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ASUS Vivobook 15 15.6" FHD Intel Core 3 100U 16GB DDR5 512GB SSD Blue

SKU CH-R4TJ-7H98Y

A 15.6" FHD IPS laptop with an Intel Core 3 100U 6-core processor, 16GB DDR5 5600 memory and a 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, plus Wi-Fi 6 and a 720p webcam

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core 3 Processors
  • Graphics processorIntel Graphics
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • 6-inch FHD IPS display with anti-glare coating reduces eye strain
  • Intel Core 3 100U six-core processor reaches 4.7 GHz boost for responsive performance
  • 16 GB DDR5 5600 memory handles multitasking smoothly
  • 512 GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD provides fast storage access
  • Wi-Fi 6 connectivity keeps wireless links stable

Product identity

The ASUS Vivobook 15 is a 15.6-inch laptop built around an Intel Core 3 100U processor with six cores and eight threads. It ships with 16GB of DDR5 memory at 5600 speed and a 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. The Full HD IPS panel runs at 60Hz with an anti-glare finish and 250 nits brightness. Windows 11 Home is pre-installed in a quiet blue chassis.

Who it suits and who it does not

This machine fits students and office workers who need a lightweight 14.16 x 9.15 x .7 inch device for web browsing, document editing and video calls. The 720p webcam, HDMI 1.4 output and Wi-Fi 6 handle typical remote-work setups. Buyers who want a touchscreen, a discrete graphics card or a larger storage drive should look elsewhere.

Deciding specification

The integrated Intel Graphics unit shares system memory and has no dedicated video RAM. It will run desktop applications and streamed video smoothly but cannot handle modern 3D titles or GPU-accelerated rendering workloads. If your workflow needs discrete graphics performance, this specification makes the laptop unsuitable.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Standard Laptops & Notebooks, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $403.99
Cheaper than about 69% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Higher than about 60% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Refresh frequency 60 Hz
Typical for this category: the median of 1,749 items is 60 Hz.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Product colorBlue
Design styleThin and Light
Product typeEveryday Value
Recommended useBusiness
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core 3 Processors
Processor modelIntel Core 3 100U
CPU cores6-core Processor
Processor L2 cache10 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 5600
Storage
SSD storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Refresh frequency60 Hz
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatFHD
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel Graphics
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
Sound1x Headphone/Microphone combo jack (3.5 mm)
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web camera720p HD
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11ax Wireless LAN
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
USB ports1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C
Video outputs1 x HDMI
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 1.4
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Power
Battery pack3-cell Lithium Ion
Size & build
Product weight3–3.9 lb (1.36–1.77 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
AI capabilityCopilot+ PC
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit

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Questions about this item

How do I install the OS and drivers on the ASUS Vivobook 15, and which step is often missed?

Windows 11 Home is pre-installed; after first boot, run Windows Update until no updates remain, then install the MyASUS app from the Microsoft Store to pull the remaining Intel Graphics, Wi-Fi 6 and chipset drivers that Windows Update skips.

What maintenance or replacement will the 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD need later?

The SSD has no moving parts and requires no scheduled replacement; keep at least 15% free space, enable TRIM via Windows Optimize Drives, and monitor SMART health in MyASUS — replace only if the drive reports a critical warning.

What limit appears first during sustained loads on the Intel Core 3 100U with its 45W adapter and 3-cell battery?

The 45W power supply caps combined CPU and GPU turbo to 4.7 GHz; under continuous multi-core work the 3-cell battery cannot sustain peak clocks, so the firmware throttles to the 1.2 GHz base within minutes.

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