Friday, February 10th 2023

ASUS Announces Vivobook Classic Series Powered by AMD Processors

ASUS today announced three new and updated AMD-powered models in its popular Vivobook Classic series of everyday laptops: the 14-inch Vivobook 14 OLED (M1405), the 15.6-inch Vivobook 15 OLED (M1505), and the 16-inch Vivobook 16 (M1605).

These new laptops deliver a stunning visual experience. Vivobook 14 OLED and 15 OLED feature superb OLED NanoEdge Pantone Validated displays with up to a 2.8K (2880 x 1620) resolution, a 120 Hz refresh rate and a 0.2 millisecond response time. Vivobook 14 OLED and Vivobook 16 have an expansive 16:10 aspect-ratio display, while Vivobook 15 OLED has a widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio. The NanoEdge OLED displays offer up to a 1.000,000:1 contrast ratio with a screen-to-body ratio of up to 86.5%. All displays additionally have TÜV Rheinland low blue-light certification to ensure eye comfort during long viewing sessions.
Perfect performance is delivered by up to AMD Ryzen 7 7000-Series processors with 16 GB RAM and up to a 1 TB SSD. Quiet and efficient cooling is provided by the dual-vented cooling system with an IceBlade fan. The long-lasting up to 50 Wh battery gives users more freedom, and there's up to WiFi 6E for ultrafast connectivity.

The eye-catching slim and lightweight design is accentuated with a metal-look finish and a selection of on-trend colors. The 180° lay-flat hinge allows easy collaboration and sharing, and the comprehensive I/O capabilities include up to a USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 port with power delivery, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, a USB 2.0 port, an HDMI 1.4 port, and an audio combo jack.

Feature-packed specifications include a physical webcam shield on the HD 3DNR webcam for instant privacy; a full-size ASUS ErgoSense keyboard; a mega-sized touchpad that gives maximum room for fingers; an optional ASUS NumberPad 2.0 (on 14-inch models only) for easy data entry; and an optional fingerprint sensor on the touchpad. All models are protected with ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus to reduce the transmission of harmful viruses and bacteria.

Smart conferencing features include the latest ASUS AI noise-canceling audio technology for crystal-clear communications, along with a webcam featuring ASUS 3DNR technology for the best possible video quality in any environment. There are also bundled productivity-enhancing ASUS apps including GlideX, MyASUS and ScreenXpert.

Vivobook Classic series laptops are now manufactured using 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastics, and come in 100% recyclable packaging. Their energy efficiency outperforms the ENERGY STAR standard, and to ensure durability, the laptops are tested to the strictest MIL-STD-810H US military-grade standard.

Stunning visual experience
Vivobook 14 OLED and 15 OLED feature up to 2.8K OLED HDR three-sided NanoEdge displays, which are super-bright and have a cinema-grade 100% DCI-P3 color gamut for ultravivid colors. They are also Pantone Validated for professional-grade color accuracy and TÜV Rheinland-certified for low blue-light emissions. With up to a 120 Hz refresh rate and a 0.2 ms response time, these displays are ideal for everyday productivity, casual gaming and entertainment. In addition, VESA DisplayHDR True Black 600 certification ensures the deepest possible blacks and a high 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio for enhanced detail in dark scenes. Vivobook 14 OLED and 16 have an expansive 16:10 aspect ratio that reduces the need for scrolling, while Vivobook 15 OLED has an immersive 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio. All displays are TÜV Rheinland-certified for eye care, with low blue-light levels that make them extra gentle on the eyes.

Perfect performance
To ensure perfect performance, even when the tough tasks are piling up, the new AMD-powered Vivobook Classic series laptops harness the power of up to AMD Ryzen 7 7730U processors, with up to 16 GB of 3200 MHz DDR4 memory and 1 TB GB of speedy SSD storage.

To keep the laptops cool in all situations, the cooling system includes an ASUS IceBlade fan with 87 blades, with dual air vents to efficiently accelerate heat transfer for smooth, stable performance without processor throttling.

The long-lasting up to 50 Wh high-capacity battery keeps the laptops going for longer, while ultrafast connectivity is provided by up to WiFi 6E enhanced with ASUS WiFi Master technology for fast and stable connections.

User-friendly design
The eye-catching Vivobook Classic laptops are never ordinary, with a clean geometric design featuring the raised Vivobook logo tag on the lid, a warning-striped Enter key and a choice of two on-trend colors: Indie Black or Cool Silver. The laptops are slim enough to pop unobtrusively into a backpack, and light enough to never be a burden.

