Asus UL20FT Thread

Here is the successor of the Asus UL20A. It's up for sale on ExcaliberPC.

ASUS UL20FT-A1 12.1" Notebook. ASUS UL20FT-A1

Processor: Intel Core i3-330UM (1.20GHz, Turbo Boost)
Cache: 3MB L2 Cache
Chipset: Intel HM55 chipset
Memory: 2GB DDR2 800
Hard Drive:250GB 5400RPM SATA
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics
Battery: 6-Cell, 4400mAh
Dimensions: 11.8" x 8.4" x 1"
Weight: 3.3 lbs (with 6 cell battery)

 

Processor: Intel Core i3-330UM (1.20GHz, Turbo Boost)
WITH
4500HD graphics?

I think that's just a holder-page, since the new core i processors generally come with intel HD graphics on die.

 

Oh yeah, I totally missed that. Fixed

 

Specifications say it doesn't have HDMI but on the pictures it shows an HDMI port.

 

this looks kinda thick, with an Intel GMA X graphics card, I'd rather get the 1215N with optimus instead.

 

If you're into gaming that makes sense, otherwise I'd get the ULV over the Atom.

 

I can't wait for the first reviews to come in. I quite liked the UL20A and would have kept it if it didn't have a keyboard panel that comes loose around the upper right edge which I understand is a common issue for the model. I also wouldn't mind softer touchpad buttons and matte surfaces, but that's less likely to happen

 

when this new asus will come out?

 

"ETA: Aug 6, 2010"
ASUS UL20FT-A1 12.1" Notebook. ASUS UL20FT-A1

 

have you guys seen the ul20fa it has i3 330m is it the same build and weight as ul20ft

 

Looks like Amazon is taking preorders for the UL20FT now as well. Currently it's showing another store by default, but Amazon itself is listed as one of the sellers.

 

It actually says: In Stock.
Only 1 left in stock--order soon.

I wonder if that's true though.

 

It's in stock from Mobile Advance for $670, but it shows that they only have one unit left so that's probably not going to last, if they have them at all. Amazon is listing shipment within "1-4 weeks" which is usually code for it'll get here when it gets here. They'll probably have them at around the same time as ExcaliberPC. I'm looking forward to the first reviews!

 

Any confirmation on HDMI yet?

Excaliber doesn't list it but their pictures do show it.

 

This article does state HDMI out. Not sure how reliable this information is.

edit: These guys seem to be a lot more adamant that the UL20FT has an HDMI port.

 

Very nice, wonder what the battery life is on it and if Asus will bring it to the US.

 

is it out?

 

Yes. Newegg has it for sale.

 

Again no mention of HDMI, but the pictures clearly show it.

 

hey guys are there only 1 revision ? will asus make more revisions? i5 540 um will be great

 

Well, since Amazon seems to have a few in stock (4 left right now) I jumped at the opportunity and ordered one. I'm rather excited to try it out! It's getting here on Thursday supposedly. Wednesday if I'm lucky since I asked for next day delivery.

 

cool really looking for a review

plz measure the length and width i want to compare it to my 3820tg as well as weight i hope asus comes out with a i5 540 um too

 

The black version looks much much better.

 

I agree. I'm a little embarrassed to admit that in my haste to order a unit before they're all gone (ironically there's still 2 left) I didn't realize I was ordering the silver version. All I've been seeing so far were pictures of black UL20FTs Still, I just need something portable I can do some coding on, so looks aren't as important for me. And if the materials are the same as the UL20A's the silver version should show off fingerprints less. Either way I've been waiting to order from Amazon because I trust their return policy, so I can return it or exchange it if I'm unhappy with it for any reason.

 

I'll post my impressions when I get the laptop. I can measure it as well, but I doubt it'll be different from what's been stated everywhere so far: 11.8x8.4 inches, 3.3 pounds.

Cheers, Nir

 

I'm kind of thrown off by the DDR2... Why?

