ASUS U31SG-DS31 review

ASUS U31SG Ultra Portable Laptop ASUS U31SG offers 2nd generation Intel Core processors in a thin and light design Powered by 2nd generation Intel Core i3 standard voltage processors ASUS Super Hybrid Engine extends battery life to 10 hours for all-day, on-the-go computing Elegant design comes in under an inch thick for maximum portability The ASUS U31SG-DS31 notebook has a lot going for it, including an attractive brushed aluminum casing, strong performance and an all-day battery life.


The newly-redesigned u31sg offers the sheer power of new 2nd generation Intel Core processors in a sleek and light form factor that's fun and easy to carry with stylish portability. The U31SG pairs a second generation Intel Core i3 processor and an NVIDIA GeForce GT 610M 1GB for strong multitasking and moderate gaming. The NVIDIA GT 610M GPU also supports DirectX 11 for the latest gaming effects like tessellation and PhysX effects like dynamic explosions and blowing hair. Internal testing yields an 8,957 score in 3D Mark 2006.
Thanks to exclusive ASUS Super Hybrid Engine technology, the U31SG can switch between different power modes depending on the task at hand. This leads to big energy savings, so the battery lasts up to 10 hours and you can keep using the asus U31SG without depending on frequent recharging. Extend your computing range with confidence, free from shut-down worries.
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ASUS U31SG-DS31 Specifications

General
Brand	ASUS
Model	U31SG-DS31
Color	Black
Highlights	ASUS U31SG-DS31 Intel 2nd Generation Core i3-2350M (2.30GHz) Processor, 13.3" HD 16:9 (1366 x 768) LED Display, 4GB DDR3 1333MHz Memory, 750GB Hard Drive, NVIDIA GeForce GT 610M 1GB GDDR3 Graphics Card, Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit, Bluetooth V3.0 Ready
Processor & Chipset
Processor	Intel 2nd Generation Core i3-2350M Processor
Clock Speed	2.3 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB
Chipset	Intel HM65 Express Chipset
Memory
Standard Memory	4GB DDR3 1333MHz
Maximum Memory	2 x SODIMM socket for expansion up to 8GB SDRAM
Memory Standard	DDR3-1333
Memory Technology	DDR3 SDRAM
Storage
Hard Drive	* 750GB 5400RPM SATA * Free recovery disk and a hidden partition in the hard drive allow users to reformat the hard drive and reinstall the operating system and pre-loaded software as when it was shipped.
Card Reader	3-in-1 Card Reader (SD/ MMC/ MS)
Display & Graphics
LCD Display	13.3" 16:9 HD (1366 x 768) LED Display
Graphics Controller	NVIDIA GeForce GT 610M 1GB DDR3 Graphics Card
Video Camera	Built-in 0.3 Mega Pixel Web Camera
Network & Communication
Network	WLAN: 802.11 B/G/N LAN: 10/100/1000 Base T Built-in Bluetooth V3.0
Interfaces/Ports
Interface	1 x Microphone-in jack 1 x Headphone-out jack (SPDIF) 1 x VGA port/Mini D-sub 15-pin for external monitor 3 x USB 2.0 port(s) 1 x RJ45 LAN Jack for LAN insert 1 x HDMI
Security
Password Protection	BIOS Booting / HDD User Password Protection and security lock
Notebook Lock	Kensington lock hole
Audio
Audio	Built-in speaker and microphone Altec Lansing® speakers
Software
Operating System	Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
Power
Battery Pack	8 Cell: 5600 mAh 83 Whrs
AC Adapter	Output: 19 V DC, 4.74 A, 90W Input: 100~240 V AC, 50/60 Hz universal
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	12.9" x 9.2" x 1" (W x D x H)
Weight	4lbs with 6 cell battery

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