This is the best price I could find for a i7, 8GB, 1080p Laptop configuration!
Under £500... Seems cheap to me!
3 Year Guarantee included at no extra cost
Specs:
-Intel Core i7-5500U - 2.4GHz to 3.0GHz with Turbo Boost
-8GB RAM
-1TB HDD
-Full HD 1080p 15.6" Backlit LED Screen
-SonicMaster built-in speakers and microphone
-Windows 10 (64-Bit)
Same spec laptop with only 4GB more Ram (12GB) & 500GB larger HDD (1.5TB) is £699.95 @ John Lewis (£200 More than this deal!) - http://www.johnlewis.com/asus-x555ld-laptop-intel-core-i7-12gb-ram-1-5tb-15-6-black/p1949154?sku=234397423&kpid=234397423&s_kenid=5e344d9d-19dd-44b3-a02e-531b73bbf0d3&s_kwcid=402x361026&tmad=c&tmcampid=73
The Asus X-Series X555LA notebook combines premium design with all-round features to deliver a superb value laptop for work and play. Powered by an Intel Core i7 processor, the X555LA is ideal for entertainment thanks to a Full HD display and SonicMaster audio technology. It's also incredibly responsive, thanks to a 2-second resume from sleep mode feature so you can get to work at a moment's notice. All of this is housed within an attractive package that you'll want to take with you everywhere.
Ready for anything:
The X555LA is powered by an Intel Core i7 processor and 8GB of RAM, delivering superb performance for almost any task. Run multiple apps at once, edit HD video and play games, the i7 is primed for giving the best performance even when tackling the most demanding tasks.
High quality design:
Asus X series notebooks are designed to complement great performance with clean, attractive aesthetics, and the X555LA is no different. It features a tactile finish and premium feel to ensure you'll be happy taking it with you, while the chiclet keyboard makes for a comfortable typing experience and a gesture-enabled multi-touchpad ensures navigation is simple and intuitive.
Brilliant images:
The screen on the X555LA features a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, or Full HD, making it ideal for watching movies on. It also uses Asus Splendid technology to ensure colours are accurate, with automatic fine-tuning helping to deliver brilliant, vibrant colours. Splendid technology also includes various modes for different scenarios, so you can easily tweak the setting to bring the most out of movies and photos or take complete control with the manual setting.
SonicMaster sound:
With Asus SonicMaster technology, the X555LA can deliver immersive, omnidirectional audio that sounds as it was meant to. SonicMaster is designed to ensure audio is revamped with balanced sound, noise reduction, volume and dynamic range to eliminate distortion and boost performance.
Standby for action:
The X555LA features a 2-second instant resume, letting you come out of standby and start working or browsing as soon as possible. A variety of optimised power modes will help you get the most out of your battery, while it's possible to keep the X555LA in standby mode for up to two weeks without the battery running out. It'll also automatically backup your data when the battery level drops below 5%, so you don't need to worry about losing your work due to lack of battery power.
An assortment of ports:
Extensive connectivity options ensures that the X555LA is compatible with a wide range of peripherals and devices. Two ultra fast USB 3.0 and a single USB 2.0 port will let you connect a range of devices and transfer data with ease, while the integrated card reader makes transferring photos from a camera to your computer simple. With the HDMI port, you can output a Full HD display to any compatible TV, monitor or projector, while the VGA port ensures compatibility with even more displays.
Top comments
mrrog to vikasbhasin
21 Dec 154#12
my missus just got one, typing this on it, can confirm screen is poor, not ips, not glossy, poor tn panel, keyboard to firm for my taste, spongy touchpad responsiveness
seems zippy though, even with all the bloatware, that blue light reducing utility is easy to use
conclusion: recommend to missus it goes back
All comments (42)
ArmaghRed92
21 Dec 15#1
Would I find the same specs for cheaper during the Jan sales?
trimax to ArmaghRed92
21 Dec 15#2
Hard to say - This seems like a good price for the specs imo
cburns
21 Dec 15#3
Good Reviews on Amazon....
Funny that...I've just setup the i5 of this model ....looks good and fast :wink:
vikasbhasin
21 Dec 15#4
is it not the same ppl. have been complaining about the screen when i5 deal appeared on HUKD for £360?
Blue70
21 Dec 151#5
I think there is another website where this model is also for sale at £499 (can't remember which one!) but only the 1yr warranty whereas you get 3 with JL. Good price but I'm hoping it'll be a bit cheaper in the sales.
Only differences I see is the Lenovo having dedicated graphics, fingerprint reader & a slightly better battery over this Asus.
I would save yourself £100 and get this Asus instead of the Lenovo if you're not looking to do any gaming.
Oh and you also get 3 Years Guarantee with John Lewis.
