Other / March 22, 2021

Should you buy Asus x550ca-db31 on a budget?

Laptop shoppers on a budget may think of HP or Dell first, but they should also take a good look at ASUS’ $449 ASUS X550CA-DB31. This 15-inch notebook features an Intel Core i3 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive in an attractive chassis with above-average audio.

What kind of processor does the Dell x550ca have?

This 15-inch notebook features an Intel Core i3 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive in an attractive chassis with above-average audio. As with any value-priced system, there are some trade-offs involved, but overall, the X550CA is a good deal.

Does the Asus x550ca have a touch screen?

Viewing angles on the ASUS were quite limited; images started washing out at anything greater than 60 degrees to either side. As expected at such a low price, the X550CA doesn’t come with a touch screen. And while we understand why, it still feels odd to have a Windows 8 machine without touch input.

What are the differences between Lenovo g580 and Asus x550ca laptops?

The Lenovo G580 measures 14.8 x 9.6 x 0.68 inches and also weighs 5.2 pounds. Click to Enlarge Packing a 15.6-inch 1366 x 768 anti-glare display, the ASUS X550CA’s image quality was passable.

Is the Asus x550ca a good laptop?

With an attractive design, strong audio and a low price, the ASUS X550CA is a solid sub-$500 notebook. However, you have to be willing to live with a few compromises, such as limited viewing angles and mediocre battery life. At this price, we prefer the HP Pavilion g6t because of its brighter screen and longer endurance.

Where is the USB port on the Asus Asus x550ca?

ASUS equipped this notebook with a single USB 3.0 port and a single USB 2.0 port, both of which are on the laptop’s left side. The left side is also home to HDMI, VGA and Ethernet ports, as well as a combination headphone/ microphone jack. On the right side is the X550CA’s DVD drive and Kensington lock slot.

What is the difference between the Asus x550ca and UX31A?

Click to Enlarge Like its more expensive UX31A Ultrabook, the X550CA sports an attractive lid patterned with a series of concentric circles radiating out from a chrome ASUS logo in the middle. Unlike the UX31A, though, the X550CA’s lid is made of plastic.