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Consider purchasing a new Asus Latop, ZenBook, or another model in the series.

Consider purchasing a new Asus Latop, ZenBook, or another model in the series.

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Mercedes240
Junior Member
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12-21-2025, 03:55 AM
#1
Hello
A long time ago I purchased the "ASUS ZENBOOK UX501VW-DS71T 15.6"", a solid purchase.
I work as a Java/Spring developer and use both Windows and Linux (via VirtualBox).
This laptop fits my requirements well.

Note
I don’t specialize in web design; I’m okay with any additional video card that comes by default, though I favor NVidia. The amount of RAM isn’t crucial for me.
Since this is the first time buying an Asus laptop from the series, we have several choices: ProArt Studiobook, Zenbook, Vivobook.

Now that a new laptop is available, I’m looking for a good option and need advice on whether to stick with the same brand or switch.
Your experience and guidance would be greatly appreciated.

About
ProArt Studiobook seems more suited for graphic designers (please correct if wrong), so it might not be the best fit.
About Zenbook
Many models are designed for dual screens, while only a few offer single-screen setups.

About Vivobook
I’m uncertain about the key differences compared to Zenbook.

Questions
Should I stick with the Zenbook series?
What’s the top recommendation for Zenbook?
What distinguishes Zenbook from Vivobook? It’s not clear what the main purpose of Vivobook is.
Thank you in advance for your help.
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Mercedes240
12-21-2025, 03:55 AM #1

Hello
A long time ago I purchased the "ASUS ZENBOOK UX501VW-DS71T 15.6"", a solid purchase.
I work as a Java/Spring developer and use both Windows and Linux (via VirtualBox).
This laptop fits my requirements well.

Note
I don’t specialize in web design; I’m okay with any additional video card that comes by default, though I favor NVidia. The amount of RAM isn’t crucial for me.
Since this is the first time buying an Asus laptop from the series, we have several choices: ProArt Studiobook, Zenbook, Vivobook.

Now that a new laptop is available, I’m looking for a good option and need advice on whether to stick with the same brand or switch.
Your experience and guidance would be greatly appreciated.

About
ProArt Studiobook seems more suited for graphic designers (please correct if wrong), so it might not be the best fit.
About Zenbook
Many models are designed for dual screens, while only a few offer single-screen setups.

About Vivobook
I’m uncertain about the key differences compared to Zenbook.

Questions
Should I stick with the Zenbook series?
What’s the top recommendation for Zenbook?
What distinguishes Zenbook from Vivobook? It’s not clear what the main purpose of Vivobook is.
Thank you in advance for your help.

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Pedroquinha58
Junior Member
16
12-21-2025, 03:55 AM
#2
At the same cost, you could purchase a Lenovo with marginally improved capabilities.
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Pedroquinha58
12-21-2025, 03:55 AM #2

At the same cost, you could purchase a Lenovo with marginally improved capabilities.

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Damien1019
Member
185
12-21-2025, 03:55 AM
#3
Thank you for the feedback, here are your questions rephrased:
What makes Asus preferable to Lenovo (remembering it was formerly IBM)?
What is your top suggestion regarding Lenovo (Series and Models)?
Appreciate the input.
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Damien1019
12-21-2025, 03:55 AM #3

Thank you for the feedback, here are your questions rephrased:
What makes Asus preferable to Lenovo (remembering it was formerly IBM)?
What is your top suggestion regarding Lenovo (Series and Models)?
Appreciate the input.

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BellaMaria88
Member
192
12-21-2025, 03:55 AM
#4
Lenovo was once part of IBM, and the construction quality is excellent. May I inquire about your location and budget?
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BellaMaria88
12-21-2025, 03:55 AM #4

Lenovo was once part of IBM, and the construction quality is excellent. May I inquire about your location and budget?

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DanTDM78
Junior Member
28
12-21-2025, 03:55 AM
#5
A relative in my family can handle the purchase in the USA and deliver the machine. The budget is approximately 2000.00. Thank you for your advice.
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DanTDM78
12-21-2025, 03:55 AM #5

A relative in my family can handle the purchase in the USA and deliver the machine. The budget is approximately 2000.00. Thank you for your advice.

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CyberPim
Member
221
12-21-2025, 03:55 AM
#6
If the buyer is US based, I would suggest this laptop brand as well.
https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/gaming-l...re-laptops
Given your budget, I believe a gaming laptop from the Alienware brand is an excellent option.
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CyberPim
12-21-2025, 03:55 AM #6

If the buyer is US based, I would suggest this laptop brand as well.
https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/gaming-l...re-laptops
Given your budget, I believe a gaming laptop from the Alienware brand is an excellent option.

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Clumsy_Oar124
Junior Member
24
12-21-2025, 03:56 AM
#7
Which Lenovo laptop are you talking about?
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Clumsy_Oar124
12-21-2025, 03:56 AM #7

Which Lenovo laptop are you talking about?

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WalexFalex
Junior Member
16
12-21-2025, 03:56 AM
#8
Sorry for the delayed response, I considered this Lenovo model for a long time:
https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/p/laptops/t...20tns0aw00
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WalexFalex
12-21-2025, 03:56 AM #8

Sorry for the delayed response, I considered this Lenovo model for a long time:
https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/p/laptops/t...20tns0aw00

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MrFenrir
Junior Member
9
12-21-2025, 03:56 AM
#9
Thank you for your responses. I recall the laptop will be used for development tasks with Java/Spring and VirtualBox for Linux. The shared Lenovo model looks promising.
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MrFenrir
12-21-2025, 03:56 AM #9

Thank you for your responses. I recall the laptop will be used for development tasks with Java/Spring and VirtualBox for Linux. The shared Lenovo model looks promising.

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Nejc007
Senior Member
707
12-21-2025, 03:56 AM
#10
Oh no, it's currently unavailable!
I checked last time it was in stock.
🙁
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Nejc007
12-21-2025, 03:56 AM #10

Oh no, it's currently unavailable!
I checked last time it was in stock.
🙁

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