ASUS A53SV-XE1 15.6-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop - Black

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ASUS A53SV-XE1 15.6-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop - Black

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Rating: 4.5 (18 customer reviewers)

Price : $729.99 (From $899.99)

ASUS A53SV-XE1 15.6-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop - Black

ASUS A53SV-XE1 15.6-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop - Black
4.5 out of 5 from 18 user reviews.

Technical Details

Intel Core i7-2630QM (2.0 GHz with Turboboost up to 2.93GHz); NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M 1GB DDR3 VRAM
6GB of DDR3 1333MHz DRAM, 2 slots, 8GB Max;640GB Hard Drive (5400 RPM);Super Multi DVD Drive
Windows 7 Home Premium (64 bit) Operating System;5-in-1 Card Reader (SD/MMC/MS/MS PRO/SDHC)
15.6-Inch HD Display (1366x768);0.3MP Webcam;HDMI and VGA Port;Wireless 802.11bgn;3 USB 2.0 Ports
1 Year Accidental Damage Protection and 1 Year Standard Global Warranty Included

Product Description of ASUS A53SV-XE1 15.6-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop - Black

15.6" HD (1366 x768) / Intel Core i7-2630M / 6G DDR3 / 640G 5400 HDD / Super Multi ODD / W7HP (64bit) / 802.11BGN / 5-in-1 Card Reader / 3x USB 2.0 / 0.3M Pixel / 6-cell battery / HDMI and VGA out / 1yr Warranty / 1yr Accidental Damage Protection

Amazon.com Product Description

Not Just another Pretty Face
Smart, Reliable & Efficient

Powered by the 2^nd Generation Intel^® Core^™ i7-2630QM processor the 15.6-inch A53Sv-XE1notebook offers an expressive combination of technology and style. Along with a compact style, the A53Sv-XE1takes you further with ASUS Power4Gear that lets you instantly select from a host of preset power profiles for high performance or battery savings. ASUS Palm-Proof technology enhances the multi-touch trackpad by ensuring the cursor doesn't accidentally reposition if your palm unintentionally grazes the trackpad when typing. The hairline brushed aluminum on the palm rest area also helps maintain a low temperature on the keyboard and palm rest area for comfortable computing even after the longest sessions. Its brilliant 15.6-inch HD display lets you indulge with clear visuals and HD cinema.

The A53Sv-XE1 also boasts a smudge-resistant palm rest, 6GB DDR3 system memory, 0.3 megapixel webcam, 640GB hard drive, high-speed wireless N connectivity, and Windows 7 Home Premium.

Key Features

2^nd generation Intel Core i7-2630QM processor with Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology for smart multitasking that automatically senses what you're doing and boosts performance (Learn more)
NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M graphics with 1GB DDR3 VRAM and NVIDIA Optimus Technology delivers fast performance for Full HD playback and gaming and switches to Intel HD graphics to save battery for less intensive tasks
ASUS Infusion technology for eye-catching style and scratch-resistant protection (Learn more)
15.6-inch HD display for clear, crisp high-definition visuals
Altec Lansing speakers enhanced with SRS Premium Sound produce crisp, clear audio reproduction
Multi-touch trackpad with ASUS Palm-Proof technology lets you intuitively navigate through web pages, documents, and pictures while helping to prevent typing errors (Learn more)
ASUS IceCool Technololgy makes your PC experience cool and comfortable even during the longest computing sessions (Learn more)

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Reliable Multitasking Performance

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The A53Sv-XE1 is powered by the 2^nd Generation Intel^® Core^™ i7-2630QM Processor, optimized for notebook use with awesome computing power – in particular, the new mobile Intel^® CPU enhances multitasking, so you can get more done at the same time, more smoothly. ASUS Power4Gear is an assortment of power profiles selectable via the Power4Gear hotkey above the keyboard that optimizes the system for your task at hand—giving the most performance or maximizing battery life. Built on next-generation "Fermi" architecture, NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M graphics are designed from the ground up for top-notch DirectX 11 gaming and GPU-accelerated tasks like HD video editing. And like a hybrid car seamlessly switches between gas and electric, NVIDIA Optimus Technology intelligently detects and switches between discrete NVIDIA and energy efficient Intel HD graphics based on the task at hand.

