Asus K Series K53E 15.6" Notebook Computer (K53E-SX1247X) - Black
• Intel Core i5 2450M 2.5GHz 3MB Cache • 4GB DDR3 Memory • 500GB Hard Drive • 0.3MP Webcam • Gigabit LAN, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth • Windows 7 Professional 64-bit
NIVO#: 30944Mnf.#: K53E-SX1247X
Line: K SeriesModel: K53E
Warranty: 2 years
Our price: 
R 8,259.00
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Asus K Series K53E 15.6" Notebook

IceCool Technology

Based on over 20 years of leadership in motherboards, ASUS has designed the new Series with a unique double-sided motherboard that includes IceCool Technology. This lowers temperatures to maintain a comfortable palm rest feel, preventing unwanted heat build up.

Aluminum Tough

Strong yet elegant multi-color aluminum textures personalize the PC experience, expressing different moods and mindsets through an exciting look based on durable and lightweight metal covers that look great no matter how you use your PC.

IF Award-winning Chiclet Keyboard

Extra-wide dust-repellent keys stay comfortable even during extended typing sessions for improved productivity and interaction.

Intuitive Multi-touch touchpad

The multi-touch touchpad allows you to easily scroll through web pages and pinch-zoom in and out of images.

Power4Gear

ASUS Power4Gear automatically adjusts fan speeds for quiet computing and prolonged battery life.

30 Days Bright Dot Return

Video Magic makes visuals better on the finest quality LCD panels available, made, tested and sold to super high ASUS standards, so the absolute best image is delivered.

Palm Proof technology

The Palm Proof technology-equipped touchpad distinguishes between the contact surfaces of the palm and fingers to prevent inadvertent cursor movements during typing.
Specification top
General
Model
K53E
Line
K Series
Color
Black
Software Platform
Windows
Operating System
Windows 7 Professional
Operating System Architecture
64-bit
 
Processor
Processor Type
Intel Core i5 2450M
Processor Speed
2.5 GHz
Processor Cache
3 MB
 
Display
Display Size
15.6 inch
Display Resolution
1366 x 768
Aspect Ratio
16:9
 
Storage
Hard Drive Capacity
500 GB
Hard Drive Type
Magnetic
Hard Drive RPM
5,400 rpm
Optical Drive
DVD+/-RW Super-Multi Writer
Built-In Card Reader
4-in-1 Card Reader
Supported Memory Cards
Multimedia Card (MMC) 
Memory Stick (MS) 
MS Pro
Secure Digital (SD) 
 
System Memory
Memory Technology
DDR3
Memory Channels
Dual
Installed Memory
4 GB
Maximum Memory
8 GB
Memory Slots
2
 
Graphics
Graphics Memory
Shared
Graphics Chipset
Integrated Intel GMA
 
Wired Communication
Wired LAN
Gigabit LAN
Dial-Up Modem
-
 
Wireless Communication
Wireless LAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
Yes
 
Connectors & Slots
USB 2.0
2
USB 3.0
1
DisplayPort
-
Analog Monitor (D-Sub)
1
Digital Monitor (DVI)
-
HDMI
1
S-Video
-
Firewire
-
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
1
Phone/Modem (RJ-11)
-
Express Card Slots
-
PCMCIA (PC Card)
-
 
Multimedia
Built-In Webcam
Yes
Webcam Resolution
0.3 MP
Built-In Microphone
Yes
 
Power
Battery Type
Lithium-Ion 6 Cell Battery
 
Security
Kensington Lock
-
Fingerprint Sensor
-
 
Physical Dimensions
Width
378 mm
Depth
253 mm
Height
35 mm
Weight
2.60 kg
 
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Ratings & Summary
Overall score (175)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
8.7/10
Expert score (15)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
8.2/10
User score (160)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
8.4/10
 
PROS• long battery life • quality construction • nice design and brand • design • reliable performances (feature set)
CONS• office
Expert Reviews
Littlewoods Direct
24 February 2012
I love it! Much nicer than anticipated!
After going around in circles to try to find the right laptop that didn't cost the earth I noticed this. ASUS have a good reputation, though I've never owned one. Compared to my last laptop which is still a good spec model this is much lighter, looks good and is so easy to set up. Read more ...
PROSComfortable, Durable, Easy to set up, Great Design, Lightweight, Practical, Stylish, Well Made
CONSNon found as yet
10.0/10
CNET
16 November 2011
Asus K53E review Review
The K53E isn't much to look at but it offers solid performance for general computing tasks that belies its affordable price tag. It won't suit the gaming fanatics, but if you need a machine to cope with day-to-day tasks and don't want to spend the Earth, the K53E is definitely one to consider. Read more ...
PROSDecent performance for the price, Sturdy aluminium wrist rest, Comfortable trackpad
CONSUninspiring design, Lacklustre screen, No USB 3.0
8.0/10
LAPTOP Magazine
6 April 2011
ASUS K53E
Sleek looks, top-notch performance, and very good battery life--all for less than $749. The Asus K53-B1 is ready to go toe-to-toe with the best multimedia notebooks you can buy for under a grand. Read more ...
PROSClassy design; Scratch-resistant aluminum deck; Strong performance; Great battery life
CONSSome keyboard flex; Weak Wi-Fi range
8.0/10
User Reviews
woolworths.co.uk
13 April 2012
i would tell a friend to buy this
at home for own use and daughters school home work.

it is very fast.

i found it disapointed that is do's not have a back up disk to reinstall if any thing go's wroung with it. Read more ...
PROSGood Battery Life, Good Construction, Nice design and brand, Reliable Performances (feature set
CONSPoor Software Bundle (operating system, office, …
10.0/10
very.co.uk
13 April 2012
i would tell a friend to buy this
at home for own use and daughters school home work.

it is very fast.

i found it disapointed that is do's not have a back up disk to reinstall if any thing go's wroung with it. Read more ...
PROSGood Battery Life, Good Construction, Nice design and brand, Reliable Performances (feature set
CONSPoor Software Bundle (operating system, office, …
10.0/10
CNET
14 January 2012
for such a low spec machine mines the k53e with i3 2.2ghz but came with usb 3.0 ,4gb ram 500gb hdd and its midnight blue in colour so is much nicer than the one reviewed here Read more ...
PROScheap, fast, reasonably powerful for a i3, looks great and more expensive than it was
CONSnothing just wish i had got the i7 for that extra boost
8.0/10