 

There seems to be a disagreement over whether the UL20FT features DDR3 or DDR2 memory. I seem to remember the original announcement many months ago from Asus' magazine said that the UL20FT will have DDR3. The Amazon product page also lists DDR3, although the product page at ExcaliberPC and most other announcements say DDR2. I guess I'll find out when I get it. Frankly I'm more at odds with the unit only coming with 2GB, and if Amazon is to be believed 2 sticks of 1GB each which probably means I'm gonna have to pay for the whole 4GB if I want to upgrade. Even the lower end 1830T comes with 3GB, is cheaper, and is arguably a much nicer laptop.

 

I doubt DDR2 would even be supported.

 

I received my UL20FT yesterday from Amazon (ordered overnight - I was the one who bumped the stock down to 2 units left ). Drumroll please... it has HDMI out! It's on the left side, just like the pictures show. I haven't had a chance to use it yet, but I can confirm that the port's there. It would have been absolute product suicide to release a computer in August 2010 without an HDMI port. Let's be thankful the laptop's designers were not as incompetent as its specifications writers.

 

thanks for mentioning suggestionbox.

can you post some real life pictures for us? thanks in advance.

 

Enjoy!

 

Thanks for those pics suggestionbox.

So can you confirm it has DDR3 RAM?

 

Core i processors can't use DDR2.

 

Why wouldn't it have DDR3? That is in the specs. http://www.amazon.com/ASUS-UL20FT-A1-12-1-Inch-Laptop-Silver/dp/tech-data/B003XT66MG/ref=de_a_smtd

Now the only question is, how can I get another 2 gigs for cheap?

 

I know it should have DDR3 but some other forum members were linking to pages that said DDR2 on the previous page.

 

Bah, looks like Amazon messed up my delivery. I was wondering if you could say:

a) Does the keyboard panel come loose at the top right when you press the F keys? That was a relatively common issue with the UL20A and the reason I returned mine.

b) Is the material on the back lid glossy or matte? I can't quite tell from the pictures.

c) How hard/easy are the mouse buttons to press?

d) Less likely that you could answer at this point: Is the 2GB divided into two sticks as described in the Amazon product page technical specs?

Any information apperciated! Thanks, Nir

 

a) the keyboard panel comes loose at the top left more than the right, but i see what you mean. doesn't bother me though.

b) the lid is brushed metal. The part by the edge is matte.

c) the mouse buttons are impossible to press. this might be the thing that causes me to return this machine. otherwise it's pretty well built. but honestly, it's hard to use a computer if you can't press the mouse buttons. and i cannot press the mouse buttons. same as with all asuses. there is one long "button" that has two tiny spots to press for the left and right buttons and it is impossible to tell where in this long piece of plastic they are. furthermore, the f*cking button is RECESSED! how are you supposed to push it if it's UNDERNEATH the palm rest?

d) i haven't opened it up, but i imagine it is, since that's what it says in the specs. why would they lie and tell me the laptop is worse than it really is?

hope this helps

 

It helps immensely! thank you so much.

 

@ suggestion box which spec did you get ? what proc?

do some 1080p mkv vids testing plz

 

1080p mkv will run fine even on a SU3500 as long as you're using the right settings/player (MPC-HC). A Core i3 will have zero problems with it.

 

Looks like the exact same as the previous gen, just with different internals.

But I've never had the loose keyboard panel like you guys though..

 

Does the touchpad not have rudimentary multi-touch capabilities -- so that you could make the buttons redundant by using a single-tap for left-click and a two-finger tap for right-click, etc?

 

Rudimentary? I thought the synaptics touchpad used has comprehensive multi touch support.

 

How does PC Watch get a 4.4 with a U3400?

 

Seems normal to me, considering it's the latest generation CPU. I get 4.0 with SU4100.

How much do you get with your Core i3?

 

I have the i5-430UM and get a 5.0 for cpu. The SU9400 in my 3810t gets a 4.4.

 

Hmm, I really want a UL20, but they still only sell UL20A and not UL20FT here. It seems almost pointless now with the EEE 1215N around, and the 1218 supposedly coming.
Perhaps they will release a revision early next year... ? I like the design, and stronger CPU of these over the EEE.