Asus X550VQ Review – Asus X series for e-Sport Gamers

Asus X550VQ Review – This notebook is actually the 550VX version which is circumcised on the CPU and GPU side. Obviously, this product is targeting the segment of users who don’t need GTX graphics performance and also the multicore processing capabilities offered by Intel Core i7 through its hyperthreading. With a price of 9.3 million rupiah, let’s see what you get with a price gap of almost 20% cheaper than its brother, Asus X550VX.

Asus X550VQ Specifications and Prices

Display : 15.6 HD 16:9 (1366×768)
Processor: Intel Core i5 6300HQ
Memory : 4GB DDR4
Hard Disk : 1 TB SATA (5400 rpm)
Graphics : NVIDIA GeForce 940MX , with GDDR5, 2GB VRAM
Optical Drive : DVD/RW SuperMulti
Operating system : DOS
Webcam : HD Web Camera
Audio : Integrated
Networking : WirelessLAN 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, Ethernet LAN
Keyboard : Standard Keyboard
Interface:
1 x Combo Audio Jack
1 x VGA Port/ Mini D-Sub 15-pin for external monitor
1 x USB 3.0 port(s)
2 x USB 2.0 port(s)
1 x RJ45 Lan Jack for LAN Insert
1 x HDMI
Battery : 4-cell Li-ion Polymer 2950mAh
Dimensions (PTL) : 38.0×25.1×2.92~3.17cm
Heavy : 2.45Kg
warranty : 2 year limited warranty by Asus Indonesia

Design, Build Quality and Handling

The Asus X550VQ Review Unit that entered Indonesia and we are reviewing it uses the same barebones as the Asus X550VX brother, even down to its flagship abstract tattoo. Likewise the placement of the exhaust and the arrangement of ports on the left and right. Oh yes, this Asus X550VQ review unit still uses a single fan. It should be capable of taming an i5 Quad core and Geforce 940MX. For a 9 million laptop, don’t expect a plate here, you will definitely get it plastic everywhere. But Asus has a good commitment in terms of finishing. Compared to other brands, Asus best understands how to cover deficiencies in build quality points.

Also read: Asus X550VX Review – A More Perfect Second Generation

Dimensions of 380mm in length, 251mm in width and a thickness of 31.7mm are mostly identical to its big brother the VX. Likewise, its weight is at 2.45KG including a 3 Cell battery with a maximum power of 45Wh. The bottom is sand-doff textured, which is very good at minimizing slippery when carrying.

Ports, Connectivity and Upgrade Options

For a laptop, call it a multimedia class, also with 15.6-inch dimensions, the port range should be more complete than a 14-inch laptop worth 5 million. The coolest is only a USB 3.1 type-c port. There must be a reason why the X series is left “standard”. Wifi too, must be satisfied with the standard b / g / n. The upgrade option points are also still the same as the previous X series. The main RAM that is planted is dead leaving only 1 RAM slot, and the absence of an M.2 slot for the dual-storage option, hints that this laptop is not for enthusiast users.

Performance, Temperature and Power Consumption

Intel core i5 6300HQ is classified as a rare species, especially in laptop products circulating in Indonesia. Rare because it can be said to be an Intel mobile processor from the first i5 to offer 4 cores or Quad cores. In the laws of physics, its performance can certainly match the Intel core i7. But the Hyperthreading feature, which is removed from it, certainly has a significant effect. For the performance of both, making the Asus X550VQ in a position 25% below his brother Asus X550VX and equivalent to the X550IU

For temperature, as in the past, Asus X series products can still be pulled out for full load work for a fairly long duration, even though the cooling system is only a single fan. The temperature test above the workstation surface got the highest value at 32’C in two areas, namely the bottom of the LCD and the right side of the touchpad. This figure is still far from being roasted. These two components are classified as medium class which consumes no more than 80 watts of power. When we try it, it’s true. The average power consumption is only 70 to 72 watts.

Also read: Asus X550IU-BX001D Review Part 1 – Design, Specifications, Display Panel and Upgrade Options

Conclusion

As pemmzchannel often reminds us, when it comes to specifications, of course we talk about needs. Intel core i5 quad core without hyperthreading is suitable for moderate multitasking needs such as streaming movies while browsing with 2 browsers at once, and a little light editing. Meanwhile, the Nvidia Geforce 940MX GDDR5 is actually not a graphics chip for performing well in triple-A games. That’s why, it still survives at HD resolution (720p). This chip is more suitable for e-sports players and casual gaming. For premiere editing, it’s OK, with a note, it will be maximized with an SSD and dual channel RAM.

Minimal upgrade options, not always bad. This type of product is made for those of you who prefer the default product and don’t like to tinker with “offals”. Due to its own default performance, it is OK for most needs. Asus X550VQ is a 15.6-inch Multimedia laptop with the best core i5 quad core performance in the pemmz.com catalog.

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