» ASUS K50AF-X1 15.6-Inch Versatile Performance Laptop (Black)
By Asus
Buy new : $699.00
Customer Rating :
Features:
- 2.3GHz AMD M520 Processor
- 4GB DDR2 800MHz SDRAM, 4GB max
- 500G 5400RPM HDD; Super-Multi Combo Drive; 802.11 b/g/n
- 15.6" HD LED Display (1366x768); ATI 5145 512MB DDR2 Graphics Card
- Windows 7 Home Premium (64bit)
Editor Reviews:
- Product Description
The new K50AF-X1 is the perfect fit for work and play. Powered by the AMD M520 (2.3GHz) processor, and 4GB of RAM, the K50AF-X1 supplies the horsepower for your versatile computing needs.The ATI 5145 512MB DDR2 dedicated graphics engine, a feature not typically found in laptop in this price range, enables smooth playback of videos and enables robust PC gaming.The K50AF-X1 comes with a 1 year global warranty, one month zero bright dot guaranty, free two-way standard shipping, twenty-four hour tech support seven days a week, and a one year accidental damage warranty, protecting the notebook from drops, fire, spills and surge. - Amazon.com Product Description
The New Jack-of-all-trades
The 15.6-inch K50AF-X1 notebook features intelligent performance on the go with the AMD Vision Premium technologies enhancing productivity and enabling HD entertainment. The compact K50AF-X1 notebook will keep you connected longer with the exclusive intelligent ASUS Power4 Gear power management utility and delivers smart multitasking and multimedia performance powered by the AMD Turion II Dual Core Mobile M520 processor and the ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5145 graphics engine. With its brilliant 15.6-inch LED-backlit HD widescreen you can indulge yourself with crystal clear visuals and HD cinema. Plus, you get on-the-go comfort & convenience with a multi-touch trackpad and full-size chocolate style keyboard with numeric keypad for easy input.
With the 64-bit version of the Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium operating system pre-installed, you'll be able to easily create a home network that lets you share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. Windows 7 is designed for faster and more reliable performance, so your PC just works the way you want it to.
Experience ASUS FastBoot Technology, the unique performance boost for Windows 7 made possible by ASUS' close partnership with Microsoft. With exclusive ASUS FastBoot Technology, this Windows 7-enabled ASUS notebook starts up in a staggering 30 seconds.
The K50AF-X1 also boasts ASUS IceCool technology that keeps the keyboard and palm rest cool so you stay comfortable over long sessions. It also features 4GB DDR2 system RAM, Built-in webcam and Mic, 500GB hard drive, high-speed wireless N connectivity, and a host of other features that all add up to an incredible value for an enhanced user experience.
Key Features
- AMD Turion II Dual Core Mobile M520 processor for versatile multitasking intelligent performance (Learn more)
- ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5145 graphics with 512MB VRAM for an immersive multimedia experience on the go (Learn more)
- Vivid 15.6-inch HD Color Shine LED-backlit widescreen (16:9) for an immersive cinematic experience (Learn more)
- ASUS FastBoot technology for faster start-up (Learn more)
- ASUS Power4Gear technology for smart power and battery saving on demand (Learn more)
- 4GB of DDR2 RAM for smooth computing with Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit installed (Learn more)
- 500GB hard disk drive for convenient storage and access to all your documents and entertainment (Learn more)
- Built-in 802.11n wireless connectivity & built-in webcam and microphone enables real-time video conferencing and Internet browsing (Learn more)
- Full chocolate style keyboard with numeric pad for a comfortable typing experience (Learn more)
- ASUS IceCool Technology for a cool-to-the-touch palm rest (Learn more)
- ASUS 360: 1 year global warranty2 and ASUS ADW: 1 year accidental damage warranty3 (Learn more)
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More Multitasking Power with Less Power Consumption
Increase your productivity and enjoy HD entertainment with the the AMD Vision Premium enabled ASUS K50AF-X1. The K50AF-X1’s AMD Turion II Dual Core Mobile M520 processor features built-in AMD PowerNow! Technology that optimizes battery life and instantly responds to increased workloads to deliver superior performance on-demand when you need it so you can stay online longer and be more productive.
Whether you're creating multimedia, casually playing games, or simply kicking back and enjoying a HD movie, the ASUS K50AF-X1, with AMD Turion II Dual Core Mobile M520 processor and ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5145 graphic engine, will change the way you do everything.
Achieve intelligent multi-tasking performance with ASUS Power4 Gear technology that gives you exclusive control and performance that no one else can offer. With ASUS Power4 Gear, you can push the hot key for “High Performance Mode” –immediately setting up all aspects of your system for top performance –or enable a host of other power profiles that enhance it for the task at hand. Power4 Gear gives you power when you want it, and saves energy when you don’t.
Intelligent Dual Core Performance
You'll enjoy a brighter standard of HD cinematic viewing with the ASUS K50AF-X1, featuring a next-generation, thin, light and energy efficient 15.6-inch LED-backlit HD Color-Shine widescreen LCD. The ASUS K50AF-X1 notebook is built from the ground up with the AMD Turion II Dual Core Mobile M520 processor delivering intelligent multi-tasking performance and energy saving immersive HD entertainment experience on the go.
You can experience superior HD performance and optimized multimedia capability wherever you are with the K50AF-X1’s ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5145 512MB graphic engine that adjusts performance based on your needs. With 4GB of ram and DirectX 10.1 compatibility, you can experience high-quality entertainment on the go.
Plus, for home theatre quality acoustics, the K50AF-X1 features premium Altec Lansing speakers enhanced with SRS Premium Sound.
