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[PCOnline Independent Review] In recent years, more and more people have been stepping out of their homes and offices to work or socialize in public spaces like cafes and libraries. Coffee lovers often frequent these spots, where they might catch up on reading or engage in discussions. In the past, people usually brought along a magazine or their favorite book to spend a relaxed afternoon. Nowadays, with the advancements in lightweight and slim laptops, more individuals are bringing their notebooks to cafes. You'll often see people in these venues brainstorming ideas or collaborating on projects. It's becoming increasingly popular to step outside the confines of home and office.
ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ
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All this has been made possible by the evolution of laptops. Early netbooks were quickly phased out due to their limited performance and battery life. Today, with rapid improvements in laptop hardware, although there is still a noticeable gap between thin and light laptops and gaming or desktop machines, they are more than capable of handling everyday tasks and personal activities. Coupled with the increasing maturity of manufacturing processes, laptops have become lighter and thinner. Carrying one feels as effortless as carrying two bottles of water in your backpack. This convenience has led to a surge in popularity for lightweight models like the ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ, which weighs only 1.26 kg.
Extremely Light and Portable
My old laptop from university days was a bulky gaming machine that felt like a burden to lug around. Carrying a heavy notebook, along with its charger and accessories, left little room for anything else. Clearly, gaming laptops aren’t designed for portability. To enjoy the flexibility of mobile work, you need something lightweight.
The ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ is an ultra-thin and lightweight laptop that weighs approximately 1.26 kg, making it easy to pick up with one hand. For those who don't have a clear idea of what 1.26 kg feels like, it’s slightly heavier than two bottles of water. Trust me, this weight won’t feel burdensome during travel.
With a thickness of about 15 mm, roughly the height of two magazines, and a 13-inch body, it doesn’t take up much space in your bag. Paired with a compact charger, you can easily fit your laptop bag, essentials, and a change of clothes for a day out.
When taking a laptop on the go, having sufficient battery life is crucial. ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ performs admirably in this regard. During my testing, I used it for typical office tasks like coding, using Photoshop, browsing the internet, and watching a movie during lunch breaks. With the brightness set at 75% and the performance mode selected, I had less than 4 hours of battery life left with 18% remaining. This is still above average. Additionally, the laptop supports fast charging, making it suitable for most外出 scenarios.
Value Lies in Its Lightness and Thinness
Thin and light laptops require meticulous craftsmanship. Since they're meant for meetings and outdoor use, rough handling would be inappropriate. ASUS understands this well, and their efforts in crafting thin and light laptops are evident. The ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ doesn’t disappoint in this aspect.
One notable difference from other models in the Ling Yao series is the shell design. The ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ comes in four vibrant colors: royal blue, rose gold, quartz gray, and ice drilling gold. I tested the royal blue variant, which is striking yet not overly flashy. The deep blue hue is bright and exudes a sense of sophistication and stability.
The aluminum alloy casing features the classic ASUS spun metal design. Unlike earlier all-metal designs, this model employs a stunning crystal coating that gives the laptop's A-surface a mirror-like finish. Advanced nanoimprint lithography technology enhances the concentric design, adding an elegant touch to the ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ. This mirror treatment is only available in sapphire blue and rose gold, so note this distinction.
The rear of the ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ is similar to previous models in the Ling Yao series, with two speakers on either side. What stands out is that the top two anti-slip pads are slightly elevated, tilting the laptop at a slight angle during use for greater comfort.
The notebook's front edge is recessed, showing attention to detail. Opening and closing the lid with one hand is somewhat challenging due to ASUS's unique small-to-large damper setting. However, once you figure it out, single-handed closures are perfectly feasible.
The ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ offers a comprehensive interface configuration, essential for office and meeting use. As visible in the photos, the body is equipped with an SD card slot, USB 2.0, USB 3.0, Micro HDMI, and USB 3.1 Gen1 ports. However, there’s no standard HDMI port, which might require purchasing a new cable, but this isn’t a major issue today.
Not Just About Looks
Thanks to advancements in screen technology, narrow bezels are now standard for thin and light laptops. If a laptop lacks narrow bezels, it's hard to call it thin and light. ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ places the camera at the top of the screen, which impacts the bezel width somewhat. Some laptops have cameras at the bottom for the ultimate narrow bezel look, but the top-mounted camera provides better video quality. If you frequently use video calls, this setup is preferable.
