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ASUS ZenBook UX303UB i7 13.3" FHD 256GB SSD $1320 (with CTECHIE) @ Futu Online (eBay Group Deal)

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ASUS ZenBook UX303UB i7 13.3" FHD 256GB SSD $1320 (with CTECHIE) @ Futu Online (eBay Group Deal)
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ronnknee on 09/03/2016 - 13:38 groupbuy.ebay.com.au (2367 clicks)
Last edited 10/03/2016 - 10:44 by 1 other user
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Futu Online's price is $1650 (yesterday, it was $1799). Apply the CTECHIE coupon code to get 20% off which makes it $1320. Don't forget Cashrewards or Shopandmint for extra cashback (1.25% and 2% respectively)!

Very decent ultrabook at a great price. I have the older ASUS UX31 (2012) model and it has been going great for the past 3+ years.

Feature Specification
Operating System Windows 10 64 Bit
Processor Intel Core i7-6500U Processor (3M Cache, up to 3.10 GHz)
Chipset Integrated Intel CPU
Memory 8GB DDR3L 1600 MHz RAM
Storage 256GB SSD
Screen Size 13.3" Full HD 1920x1080 Touch
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce 940M with 2GB DDR3 VRAM
Network Wireless 802.11ac
Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base T
Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.0
Optical Drive N/A
Audio Built-in Speakers And Array Microphone Bang & Olufsen ICEpower SonicMaster
Ports 3 x USB 3.0 ports
1 x HDMI
1 x mini Display Port
1 x Microphone
1 x COMBO audio jack
Card Reader 2-in-1 card reader (SD/SDHC)
Webcam HD Web Camera
Battery 3 Cell 50WH
Weight 1.45 kg (with Battery)
Dimension (W x D x H) 323 x 223 x 19.2 mm (w/ 3cell battery)
Warranty 1 Year Warranty

Original CTECHIE eBay 20% off deal post

Edit: Sold out at 10/03/2016 10:45 AM

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      • lowballs on 10/03/2016 - 06:54

        It's US$999 + Costco membership. Other US retailers sell the same 512gb model for US$1250, so US$150 savings are over the similarly spec'ed laptop, in the US.

        But compared to the Oz model, after FX and delivery, it is slightly more expensive in AUD terms, but the screen, SSD and RAM upgrades make it much better value, IMO.

        • fatpizza on 10/03/2016 - 10:50

          Plus because it's over $1000AUS don't you have to pay import fees?

    • ronnknee on 10/03/2016 - 09:15

      So upfront cost is 1149 USD. Let's assume an optimistic rising exchange rate of 0.75, that's already 1532 AUD ie. $200 more expensive. Let's not forget to include shipping.

  • AussieDaddy on 10/03/2016 - 00:25

    Have just pulled the trigger. There are only 23 units left in this deal as of now. I hope it'll last me long enough (not a gamer or a video editor but just uni and other daily use).

  • dafatha on 10/03/2016 - 00:52

    Bit the bullet and bought it, I was going to buy a zenbook anyway and this was too good of a deal to pass.

  • fatpizza on 10/03/2016 - 02:12

    I assume since this is the touchscreen model it's a glossy screen?

  • somebargainhunter77 on 10/03/2016 - 07:55

    UX303UB users, what's the battery time like? I can only find the battery life for QHD version and I'd love to know the battery life for the FHD before I pull the trigger. My guess is that it'll be 1.5~2 hours longer similar to the battery life difference between xps 13 FHD and QHD version

  • ravinleague on 10/03/2016 - 09:30

    I believe it has an extra RAM slot in addition to the one that is soldered. So, it can be configured to 12GB altogether.

    Only suggestion is please check th battery wattage and also check with futo online if the seller actually has the laptops in stock. I ordered an UX303FA last month and had to wait to 20 odd days to ship. I ended up getting a refund. The seller is good though!!

    • AussieDaddy on 10/03/2016 - 10:39

      Well, now they are sold out so OP (or a mod) should update the deal.

      • etchomojay on 10/03/2016 - 10:44

        I have an estimated delivery of Tuesday, Mar 15. Happy with that if it sticks to the schedule.

        • AussieDaddy on 10/03/2016 - 11:23
          +1

          Yeah, same here, between 15th and 17th.

        • dimsum2 on 10/03/2016 - 15:04
          +1

          @AussieDaddy:

          Got a message from them saying they have all the laptops in stock and will be shipping most of them today and tomorrow :)

        • AussieDaddy on 10/03/2016 - 15:12

          @dimsum2: Ta. I might send them a short message, asking them to deliver it the days I am home next week.

  • etchomojay on 10/03/2016 - 10:40
    +1

    Just got one for my partner. Had a Zenbook UX21e years back which wasn't very flash, but I'm expecting this one to be a nice little performer.

    • ronnknee on 10/03/2016 - 10:44

      I think you may have gotten the last one. It's now sold out.

      PS: Where's the pos :P?

      • etchomojay on 10/03/2016 - 10:45
        +1

        Heh sorry, was just in a mad rush to buy one! Pos coming atcha! Thanks for posting the deal :)

  • enveloped on 10/03/2016 - 15:34

    I orderred it but later learned that VR (HTC vivi) can't run on NVIDIA GeForce 940M and decided to give it up. If someone still want one at this discount price, please PM me, or I will cancel my order tomorrow night.

