TLDR Review: ASUS Vivobook Touch Flip S 16 (Renewed)
Pros
- •The laptop’s design is neat, appealing, and versatile thanks to a 18egree hinge that lets you flip it into various positions, including tucking the keyboard underneath for ergonomic use with external peripherals.
- •The 1nch WUXGA display is beautiful, vivid, and rivals higher-end devices like MacBooks in screen quality.
- •The integrated fingerprint scanner in the power button adds a nice layer of security and convenience.
- •Asus’s bundled software is appreciated for being genuinely useful rather than just bloatware.
- •Performance is smooth and reliable with the Intel 1ore i5-1335u processor, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD working well together.
- •The original charger is included, and the laptop appears to be in excellent condition overall with no major aesthetic flaws.
- •The touchscreen functionality and n-1 convertible form factor make this device versatile for various use cases.
Cons
- •The battery situation is a glaring problem: the laptop only works when plugged in, indicating no functioning battery installed despite customer service claims. This seriously limits portability.
- •The numerical keypad on the right side feels cramped and less comfortable to use.
- •Some users noticed minor cosmetic issues like a small dent on the cover, reflecting its refurbished condition.
- •The case material easily attracts fingerprints, though it cleans up quickly.
- •The excluded pen, which should have been included, detracts from the n-1 experience if you want stylus input.
Bottom Line
If you need a solid, visually impressive 2-in-1 convertible laptop with capable performance—and don’t mind using it mostly plugged in—this ASUS Vivobook Touch Flip S 16 is worth considering. However, the lack of a functioning battery in this renewed unit is a major drawback for anyone seeking true mobility. If battery life is critical for your usage, you might want to explore other options or push for a unit with confirmed battery health before buying.
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