Comfort and Control Included

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The A53Sv-XE1 has an array of built-in features that are specialized for ease of use. It features a IF Award-winning ergonomic chiclet keyboard with numeric keypad and multi-touch trackpad to effortlessly type documents or navigate through your mobile world. The A53Sv-XE1 also has a spacious palm rest with ASUS Palm-Proof Technology so the trackpad intelligently distinguishes between your palm and finger to prevent errors for a worry-free typing experience.

Plus, ASUS IceCool Technololgy makes your PC experience cool and comfortable even during the longest computing sessions. Exclusive dual-sided motherboard design places hot components on the underside and away from users. Combined with heat pipes and vents, palm rests and typing surfaces stay cooler.

Head-turning Style and Convenient Portability

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Compact and light, the A53Sv-XE1 shows off a new streamlined design with ASUS Infusion Technology to give this notebook a scratch-resistant coat with eye-catching style. Opening this mobile wonder, you will notice an elegant and highly durable premium aluminum texture around the keyboard.

The A53Sv-XE1 also comes with the ASUS Power4Gear utility that controls the fans noise level so you can relax with a virtually silent computing experience anywhere you go.

Relax, ASUS Has You Covered

Ranked as the #1 most reliable PC brand by 3 independent sources¹, readers and editors alike choose ASUS as their trusted notebook and netbook. ASUS tirelessly strives to exceed expectations of quality to ensure you an unmatched peace of mind every time you start your PC.

This notebook is also backed by the industry's most comprehensive warranty.

1 Year ASUS Global Warranty²

Offers a level of coverage that would add hundreds of dollars to the price of competing laptops:

1 year global warranty
30 day Flawless Display Guarantee
2-way free standard shipping
24/7 tech support

1 Year Accidental Damage Warranty (ADW)²

Whether your notebook is damaged by accidental spills, drops, electrical surges, or fire, ASUS will fix it or replace it for you during the first year after purchase.

Covers accidental drops, spills, power surges, and fire damage
Target 3 business day turnaround time for repair / replacement; not including receiving and shipping time
1-way shipping (from ASUS to the user) at no additional cost
24/7 toll-free phone support

What's in the Box

A53SV-XE1
AC Adapter
6 cell Battery Pack
Warranty Information Card

Specifications

Operating System: Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
Display: 15.6-inch HD display (1366 x 768)
Processor: 2^nd generation Intel Core i7-2630QM processor (2.0 GHz with Turbo Boost 2.0 up to 2.9 GHz)
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M graphics with 1GB DDR3 VRAM and NVIDIA Optimus Technology
Wireless: 802.11 b/g/n (@ 2.4GHz)
LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
Memory: 6GB DDR3-800 SDRAM, 2 x SODIMM Sockets (up to 8GB)
Storage: 640GB 5400RPM hard drive
Optical Drive: Super Multi DVD drive
Camera: 0.3 megapixel
Speakers: Altec Lansing speakers
Microphone: Microphone
Card Reader: 5-in-1 card reader (SD+MMC+MS+MS PRO SDHC(SD 2.0)
Input / Output: 1 x Mic-in, 1 x Headphone-out, 1 x VGA port/Mini D-Sub 15-pin for external monitor, 1 x RJ-45 LAN, 3 x USB 2.0 ports, 1 X HDMI
Battery: 6 cell
Dimensions: 15.2 x 10.2 x 1.4 –inches (W x D x H)
Weight: 5.72lbs (with 6 cell battery)
Color: Black

© 2011 ASUS Computer International. All Rights Reserved. ASUS is a registered trademark of ASUSTeK Computer. All specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers on selected models. Products may not be available in all markets. Product may not be exactly as shown in photos.

¹Rated number 1 Windows-based PC maker in PCMag.com's Service & Reliability Report 2010. Rated 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/ ). Rated number 1 reliable PC maker in Q2 2010's RESCUECOM report http://www.rescuecom.com/2010-2nd-Quarter-Computer-Reliability-Report.html
²ASUS reserves the right to exclude certain SKUs; check with your retailer to confirm coverage of specific models. Valid for notebooks purchased in the US and Canada only. Certain retailers do not participate in ADW coverage. For complete details, please visit: usa.asus.com/event/ASUS360 and adw.asus.com/.

