Walmart has
Asus Vivobook Laptop (F1605VA) on sale for
$399.
Shipping is free.
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captainguy for finding this deal.
Specs:- Intel Core i7-1355U 10 cores, 12 Threads (1.7 GHz Base / 5.0 GHz Boost) Processor
- 16" WUXGA (1920 x 1200) 16:10 aspect ratio, 60Hz refresh rate, 300nits, 45% NTSC color gamut Display
- 16GB DDR4 RAM
- 512GB M.2 NVMe PCIe Solid State Drive
- Expansion Slots (includes used):
- 1x DDR4 SO-DIMM slot
- 1x M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0x4
- Intel Iris Xᵉ Graphics
- Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) (Triple band) 1*1 + Bluetooth 5.3 Wireless Card
- Backlit Chiclet Keyboard
- Windows 11 Home
- Ports:
- 1x USB 2.0 Type-A
- 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C support power delivery
- 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
- 1x HDMI 1.4
- 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
- 1x DC-in
Top Comments
Walmart: 16" 1920 x 1200 - Costco: 15.6" 1920 x 1080
I think the Walmart one is better.
Community Reviews
This Vivobook 16 stands out as a lightweight 16 inch Windows laptop with a 1920 by 1200 display, 300 nit brightness, USB charging, and a 42 watt hour battery. The 3.75 pound weight and Intel Core i7, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD make it look well balanced for everyday use. Compared with a Costco version, the Walmart model is described as having the larger screen and brighter panel, while Costco offers a 1TB SSD, touchscreen, and longer return and warranty coverage. The USB C port appears to support charging but not DisplayPort, and the price has also shown higher than the deal tag.
Common Questions (5)
This Walmart model has a 16-inch 1920x1200 display, 300 nits brightness, and a 512GB SSD, while the Costco version is described as 15.6-inch 1920x1080 with a 250 nits touchscreen and 1TB SSD. Costco also includes a 2-year warranty and is reported to have 2x8GB memory.
The USB-C port supports power delivery, but it does not support DisplayPort, so USB-C video out does not appear to work. For an external monitor, use the HDMI port instead.
The laptop is reported to have 8GB onboard plus 8GB DDR4, and ASUS documentation for the model lists up to 24GB. That means a 24GB upgrade can be done with a compatible SODIMM.
No SD card reader is listed, so it appears to ship without one. That matters most if you want to leave an SD card installed for frequent file transfers or booting Linux directly from the card.
This Walmart model appears to be non-touch. The Costco alternative is reported to include a touchscreen and a 2-year warranty.
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I'm sharing this just for people to have options. Some might prefer larger SSD and others may want 16" screen.
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Is this now becoming a standard that manufacturers no longer include an SD card reader?
It's one feature I'd really like...would welcome comments from some experts. Looking at many of the BF deals, and I'm surprised that many do not offer a card reader.
Thanks!
Is this now becoming a standard that manufacturers no longer include an SD card reader?
It's one feature I'd really like...would welcome comments from some experts. Looking at many of the BF deals, and I'm surprised that many do not offer a card reader.
Thanks!
Do you need to use them on the laptop constantly, or very often?
I've never needed to use one on my laptops. Some have one built in, and some don't. I have one to plug into my PC that I think costs $5-$10. Mostly micro-SD format on the ones that have it built in now.
Are you a professional photographer who works in the field and needs one constantly, and hate to have an accessory sticking out? Then it might be a deal breaker for you. You would be in the rare minority for whom it matters that much.
Something I need and you cannot swap out easily and cheaply is a backlit keyboard. That is one example of what I call a deal breaker. I use mine in darker areas.
Do you need to use them on the laptop constantly, or very often?
I've never needed to use one on my laptops. Some have one built in, and some don't. I have one to plug into my PC that I think costs $5-$10. Mostly micro-SD format on the ones that have it built in now.
Are you a professional photographer who works in the field and needs one constantly, and hate to have an accessory sticking out? Then it might be a deal breaker for you. You would be in the rare minority for whom it matters that much.
Something I need and you cannot swap out easily and cheaply is a backlit keyboard. That is one example of what I call a deal breaker. I use mine in darker areas.
Screen: For a laptop, A 16" 300 nits non-touch over a 15.6" 250 nits touch is a no-brainer.
SSD: 512GB vs. 1TB - Daughter will never need the additional space for high school. Otherwise, easy enough to upgrade.
Screen: For a laptop, A 16" 300 nits non-touch over a 15.6" 250 nits touch is a no-brainer.
SSD: 512GB vs. 1TB - Daughter will never need the additional space for high school. Otherwise, easy enough to upgrade.
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Yep. I have a few SODIMMs laying around... Planning to do just that (upgrade to 24 GB). Don't trust Walmart's nomenclature.
Edit: Delivered FREE within 14 hours of ordering (not via Walmart+).
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