ASUS ExpertBook BR1100FKA Review

This affordable 11 inches ASUS laptop is specially designed for kids. During the pandemic, as all the schools and colleges shifted towards online classes that is when the demand for everyday laptops increased. To cater to the needs of the students, ASUS released ASUS ExpertBook BR1100FKA. The laptop is built to be rugged and robust to handle rough usage by the kids, but it still has a class.

Design: 

There are no rounded corners on this ASUS ExpertBook BR1100FKA. The main body of the chassis is made of extremely durable plastic and features a 3D micro-dimple texture that improves grip while holding the laptop. The BR1100F is built to military-grade durability standards in the United States. It's built to withstand knocks, bumps, and even a 120cm drop from a desk or table, though the grippy rubber texture on the lid and base should help prevent slippage. The BR1100F also features a modular design for easy repair, which is uncommon these days. This enables key components such as the battery, keyboard, thermal module, and ports to be easily replaced, if necessary, potentially lowering long-term costs.

Display: 

Although the glossy screen's resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels is low, the screen's quality is excellent. It has a wide viewing angle, good contrast and brightness levels, and good color reproduction. Maximum brightness is on the low side for a tablet-style device, at 218 nits, but should suffice in a home or classroom setting. TÜV Rheinland has also certified the touchscreen for low blue-light emissions, which is designed to make it easier on the eyes.

The BR1100's 360-degree screen hinge allows it to be used in four modes: laptop, presentation, tent, and tablet. Though the touch screen does not detach, you can hold it up and take pictures with an 8MP (megapixel) outward-facing camera, just like you would with a stand-alone tablet.

Performance: 

ASUS ExpertBook’s choice for hardware is very modest. The Intel Celeron N4500 processor with 4GB RAM. Storage is low and the storage type is eMMC, not the most popular choice i.e., SSD. A lot of onboard storage isn't really required for this type of laptop because schools tend to use the cloud a lot and most schoolwork is done via Google Classroom. Saving files in the cloud is probably a good strategy for students than storing them locally, where they may be lost if the computer is lost or damaged. Due to the hardware choice, the performance is more than enough for the basic routine tasks.

Keyboard and touchpad: 

The typing area is a little tight for adult hands, but that's not who it's intended for. It should be adequate for younger students. The keyboard isn't backlit, and there's no light on the caps lock button, but the keys are soft to type on and have good travel and response.

Given the size of the laptop, the touchpad is adequate and supports all Windows 10 gestures. Anti-bacterial protection is applied to the keyboard, touchpad, and palm rest, which is a nice touch.

Audio quality: 

The audio quality is ideal for listening to lectures and tutorials with its prominent vocals and high tones. However, for listening to music or watching movies the audio quality is average. But you can use headphones and earbuds as well. 

Ports:

The array of ports on ASUS ExpertBook is very useful. It includes USB-C, USB 2.0, USB 3.0, ethernet, and HDMI ports available. The laptop lacks a memory card slot.

Battery life:

Given that this isn't a particularly powerful laptop - relatively speaking, of course - it manages to meet its claim of 10 hours of battery life on a single charge while using the Chrome browser under heavy-ish load. That's impressively insane, and it's only possible because of its low-powered Intel Celeron N4500 processor.

Specs:

Bottom line:

For educational purposes, the robust notebook is the perfect choice for students. There is a decent performance, amazing screen quality, and durability. All these specs, features and affordability makes ASUS ExpertBook BR1100FKA a compelling choice. Also, Laptop Outlet is offering a discount on the notebook. You can save £70.00 on the notebook.  

FAQs:

1. Is the ASUS ExpertBook BR1100FKA good for students?
Yes! The BR1100FKA is specifically designed for education. It’s rugged, compact, and packed with student-friendly features like a 360° hinge, spill-resistant keyboard, and long battery life.

2. What are the key features of the BR1100FKA?
This 2-in-1 laptop offers an Intel Celeron processor, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC storage (or optional SSD), an 11.6" touchscreen, and a stylus — ideal for hands-on learning and everyday school tasks.

3. Is the BR1100FKA durable for classroom use?
Absolutely. It meets military-grade durability standards and includes a rubber bumper and reinforced hinges, making it perfect for younger users and busy school environments.

4. Can I upgrade the storage on the ASUS ExpertBook BR1100FKA?
Yes, the laptop supports internal SSD upgrades, allowing you to expand beyond the base storage if needed for more files, apps, or media.

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