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Review of ASUS A53SV-XE1 15.6-Inch Versatile Entertainment Laptop - Black

Customer Reviews

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34 of 34 people found the following review helpful.

A Great Quality Laptop

By Michael

If you're looking at this laptop, you're probably searching for the same kind of laptop I was: a powerful, attractive, quality laptop that doesn't break the bank. I'm happy to say the Asus A53sv-xe1 meets these expectations nicely.

Design is top notch. The A53 is attractive without looking garish. The black lid has a faint, nice looking interlocking cell kind of pattern on it. If that's not your thing the design is faint enough that it probably won't bother you too much. The lid feels nice and sturdy, pushing on it does not seem to affect the screen. The chiclet keyboard feels comfortable, typing is a breeze. The keys push down with a satisfying feel. Controls in games feel smooth. The touchpad seems decent and I don't mind using it but I prefer a real mouse. The entire keyboard area is built with aluminum, much like the Macbook Pro and looks/feels very nice. Nice quality. The A53 also feels pretty light, and it's a breeze to carry it around.

Processing and graphics performance is excellent, as can be expected with a Sandy Bridge i7 processor, 6 gigs of DDR3 RAM, and an NVIDIA 540m with Optimus. The i7 handles most processing tasks with impunity. Games-wise, the A53 runs Crysis 2, Empire: Total War, and Battlefield: Bad Company 2 smoothly at medium graphics settings (High for Crysis2). While playing, the fan noise is noticeable, but not annoyingly loud. The aluminum hand rest area felt quite cool while playing. The heat management techniques that Asus uses seem to be pretty effective. The hard drive is what holds the A53 back. The difference in speed between its 5400 RPM HDD and a 7200 RPM HDD is noticable, and performance suffers.

Battery life is decent but not exceptional. You can expect around 4 hours of battery life of normal laptop use. A small positive is that in my experience Asus laptops tend to have large power bricks, the A53 has a nice sized one.

The speakers seem to be pretty good, which is kind of unusual for a laptop in my experience. Nice and loud.

One negative of this laptop is that it comes with a considerable amount of bloatware. If this bothers you you will need to spend some time uninstalling all of it, and may need to download some drivers from Asus's website to get some laptop functions working again if you do.

In conclusion I have to say the Asus A53 is an excellent laptop for its price. In my opinion its positives of excellent design, performance, and price far outweigh its negatives of bloatware and 5400 rpm hdd. Asus once again proves it's one of the top brands in the business. However, those who might prefer a faster harddrive and more ports, including a USB 3.0 port, may want to consider the Asus N53sv-xe1 for around 90 dollars more.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful.

Awesome Laptop for the Price

By Matthew K. Morgan

I recently purchased one of these laptops when I stumbled on it here at Amazon. I was very much attracted by the price but was a little wary - this was one of very few laptops with an Intel Core i7 CPU in its price range so I was unsure what compromise might have been made to drive down the price. After working with it and really getting to know it, I can say there were few compromises made - this is an all-around awesome laptop at a really, really good price (as I write, $799). There are a couple of minor things I personally would change but these come down to preference.

I will start with something that no one else online seems to mention when describing this laptop - the screen. From reading the specifications to digging around on the manufacturer's website I could find precious little regarding the screen beyond the dimensions. It's the glossy type, so please keep this in mind when shopping for a laptop. Some people prefer a matte finish on the screen to cut down on reflections so if a glossy screen is a problem then this laptop might not work for you. Personally, I like the glossy type of screen as it's easy to clean and since I work in a darker room most of the time I do not have issues with reflections. This laptop's screen is also very bright and clear, brighter than that of my Sony Vaio.

Another very interesting feature of this laptop is the keyboard. It has a full number pad on the right side, slightly separated from the main keys. I like that. It also happens to be the chicklet-style keyboard which in my experience has been better at keeping stuff from getting in the keyboard.

I made one unfortunate discovery when setting up this laptop - the power plugs into the middle of the left side of the case. That's a very awkward place for the power to be plugged in. What makes this particularly unfortunate is that the plug sits directly next to the output air vent where heat from the CPU dissipates. When not relying exclusively on the battery, make sure you move the cord in such a way to avoid that vent.

