ASUS VIVOBOOK GO 15.6" RYZEN 5 40 E1504FA-BQ2961W

16GB RAM 512GB SSD

Product Description

The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA-BQ2961W) is a light and compact entry-level laptop designed for everyday productivity. This specific variant is often listed with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD, providing a smoother multitasking experience compared to base 8GB models. 

Key Features

Key Design & Durability

• Military-Grade Toughness: Engineered to meet the strict US MIL-STD-810H military standard, it has undergone 26 punishing tests for shocks, vibrations, and extreme temperatures.
• 180° Lay-Flat Hinge: A precision-engineered hinge allows the screen to be pushed all the way back, making it easy to share content or collaborate with others on a desk.
• Ultra-Portable Chassis: Designed for life on the go, it is just 17.9 mm thin and weighs only 1.63 kg. 

Smart Functionality

• Physical Webcam Shield: An integrated privacy shutter slides over the 720p HD camera to provide instant security from prying eyes.
• ErgoSense Keyboard: Features a full-size 19.05 mm key pitch and 1.4 mm key travel, designed for a comfortable, desktop-like typing experience.
• AI Noise Cancellation: Uses machine learning to isolate unwanted background noise from human speech, ensuring clear audio during video conference calls. 

Performance & Battery

• Fast Charging: The laptop can charge from low to 60% in roughly 49 minutes via DC-in, helping you get back to work quickly.
• ASUS WiFi Master: Incorporates WiFi 6E technology to provide fast, stable wireless connections with significantly lower latency.
• Powerful Audio: Equipped with ASUS SonicMaster and DTS Audio Processing for enhanced volume and crystal-clear sound. 

Core Technical Specifications

• Processor: AMD Ryzen™ 5 7520U (4-core/8-thread, up to 4.3 GHz boost).
• Graphics: Integrated AMD Radeon™ Graphics.
• Memory: 16GB LPDDR5 (onboard, non-upgradable).
• Storage: 512GB M.2 NVMe™ PCIe® 3.0 SSD.
• Display: 15.6-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080), LED-backlit, 60Hz, 250 nits brightness, anti-glare.
• Operating System: Windows 11 Home. 

Design & Connectivity

• Dimensions: 36.03 x 23.25 x 1.79 cm.
• Weight: Approximately 1.63 kg (3.59 lbs).
• Battery: 42WHrs, 3-cell Li-ion with 45W AC adapter.
• Ports:
  1x USB-C® 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
  1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
  1x USB 2.0 Type-A
  1x HDMI 1.4
  1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack.
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) and Bluetooth® 5.3. 

Additional Hardware

• Webcam: 720p HD camera with a physical privacy shutter.
• Keyboard: Backlit Chiclet keyboard with a numeric keypad and 1.4mm key travel.
• Durability: Certified to US MIL-STD-810H military-grade standards.

Best for:

• Education & Study: Excellent for students due to its lightweight build (1.63 kg) and military-grade durability, which can withstand being carried in a backpack daily. It easily handles research, writing, and online classes via Zoom or Google Meet.
• General Office Work: Ideal for "household admin," remote work, and managing moderate spreadsheets or large documents.
• Media Consumption: A solid choice for streaming Netflix or YouTube, especially as the 16GB of RAM allows for keeping many browser tabs open without significant lag.
• Light Content Creation: Capable of basic photo editing or simple social media graphic design, though it is not intended for professional-level video rendering.