The precision-engineered, lay-flat 180° hinges make it easy to share content with others, or collaborate with a group of people around a table. The webcam has a convenient physical shield that instantly blanks the image in video calls for enhanced privacy and security. There's also an optional fingerprint sensor on the touchpad for fast password-free login via Windows Hello.

The full-size ASUS ErgoSense keyboard has a 19.05 mm key pitch, a 0.2 mm key-cap dish, and long 1.4 mm key travel that gives it an incredibly satisfying feel, with the optimum bounce and travel calculated with fine-tuned precision. Additionally, Vivobook 14 OLED supports an optional ASUS NumberPad 2.0.

With a full set of I/O ports, it's easier than ever for users to connect their existing peripherals, displays and projectors. In addition to a USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 port with power delivery, there are two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, a USB 2.0 port, HDMI output and a convenient 3.5 mm audio combo jack.

To keep the laptops hygienic and reduce the spread of harmful viruses and bacteria, frequently-touched surfaces on the new laptops are treated with ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus, which is scientifically proven to inhibit the growth of viruses and bacteria—including COVID-19 and influenza viruses—by more than 99% over a 24-hour period.

Vivobook Classic series laptops are bundled with a free one month subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud, along with a collection of easy-to-use productivity-enhancing ASUS apps, including GlideX for cross-device screen sharing; MyASUS for easy access to updates, apps, customer service and performance optimization; and ScreenXpert for easy multi-display management.

Smart conferencing
The new Vivobook Classic series laptops are packed with class-leading features that make video and voice conferencing smoother and more enjoyable. The HD webcam includes ASUS 3DNR video-processing technology that makes video feeds clearer, and there's a convenient physical webcam shield for instant privacy.

To provide exceptional remote-working and video-conferencing experiences, all models feature ASUS AI noise-canceling technology that employs machine learning in order to isolate unwanted noise from human speech. This technology helps to filter out ambient noise for optimum group conference-call quality.

Sustainable and durable
The ASUS commitment to protecting the earth while delivering the best products to its users is reflected in the design of the Vivobook Classic series. The laptops contain 30% PCR plastics, and the packaging is now 100% recyclable. Energy consumption has been reduced to outperform the ENERGY STAR power-efficiency standard.

A longer laptop lifespan also reduces long-term waste, so Vivobook Classic series laptops are strictly tested to ensure their durability, using the latest MIL-STD-810H US military-grade standard, with up to 12 test methods and 26 individual tests—the industry's most stringent testing regime.
Source: ASUS
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35 Comments on ASUS Announces Vivobook Classic Series Powered by AMD Processors

#1
Space Lynx
Astronaut
keep the OLED coming baby!!! yeeeehaaaa!!!

i still wish it was 1080p high refresh OLED at this size though, cheaper cost + more fun in gaming + still looks great at that size.
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#2
P4-630
TheLostSwedewith up to 16 GB of 3200 MHz DDR4 memory
DDR4 memory? And only upto 16GB?....
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#3
Space Lynx
Astronaut
P4-630DDR4 memory? And only upto 16GB?....
price hopefully comes in a little lower cause of this. if its $599 I am buying one.
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#6
Space Lynx
Astronaut
@TheLostSwede if placed in 1920x1080 mode do you think this screen would still look good? since OLED is individually lit, you should be able to change back and forth between resolutions without issue right? like if i go to 4k on my 27" which native 1440p, it will have blurry text, but thats because of the backlighting array from what I understand, so that shouldn't apply to OLED
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#9
Arco
Space Lynx@TheLostSwede if placed in 1920x1080 mode do you think this screen would still look good? since OLED is individually lit, you should be able to change back and forth between resolutions without issue right? like if i go to 4k on my 27" which native 1440p, it will have blurry text, but thats because of the backlighting array from what I understand, so that shouldn't apply to OLED
Ain't that based on subpixel arrangement and sizing? Not backlight.
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#10
Space Lynx
Astronaut
bugCrap, it's 7000 series, but it's Zen3. AMD just won't Rebrandeon rest in peace :wtf:
I keep forgetting that... yeah I probably will pass on this.
ArcoAin't that based on subpixel arrangement and sizing? Not backlight.
I have no idea that is why I am asking.
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#11
thewan
P4-630CPU supports upto 64GB though.
8GB soldered onboard + one sodimm. I think Asus doesn't want to offer a 16GB soldered version. You can put more than 8gb in the other slot, but the decision for Asus to only offer a +8GB stick is probably because they don't want to deal with their customers where the possibility of issues arising from using RAM sticks of different capacities. Compatibility issues do still exist even though you use the exact same RAM speeds and all, but different capacities.
Space Lynx@TheLostSwede if placed in 1920x1080 mode do you think this screen would still look good? since OLED is individually lit, you should be able to change back and forth between resolutions without issue right? like if i go to 4k on my 27" which native 1440p, it will have blurry text, but thats because of the backlighting array from what I understand, so that shouldn't apply to OLED
No. OLED will suffer from fringing on text. Higher resolution somewhat hides/reduces this effect. Lowering would make it worse, even more so at a non native resolution. And yes non native blurring still happens on OLED. It happens on TVs, it will happen on monitors. Its just a lesser degree since the screen is smaller and the ppi is higher. Just like how some phones get away with setting a reduced resolution to save battery.
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#12
Arco
Space LynxI have no idea that is why I am asking.
Native is best. Or some ratio of native. Like 4k > 1080p.