Infusion of Beauty and Practicality
With smooth lines and sweeping curves, the compact and light K50AF-X1 has eye-catching style and durable good looks. Upon opening this mobile wonder, you will immediately notice its elegant yet subtly patterned design and comfortable and ergonomic chocolate style keyboard.
Enhanced with ASUS IceCool Technology, the K50AF-X1's keyboard and palm-rest area stay consistently cool for a comfortable computing experience for hours on end whether you're at work or at play.
And you can type in comfort with the K50AF-X1’s stylish and ergonomic concave-key keyboard and spacious palm-rest area and be more productive with its mult-touch touchpad. Creating and editing spreadsheets will be a breeze with the K50AF-X1’s full keyboard with number pad that makes entering numbers simple and efficient.
Connectivity, Communication, and Storage on the Move
Connect with friends and family wherever you may be with an integrated 0.3 megapixel webcam and built-in wireless N internet connectivity that enable ‘real-time’ video conferencing and Internet browsing.
With a generous 500GB of hard disk drive storage, you can quickly and conveniently store and access your documents, music, videos, and photos on the go with ease with the K50AF-X1 so you’ll always have your favorite media at your fingertips.
The intelligent multimedia K50AF-X1 is the smart choice to enrich your digital life when you’re on the move.
ASUS Makes Your Windows 7 Experience Better
Recently rated as #1 in consumer reliability for Windows-based PCs by SquareTrade, you get the peace of mind you deserve every time you start your K50AF.4 ASUS worked with Microsoft to develop time-saving features like FastBoot technology –reducing the time needed for startup and shutdown –and LocalMe –a GPS-like application. Plus, you can enjoy unplugged gaming longer thanks to Windows 7’s enhanced power management.
Windows 7 Home Premium makes it easy to create a home network and share all of your favorite photos, videos, and music. And you can watch, pause, rewind, and record TV.† Get the best entertainment experience with Windows 7 Home Premium.
Experience FastBoot by ASUS, the unique performance boost for Windows 7 made possible by ASUS’ close partnership with Microsoft. With ASUS exclusive FastBoot technology, Windows 7 64-bit-enabled ASUS notebooks start up in a staggering 30 seconds. That is 40% faster than 32-bit operating systems.
ASUS 1-Year 360 –Comprehensive Care Package Included
Offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars to the price of competing laptops: 2
1 Year Global Warranty
30-Day Flawless Display Guarantee: If you discover one defective bright dot within 30 days of purchase, ASUS will replace the panel at no cost.
Two way free standard shipping
24/7 tech support
ASUS ADW -1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty
You have extra protection when accidents happen to your ASUS notebook purchased in the US or Canada. ASUS will fix or replace your notebook for you at no charge during the first year after purchase in the event of damage from accidental spills, drops, electrical surges, or fire.3
Warranty covering accidental drops, spills, power surges, and fire damage
Target 3 business day turnaround time for repair / replacement
Free one-way shipping from ASUS to you
24 hour toll-free phone support
What's in the Box
The entire ASUS K50AF-X1 package contains a warranty information card, notebook, AC Adapter, and 6-cell battery pack
- K50AF-X1
- AC Adapter
- 6-cell Battery Pack
- Warranty Information Card
- Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
- Display: 15.6-inch 16:9 Wide Format 1366x768 HD LED-backlit Display
- CPU: AMD Turion II Dual Core Mobile M520 (2.3GHz)
- Graphics: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5145 512MB DDR2 VRAM
- Wireless:802.11 b/g/n Wireless LAN
- LAN:10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
- Memory: 4GB DDR2, 2 x SODIMM Sockets
- Storage: 500GB 5,400RPM hard drive
- Optical Disc Drive: DVD Super Multi Double Layer Drive
- Camera: 0.3 Megapixel
- Audio: Built-in Azalia compliant audio chip, with 3D effect & full duplex
- Speakers: Altec Lansing featuring SRS Premium Sound
- Microphone: Built-in microphone
- Card Reader: : 3 in 1 card reader (SD/MMC/MS)
- Input/Output: 1 x Microphone-in jack, 1 x Headphone-out jack (S/PDIF) 4 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 x RJ45 LAN jack for LAN Video Output: 1 x VGA port/Mini D-sub 15-pin
- Keyboard: Full size keyboard with numpad
- Battery Pack: 6 Cell (2900mAh)
- Dimensions: 14.82 x 9.95 x 1.39 –inches (W x D x H)
- Weight: 5.73 lbs (with 6 cell battery pack)
- Color: Brown and Grey
Specifications
2 For notebooks purchased on or after Sept. 10, 2007. The ASUS 360 Notebook Service Program and Accidental Damage Warranty covers “ASUS” brand notebooks only, and does NOT extend to: “Built on ASUS,” “ASMobile,” “Powered by ASUS,” the Eee PC, or some other models. These retailers are currently among the companies that do NOT participate in the ASUS 360 Notebook Service Program and Accidental Damage Warranty: Best Buy, MicroCenter, and The Source by CircuitCity in Canada. Limit of one claim per notebook for Accidental Damage Warranty. ASUS reserves the right to discontinue this program and to modify the terms and conditions thereof at any time. ASUS Accidental Damage Warranty Program starts from the date of your ASUS notebook purchase, when all the requirements are met.
3One incident covered per notebook.
4Rated number 1 PC brand according to SquareTrade, the leading direct-to-consumer warranty company (for more information visit http://www.squaretrade.com/pages/laptop-reliability-1109/ ).
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† Internet access required. Free TV content varies by geography. Some content may require additional fees.
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