  • fatpizza on 10/03/2016 - 16:27

    Mine's apparently been despatched already? Anyone else?

    • phillystyle on 10/03/2016 - 18:59

      Yep. Pretty quick :)

  • etchomojay on 11/03/2016 - 14:51

    Mine was just delivered.

    • etchomojay on 11/03/2016 - 14:58

      Also, Cashrewards cashback amount $22.27 :)

  • Weshy on 11/03/2016 - 23:17

    Got mine today.

    Is it meant to come with a sleeve case and an Ethernet adaptor (and perhaps one other adaptor)?

    I didn't get these in the box…

    Specs definitely say that there is a 10/100/1000 ethernet connection and since there isn't one on the machine it would have to be via an adaptor?

    Is it the same for everyone else?

    • cwongtech on 13/03/2016 - 00:52

      UX303LB (i7 broadwell + 940m) didn't get these either.
      However my friend with the UX303 i5 (4200U) model got the sleeve case.
      Really strange of ASUS not to include the sleeve case for a higher spec'd model.

      • Weshy on 13/03/2016 - 06:37

        Thanks for the info.

        While not getting the sleeve case is disappointing, my real issue is not getting the gigabit Ethernet adaptor.

        Without that adaptor, this laptop does not have gigabit Ethernet (or any Ethernet) as it was specified to have.

        • cwongtech on 13/03/2016 - 10:02

          I never got this adaptor either haha, just used one from ebay around $15

  • somebargainhunter77 on 15/03/2016 - 21:56

    Well got the laptop today. I do like everything about it so far. Although I do agree that lack of Ethernet adapter and the lack of sleeve case are very disappointing.

    However my issue is that it seems that the hinge issue still hasn't been fixed. The only reason why I bought this laptop in the first place was because Lisa from MobileTechReview said that they've used a new hinge mechanism for it. However, When you open up the laptop screen to its max angle and try to close it, it'll make a cracking noise and also when I'm trying to close the lid from one side (instead of closing it from the middle), it will make the cracking noise as well… Not happy.

    Anyone else having the same issue as well?

    • cwongtech on 16/03/2016 - 09:03

      I have the UX303LB (Broadwell version), which definitely has the older hinge mechanism, bought in August 2015 ($1350) from DSE.
      Definitely had that small cracking noise, although at the moment there's nothing functionally wrong apart from the screen has a little play back and forth when open.

      See here: You can extend to 2 years international warranty on top of the existing 1 year for $149
      http://shop.asus.com/store/asusau/en_AU/list/ThemeID.3402310…
      They must have removed the 2 years local warranty extension.
      Can buy anytime within your warranty period.

      I don't care what anyone says about ACL, but I'm going to get the extended warranty due to the known hinge mechanism, and with the advances in computing power of 10-15% improvement each year, I expect my UX303 to last at least 3-5 years if not longer (Buy a spare battery from ebay to DIY swap).

    • fatpizza on 18/03/2016 - 03:18

      If you can take the bottom panel off please tell us what type of hinge it has based on this URL:

      http://www.mobiletechreview.com/notebooks/Asus-ZenBook-UX303…

      There's a bit where it compares the old hinge with the new one.

      • cwongtech on 19/03/2016 - 00:07

        To take the panel off, you need torx screwdrivers (not that uncommon tbh) to remove all the exposed screws on the bottom plate, also, two cross type/philips head screws under two rubber feet closest to the hinge.
        That's if the backplate screws didn't change (they shouldn't have) from the broadwell to skylake refresh

        • fatpizza on 19/03/2016 - 00:30

          Well I plan on replacing the stock SSD with a 512GB Samsung Evo so I guess I'll find out when I get mine. 'Fast' way couriers my butt.

        • fatpizza on 19/03/2016 - 15:50
          +1

          Received my laptop today, and the hinge on mine is as smooth as butter without making any clicking noises etc.

  • Yebro on 16/03/2016 - 13:35

    So apparently they told me out of stock so it wont ship.. (Was in the group deal)

    Isnt this the same one?
    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/ASUS-ZenBook-UX303UB-Intel-i7-650…

    • ronnknee on 16/03/2016 - 15:57

      So did you purchase it already or were you planning to buy it but it was out of stock?

      • Yebro on 16/03/2016 - 16:05

        Paid for already (part of group deal).
        Wouldve been helpful if i knew earlier that this wouldve happened.
        Ctechie deal is ending soon

    • Yebro on 16/03/2016 - 16:37

      Can we remove this comment as it might have been a false alarm, Was msgd about possible shipments tomorow and friday.

  • cameronr on 19/03/2016 - 12:11

    Mine has been delivered!

    Wondering if anyone else has been able to access the device encryption settings? From what I can tell it looks like the laptop does not have instant go (connected standby) enabled which results in the device encryption being unavailable. This seems pretty odd for the latest and greatest Skylake chipset - my old Asus T100 supported it just fine!

    Anyone have any ideas? I have done quite a bit of googling but seem to be unable to find an answer at this point.

    Cheers

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