The 15.6" VivoBook 15 X540UA Laptop from Asus is a productivity- and entertainment-focused system designed for everyday users. It's powered by a 1.8 GHz Intel Core i7-8550U quad-core processor, 8GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 1TB FireCuda SSHD. This hybrid drive features 8GB of cache, which can help load applications quicker. Should you need more storage space, you can attach external storage solutions using its multiple USB ports and microSD card reader.
Its 15.6' display, driven by integrated Intel UHD graphics, features a 1920 x 1080 resolution for crisp and clear Full HD content playback. You can also use its HDMI port to connect a separate display for larger viewing and enhanced multitasking. Other integrated features include 802.11ac dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, a SuperMulti DVD drive, a webcam, speakers, microphones, and a combo audio jack. The operating system is Windows 10 (64-Bit).
Asus SonicMaster
Asus SonicMaster is a combination of hardware and software enhancement designed to provide users with higher quality audio by filtering noise and improving clarity.
Crafted Speaker Design
The speakers on this laptop features a round design to maximize the amount of space they take within the system to deliver better low frequency response, reduced noise, enhanced bass, and improved sound clarity.
Asus AudioWizard
Asus AudioWizard audio tuning software provides you with five presets to best fit your current application including: gaming, movies, music, recording, and speech.
Asus Splendid Technology
Asus Splendid Technology corrects the display's color temperature to deliver richer, deeper colors. It includes four modes: normal, eye care, manual, and vivid that you can switch between anytime you need. Eye Care Mode reduces blue light emissions, which can help reduce eye fatigue for long viewing periods.
Keyboard & Touchpad
This laptop features a chiclet keyboard with a 1.8 mm key travel and minimal key float for a solid typing feel. Its touchpad supports Asus Smart Gesture input, which lets you use common smartphone-like gestures to navigate with.
Asus IceCool Technology
Asus IceCool Technology, a combination of internal design, heat pipes, and vents, is implemented within this system to prevent heat build-up under the palm rest to keep typical use as comfortable as possible.
Windows 10
Start Menu
After its hiatus in Windows 8, the Start Menu has returned. Utilizing a combination of the traditional menu system and Windows 8's Live Tiles, the improved Start Menu gives you more information at a glance, showing notification information alongside your applications and other pinned items.
Cortana
Microsoft's digital personal assistant, Cortana can answer your questions with information gleaned from both your device and the internet at large. You can type or even talk with her, if your system has a microphone. Using her Laptop, Cortana keeps track of your needs and wants, and she learns over time to improve her information gathering skills.
Microsoft Edge
After nearly 20 years, Microsoft has finally replaced its Internet Explorer web browser. With Microsoft Edge, users can write directly on web pages and share notes with friends and colleagues. It also improves the online reading experience by adding a distraction-free mode and read-it-later functionality. Edge also has built-in Cortana integration; you can have her help you find a restaurant, make a reservation, and pull up directions without leaving your browser.
Windows Store
For Windows 10, Microsoft has unified the Windows Store. Now, apps for PCs, tablets, and phones will all be accessible from one place. And with support for Universal Apps, one version of an app can work across all your compatible devices automatically.
Windows Continuum
Windows 10 was designed for a variety of screen sizes and input styles, and with its Continuum feature, it automatically adapts to fit your needs. A Windows 10 tablet on its own requires a touch-centric approach, but attaching a mouse and keyboard will shift everything to a more traditional interface. You can even attach an external monitor to your Windows 10 phone for a near-desktop experience. But it's not just the operating system; Windows Universal Apps take advantage of Continuum as well.
Xbox on Windows 10
Gaming is a big focus of Windows 10. Xbox integration allows for PC players to match up against Xbox One players on supported games, and if you have an Xbox One, you can even stream compatible titles to your PC. Native support for recording with the new Game DVR feature makes it easy to capture and share your gameplay. The new DirectX12 takes better advantage of multi-core processors, giving games a performance boost, even on older hardware. Windows 10 also features native support for virtual reality headsets, such as the Oculus Rift.