machine that sacrifices very little to do a lot.

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May 27, 2010

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computershopper‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Long battery life, strong performance, and a generous warranty make this one of the best under-$1,000 thin-and-light laptops available.

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Apr, 2010

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HotHardware‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Asus really executed well on the U30Jc, from the gorgeous design to the inclusion of an optical drive and Intel's potent Core i3, not to mention the power-saving and intelligent NVIDIA Optimus solution. A five-star machine at a reasonable price.

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Apr 04, 2010

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CNET Reviews‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Asus has built a solid workhorse in the 13-inch U30Jc-1A that sacrifices some portability for gaming prowess, but still has great battery life.

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Apr 06, 2010

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PC Magazine‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The Asus U30Jc-1A is one of the few 13-inch laptops that run on a standard volt Intel Core processor while keeping your bank account out of the red.

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Apr 05, 2010

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LAPTOP Magazine‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Thanks to Nvidia’s automatic switchable graphics, this good-looking 13-inch notebook combines gaming cred with long battery life.

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Mar 05, 2010

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