May 30, 2016 01:13 PM
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Very good laptop I have ever seen.Since we reviewed the UX305, Asus has also launched the UX305CA, which makes a few major changes to the formula described below, but not all the changes are positive. Overall, we reckon the UX305 reviewed here is a better bet, but the differences between the two are worth discussing. First of all, the UX305CA uses a significantly higher-resolution screen ditching the Full HD panel on the UX305 and replacing it with a 3, 200x1, 800 screen. There are some issues with this; the experience with a high-resolution screen is inconsistent in Windows 10 and the screen is too small to really be useful.
This also appeared to affect battery life; we saw four hours less stamina on the high-end screen version. Performance has stepped up by around a quarter, which is impressive and could be a deal-clincher for some. The laptop also has the same drawbacks as the significantly cheaper model on test here, so the higher price doesn't quite match the build quality. Below is our original review of the Asus UX305.
The Asus UX305 is quite simply one of the most exciting laptops we’ve seen in years. It continues Asus’ long line of Zenbook ultrabooks, but really sets itself apart by bringing the same level of build quality and design we’ve come to expect, at a price many more people can afford.
Starting at £649, the UX305 undercuts the majority of ultrabooks by some £350, while it’s £200 cheaper than the entry-level 13-inch MacBook Air. There are a few areas where compromises have been made, but for the most part this is a phenomenal machine.
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