Hope this helps! :innocent:
MIDURIX
21 Dec 15#8
The dedicated graphics (R7 M260) in the Lenovo are certainly not worth £100. They're not as good as the best integrated Intel graphics even.
vikasbhasin
21 Dec 15#9
voted hot. I'm tempted myself. my only concern is earlier remarks by ppl. that the screen on these although full HD is aweful. can anyone comment on the screen quality pls.
mrrog to vikasbhasin
21 Dec 154#12
my missus just got one, typing this on it, can confirm screen is poor, not ips, not glossy, poor tn panel, keyboard to firm for my taste, spongy touchpad responsiveness
seems zippy though, even with all the bloatware, that blue light reducing utility is easy to use
conclusion: recommend to missus it goes back
PiperAlpha to vikasbhasin
22 Dec 151#24
I bought the i5 version from PC World recently for work, to replace an old HP. In my opinion the screen is good, the laptop boots really quickly runs cool and quietly and feels of a decent build quality for the money. Also, it's thin and much lighter than my previous laptop. Overall I'm very happy with it. I suppose all opinions are relative to an extent but thumbs up from me. :smile:
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Opening post
Under £500... Seems cheap to me!
3 Year Guarantee included at no extra cost
Specs:
-Intel Core i7-5500U - 2.4GHz to 3.0GHz with Turbo Boost
-8GB RAM
-1TB HDD
-Full HD 1080p 15.6" Backlit LED Screen
-SonicMaster built-in speakers and microphone
-Windows 10 (64-Bit)
Same spec laptop with only 4GB more Ram (12GB) & 500GB larger HDD (1.5TB) is £699.95 @ John Lewis (£200 More than this deal!) - http://www.johnlewis.com/asus-x555ld-laptop-intel-core-i7-12gb-ram-1-5tb-15-6-black/p1949154?sku=234397423&kpid=234397423&s_kenid=5e344d9d-19dd-44b3-a02e-531b73bbf0d3&s_kwcid=402x361026&tmad=c&tmcampid=73
The Asus X-Series X555LA notebook combines premium design with all-round features to deliver a superb value laptop for work and play. Powered by an Intel Core i7 processor, the X555LA is ideal for entertainment thanks to a Full HD display and SonicMaster audio technology. It's also incredibly responsive, thanks to a 2-second resume from sleep mode feature so you can get to work at a moment's notice. All of this is housed within an attractive package that you'll want to take with you everywhere.
Ready for anything:
The X555LA is powered by an Intel Core i7 processor and 8GB of RAM, delivering superb performance for almost any task. Run multiple apps at once, edit HD video and play games, the i7 is primed for giving the best performance even when tackling the most demanding tasks.
High quality design:
Asus X series notebooks are designed to complement great performance with clean, attractive aesthetics, and the X555LA is no different. It features a tactile finish and premium feel to ensure you'll be happy taking it with you, while the chiclet keyboard makes for a comfortable typing experience and a gesture-enabled multi-touchpad ensures navigation is simple and intuitive.
Brilliant images:
The screen on the X555LA features a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, or Full HD, making it ideal for watching movies on. It also uses Asus Splendid technology to ensure colours are accurate, with automatic fine-tuning helping to deliver brilliant, vibrant colours. Splendid technology also includes various modes for different scenarios, so you can easily tweak the setting to bring the most out of movies and photos or take complete control with the manual setting.
SonicMaster sound:
With Asus SonicMaster technology, the X555LA can deliver immersive, omnidirectional audio that sounds as it was meant to. SonicMaster is designed to ensure audio is revamped with balanced sound, noise reduction, volume and dynamic range to eliminate distortion and boost performance.
Standby for action:
The X555LA features a 2-second instant resume, letting you come out of standby and start working or browsing as soon as possible. A variety of optimised power modes will help you get the most out of your battery, while it's possible to keep the X555LA in standby mode for up to two weeks without the battery running out. It'll also automatically backup your data when the battery level drops below 5%, so you don't need to worry about losing your work due to lack of battery power.
An assortment of ports:
Extensive connectivity options ensures that the X555LA is compatible with a wide range of peripherals and devices. Two ultra fast USB 3.0 and a single USB 2.0 port will let you connect a range of devices and transfer data with ease, while the integrated card reader makes transferring photos from a camera to your computer simple. With the HDMI port, you can output a Full HD display to any compatible TV, monitor or projector, while the VGA port ensures compatibility with even more displays.
Top comments
seems zippy though, even with all the bloatware, that blue light reducing utility is easy to use
conclusion: recommend to missus it goes back
All comments (42)
Funny that...I've just setup the i5 of this model ....looks good and fast :wink:
I would save yourself £100 and get this Asus instead of the Lenovo if you're not looking to do any gaming.
Oh and you also get 3 Years Guarantee with John Lewis.
Hope this helps! :innocent:
seems zippy though, even with all the bloatware, that blue light reducing utility is easy to use
conclusion: recommend to missus it goes back