Text is displayed on a subpixel or even a full pixel and can get messed up.

I 100% recommend Mactype if you are going for an OLED panel.
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#13
lemonadesoda
Oh no, not HDMI 1.4 port again!

So you CANNOT send your display output to a larger screen!

HDMI 1.4 port sucks and cannot drive 3K or 4K screens at an acceptable refresh rate. Even scrolling in an internet browser is all smear, slideshow and headache.
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#14
TheLostSwede
News Editor
Space Lynx@TheLostSwede if placed in 1920x1080 mode do you think this screen would still look good? since OLED is individually lit, you should be able to change back and forth between resolutions without issue right? like if i go to 4k on my 27" which native 1440p, it will have blurry text, but thats because of the backlighting array from what I understand, so that shouldn't apply to OLED
My Acer notebook has a 2880x1800 OLED display and it looks comparatively good at 1920x1200 versus none OLED displays. But it's still not as sharp as native resolution.
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#15
Count von Schwalbe
bugCrap, it's 7000 series, but it's Zen3. AMD just won't Rebrandeon rest in peace :wtf:
All processers announced this year will be 7000 series. Being a xx3x name, it will be Zen 3. xx4x is Zen 4.
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#16
TumbleGeorge
Lack of modern tech. USB...3. Where is my USB4? Lol. We are in 2023 now. USB4.0 full specs was published back in summer of 2019.
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#17
bug
TheLostSwedeMy Acer notebook has a 2880x1800 OLED display and it looks comparatively good at 1920x1200 versus none OLED displays. But it's still not as sharp as native resolution.
LCD and OLED should not be run at non-native resolutions anyway. Change font scaling, interface scaling if you need to. But don't change the resolution.
Font scaling from inside the OS is configurable, you can actually tune it to your own eyes.
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#18
Asni
The 7730U is a downgrade compared to the 6800U (lower clock, 7nm vs 6nm, smaller gpu). It doesn't make any sense.
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#19
TheLostSwede
News Editor
bugLCD and OLED should not be run at non-native resolutions anyway. Change font scaling, interface scaling if you need to. But don't change the resolution.
Font scaling from inside the OS is configurable, you can actually tune it to your own eyes.
Sorry, but why are you replying to me? I was only answering the question asked.
I run all my displays at native resolution.
AsniThe 7730U is a downgrade compared to the 6800U (lower clock, 7nm vs 6nm, smaller gpu). It doesn't make any sense.
Cheaper most likely, for budget notebooks.
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#20
TheinsanegamerN
More Rebrandeon trash.

Where's our zen 4 7000 series mobile processors with rDNA 3 graphics at?
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#21
Logoffon
TumbleGeorgeLack of modern tech. USB...3. Where is my USB4? Lol. We are in 2023 now. USB4.0 full specs was published back in summer of 2019.
How could you even forget that one USB 2 port?
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#22
bug
Count von SchwalbeAll processers announced this year will be 7000 series. Being a xx3x name, it will be Zen 3. xx4x is Zen 4.
Much less confusing than using the same scheme across the board, desktop and laptop, right? :P
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#23
Count von Schwalbe
bugMuch less confusing than using the same scheme across the board, desktop and laptop, right? :p
Better than the mess that is the 5xxxU series...
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#24
bug
Count von SchwalbeBetter than the mess that is the 5xxxU series...
What's wrong with 5xxxU series? Seems to be all Zen3, which was actually in line with desktop 5xxx.
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#25
Count von Schwalbe
bugWhat's wrong with 5xxxU series? Seems to be all Zen3, which was actually in line with desktop 5xxx.
From Notebookcheck...
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