The visual enhancement provided by narrow bezels is undeniable, but a good display screen is equally important. The first thing you notice upon opening the ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ is its 14-inch anti-glare display with a broad sRGB color gamut. Compared to standard displays, it presents more accurate and vivid colors. Wide viewing angle technology maintains contrast and color reproduction within a 178-degree viewing angle, making it ideal for collaborative work and screen sharing.
ASUS Splendid’s smart color technology enhances the 14-inch display with richer, brighter colors for an impressive visual experience. By default, the display shows accurate colors for a better browsing experience. If customization is desired, ASUS Splendid offers additional modes, including Eye Care mode, Vivid mode, manual mode, and normal mode. The Eye Care mode reduces harmful blue light emissions by up to 30%, protecting eyes and reducing fatigue, especially in low-light environments.
Most laptops nowadays come with a backlit keyboard. Adding backlighting is inexpensive and enhances the user experience. ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ’s keyboard offers three adjustable backlight levels—bright, medium, and dim. The key strokes are short, with clear feedback and ample spacing to prevent typos. Overall, the keyboard feels solid, though I occasionally brushed against the touchpad during testing. Those with larger hands might find it disruptive, but you can temporarily disable the touchpad using Fn+F7.
The touchpad area is relatively spacious, and the fingerprint sensor sits at the upper-right corner of the touchpad. ASUS Ling Yao series fingerprint sensors are integrated into the touchpad, which didn’t bother me much during extended testing. Most users typically use the central portion of the touchpad, rarely utilizing the entire area.
Asus has incorporated a new generation of SonicMaster Acoustics sound technology into its computers. The ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ combines high-quality hardware, including smart amplifier technology for distortion-free, brilliant audio, with well-designed software. Additionally, the Asustek AudioWizard desktop application offers five sound modes, allowing users to tailor their experience based on their preferences for better sound quality.
Performance Meets Expectations
The ASUS U4100UQ 13-inch laptop is straightforward in its configuration, featuring a 7th-generation Intel Core i7 processor and up to 16GB of high-speed DDR4 memory. It can also accommodate a 512GB SSD, offering faster app loading speeds and lightning-fast boot times. Whether you’re creating large files, editing photos, videos, or gaming, the ZenBook U4100 won’t leave you waiting. Moreover, ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ boasts an independent display core thanks to the powerful NVIDIA GeForce 940MX, delivering vivid visuals and swift responses.
PCMark 8 is a benchmarking tool for Windows systems, featuring five testing modes, including Home testing. It simulates common user environments, covering web browsing, document processing, photo editing, video chatting, and light gaming. PCMark 8 runs a full suite of tests and provides a score. ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ scored 3422 points, which is a solid performance suitable for daily entertainment and work. The battery life test lasted 4 hours and 2 minutes, but actual usage exceeded this duration.
Futuremark released the New 3DMark on February 4, 2013. The updated 3DMark supports cross-platform testing across desktop and mobile platforms, including Windows, Android, iOS, and Windows RT systems. It features several load scenarios: FireStrike (high-end hardware), Sky Diver (mid-to-high-end hardware), CloudGate (mainstream hardware), and IceStorm (entry-level hardware). In addition to scores, the new 3DMark provides real-time graphs during testing, recording frame rates, CPU temperatures, GPU temperatures, and CPU power consumption.
AS SSD Benchmark is a German SSD testing tool that evaluates continuous read/write speeds, 4K alignment, 4KB random read/write performance, and response times, providing a comprehensive score. ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ achieved an impressive 905 points in response speed.
CineBench R15 only supports 64-bit operating systems. Compared to the R11.5 release, which supported up to 16 cores, the R15 version can handle up to 256 logical cores. The new version also improves shader inspections, anti-aliasing, shadows, lighting, and reflection blurring, enhancing the accuracy of CPU performance measurements. Scores in CineBench R15 are measured in cb.
Conclusion: The ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ is a mid-range lightweight laptop with excellent performance and configuration. If you’re a frequent business traveler or a student who brings a laptop home regularly, choosing a lightweight model will make your journey much easier. However, for gaming, this model falls short. I used ASUS Ling Yao U4100UQ to play two rounds of "League of Legends" on medium settings, achieving a minimum frame rate of 90+. While the computer’s temperature increased after prolonged use, it wasn’t excessively hot. For demanding games, it may not suffice. Still, wouldn’t you consider a lightweight option?