This is probably the first non-netbook laptop from Asus that is priced under Php20k. Perhaps they are targeting this model towards students (those who want better screen), as entry-level laptop (the GPU is decent) or for volume buys from companies or schools (regular workforce).
Asus X401 specs:
14.0″ LED @ 1366×768 pixels
AMD E2-1800 1.7GHz dual-core processor
AMD Radeon HD 7340 graphics
2GB DDR3 RAM (4GB max)
500GB SATA HDD
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.0
Gigabit LAN
1 x HDMI port
1 x USB 3.0 port
1 x USB 2.0 port
Altec Lansing speakers
4400mAh Li-Ion battery
Windows 7 Home Basic
Suggested retail price for this configuration is about Php18,990. The MS DOS model drops the price to just Php16,990. That’s already crossing into the netbook-line. You can read more about our review of the Asus X401 here.