This laptop has three USB ports, all of which are on the sides and close to the front. This may cause some issues, as both left- and right-handed users may struggle with external pointing devices when using this system. If using an external monitor this may be of no consequence but it's important to keep in mind.

To my great joy, it is possible to turn the touch pad off completely. I dislike touch pads and on the occasions where I have to use the built-in keyboard I don't want to accidentally click on something or move the mouse pointer.

One final thing I would have preferred to see when it comes to the hardware - a lid latch. I do move my laptop a lot and I would have liked a locking lid. That's purely a personal preference thing.

My very first exercise with this system was to make restore media. This process was lengthy, taking about 2 hours and resulting in 4 single-layer DVDs. I then made a second set of restore media - something that some manufacturers expressly prevent users from doing. Once that was done I took a little time to explore the OS.

The "Windows Experience" numbers reveal a lot about this system. As expected, the Aero graphics are the slow point, but still the number sits around 5.1. This is driven by the Intel graphics chipset and reflects the kind of usage that would occur under light-duty such as word processing or generating email. The gaming graphics, powered by the NVidia card posted much more respectable numbers. The second slowest number was for the hard drive, and considering that Asus puts a 5400rpm drive in these units this is not too shocking. It is easy enough to put a faster/bigger drive in, so I am not terribly concerned with this.

There's a fair amount of vendor add-on software, most of which I am not likely to use. I was especially dismayed to see Trend Micro's security solution on there, a packages I personally dislike and will not use. Fortunately, stripping off all of the unwanted fluff is easy enough, but it represents a minor inconvenience.

After contenting myself with the Windows side of things, I completely wiped the hard drive and loaded up Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6. RHEL 6 is what I planned to run when I purchased this laptop anyway and it is where I can truly explore the system in detail.

The Linux kernel reports eight cores as expected. Since the Core i7 is a hyperthreading quad-core, this is exactly what I hoped to see. It also reports the full 6GB of RAM.

Boot-up time from pressing the power button to getting the log-in screen (under Linux using GNOME as a window manager) is less than 30 seconds. This is by far the fastest machine with which I have ever worked. Times would be even faster if the hard drive was a 7200rpm or an SDD-type, but it's plenty fast enough to please me.

Overall, I am delighted with this laptop. It has a lot to offer for such a modest price and it definitely delivers on its promises. There are a few minor design issues that may or may not matter when using this system, but considering how much machine you get for the price it's hard to pass up in spite of a few minor complaints. This is a great system, worth more than the asking price.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful.

best 799 i've spent on a laptop!

By Chris

I was looking for a laptop that was a decent all around unit. I started searching online for the best price for decent laptop parts, size, cpu, gpu etc. i was leaning towards the gaming side since having a built gaming laptop would practically give edge over the standard laptops. of course laptops are not meant for gaming unless you've got $1000-3000+ to spend, which was way over my budget. i didn't want a gaming laptop but i do want a laptop that can run some games if needed on medium level graphics. and so i was online searching for laptops, laptop deals, reading reviews etc. i ended up here on amazon looking at the a53sv-xe2 which had the i5 processor. i was amazed at what specs included in that laptop, for a low price too. it was like my search was over but i wasn't content with the intel i5. i scrolled down and found a53sv-xe1 and behold a quad core i7. it was perfect.

I tried some games on this laptop and i was able to play CoD (mw2,bo,4), CCS, Fear2, left for dead, crysis...it works, you might not want to set the games on high but you can tweak the settings to get potential playable fps (fames per sec). this is not a gaming laptop but yes you can play games on it. make sure you update ur drives first at asus website though.

over all, this laptops fast (excluding the 5400rpm hard drive which is very affordable to replace)

Cons:

hard drive only 5400rpm,

no 3.0 usb drive,

no blue ray (which you don't really need unless you don't know how to watch online ;D),

the ac power adapter cord slot is in the left mid section of the laptop instead of the back of the laptop but it doesn't bother me,

the keyboard does not light up so it's hard to see in dark areas while you type (not a problem for me),

and of course bloatware (but it's expected in all pc/laptop products)

bottom line is that this laptop rocks. more bang for your buck! cheers!

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