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Specs: 12.6-inch LED touchscreen (2880 x 1920 pixels), Intel core i7 (6th gen), 16 GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Intel Graphics 520, USB type-c, USB 3.0, HDMI, 13MP rear camera, 2MP front camera, Windows 10, 790 grams
Asus was amongst the first brands to offer hybrid Windows devices that can be switched between a tablet mode and laptop mode with docking keyboards. The Transformer 3 Pro is the latest Windows 10 powered 2-in-1 offering from the company in this segment that competes directly with the Microsoft Surface 4.
Design
The company calls it the World's most versatile PC as it is compact enough to carry around and yet powerful enough for heavy duty tasks. Even though the tablet has an alloy metal construction it weighs just 790 grams. Moreover, it is just thick enough to accommodate a full-size USB port. On the right side is a full-size USB port, USB Type-c port, full size HDMI port while the left has volume button and an audio jack. On the bottom side are the magnetic connectors for the keyboard cover. On the rear is the kickstand with a step less hinge (there is no angle click lock when opening and closing the stand). Impressive thing is that the hinge can open to 155 degrees for comfortable viewing. Overall, the Transformer 3 Pro feels well-built and can easily handle day to day travel without you having to worry about scratches and dents.
Display
It has a 12.6-inch LED touchscreen with a resolution of 2880 x 1920 pixels. The screen has excellent brightness levels, shows vivid colours and has wide viewing angles. Touchscreen response is top-notch too. In terms of specifications, the screen has a275 ppi pixel density and Asus claims it has 121% sRGB colour gamut coverage making it great for editing images and videos . The resolution of the tablet makes it easy to work with multiple windows and even working with apps such as Microsoft excel doesn't feel cumbersome. The screen is great for watching movies as well as playing games. Asus even preloads its display control software that lets users switch between normal, vivid and an eye-care mode that enables a blue-light filter.
Transformer Cover
Transformer cover is a revamped docking keyboard that comes with the Transformer 3 Pro. It is the first offering from Asus that doubles up as a screen cover when closed. The top of the cover has a smooth matte finish adding a better grip on the device. It connects to the tablet via 'pogo pin' connectors and snaps perfectly in place using magnets. The keys have good travel and much to our liking they are backlit - this makes it easy to use the device even in dark environment. The trackpad is large and responds well - however at times we felt that the buttons were weak to press and felt hollow. The other issue we noticed is that at times, the mouse pointer starts to move on its own when the cover is connected - we had to adjust the sensitivity of the trackpad to fix the issue.
Hardware & Performance
Asus claims that this is the slimmest 2-in-1 device to come with a 6th generation Intel Core i7 processor. Other specifications of the Transformer 3 Pro include 16GB RAM and a 512GB SSD. Thanks to this combination, performance is top-notch. We had no issues in using Photoshop and Lightroom on the device and it even played 4k videos without any issue. We tried games such as Counterstrike: GO and even Call of Duty Advance Warfare on medium graphics settings. We could get just over 4 and half hours of battery backup. What impressed us further was the minimal heating of the device. Even in the slim design and such powerful components, the tablet only suffered from minor heating issues thanks to the vapor chamber cooling technology used by Asus. The vapor chamber contains coolant liquid that covers the internal components to keep them cool along with an ultra-thin 3m fan. All-in-all, the Transformer 3 Pro delivers top-notch performance for its compact size and portability.
Multimedia
Transformer 3 Pro comes with stereo speakers powered by Harman/kardon. The audio output is amongst the loudest we have seen on a 2-in-1 device. Asus has also integrated their SonicMaster technology that enables optimized audio output with wider audio range and sharp vocals across games, music and movies. The tablet has dual cameras - a 13MP rear camera and a front 2MP camera. The rear camera is as good as a mid-range phone camera - good clarity in daylight and indoors but there is visible noise. Front camera also suffers from visible noise but the video quality is good for occasional video calls.
Conclusion
Asus's Transformer 3 Pro proves to be a worthy successor and in our opinion gives stiff competition to the Microsoft Surface 4. It has a Core i5 processor variant that is priced at Rs 1,10,990 while the Core i7 variant is for Rs 1,44,990. In comparison, the Surface Pro 4 with Core i7, 8GB RAM and 25GB SSD costs RS 1,44,990 making the Asus transformer a better offering in the same price.
ASUS: Asus Transformer 3 Pro launched at Rs 1,44,990 - ET Telecom
Asus was amongst the first brands to offer hybrid Windows devices that can be switched between a tablet mode and laptop mode with docking keyboards. The Transformer 3 Pro is the latest Windows 10 powered 2-in-1 offering from the company in this segment that competes directly with the Microsoft Surface 4.
Design
The company calls it the World's most versatile PC as it is compact enough to carry around and yet powerful enough for heavy duty tasks. Even though the tablet has an alloy metal construction it weighs just 790 grams. Moreover, it is just thick enough to accommodate a full-size USB port. On the right side is a full-size USB port, USB Type-c port, full size HDMI port while the left has volume button and an audio jack. On the bottom side are the magnetic connectors for the keyboard cover. On the rear is the kickstand with a step less hinge (there is no angle click lock when opening and closing the stand). Impressive thing is that the hinge can open to 155 degrees for comfortable viewing. Overall, the Transformer 3 Pro feels well-built and can easily handle day to day travel without you having to worry about scratches and dents.
Display
It has a 12.6-inch LED touchscreen with a resolution of 2880 x 1920 pixels. The screen has excellent brightness levels, shows vivid colours and has wide viewing angles. Touchscreen response is top-notch too. In terms of specifications, the screen has a275 ppi pixel density and Asus claims it has 121% sRGB colour gamut coverage making it great for editing images and videos . The resolution of the tablet makes it easy to work with multiple windows and even working with apps such as Microsoft excel doesn't feel cumbersome. The screen is great for watching movies as well as playing games. Asus even preloads its display control software that lets users switch between normal, vivid and an eye-care mode that enables a blue-light filter.
Transformer Cover
Transformer cover is a revamped docking keyboard that comes with the Transformer 3 Pro. It is the first offering from Asus that doubles up as a screen cover when closed. The top of the cover has a smooth matte finish adding a better grip on the device. It connects to the tablet via 'pogo pin' connectors and snaps perfectly in place using magnets. The keys have good travel and much to our liking they are backlit - this makes it easy to use the device even in dark environment. The trackpad is large and responds well - however at times we felt that the buttons were weak to press and felt hollow. The other issue we noticed is that at times, the mouse pointer starts to move on its own when the cover is connected - we had to adjust the sensitivity of the trackpad to fix the issue.
Hardware & Performance
Asus claims that this is the slimmest 2-in-1 device to come with a 6th generation Intel Core i7 processor. Other specifications of the Transformer 3 Pro include 16GB RAM and a 512GB SSD. Thanks to this combination, performance is top-notch. We had no issues in using Photoshop and Lightroom on the device and it even played 4k videos without any issue. We tried games such as Counterstrike: GO and even Call of Duty Advance Warfare on medium graphics settings. We could get just over 4 and half hours of battery backup. What impressed us further was the minimal heating of the device. Even in the slim design and such powerful components, the tablet only suffered from minor heating issues thanks to the vapor chamber cooling technology used by Asus. The vapor chamber contains coolant liquid that covers the internal components to keep them cool along with an ultra-thin 3m fan. All-in-all, the Transformer 3 Pro delivers top-notch performance for its compact size and portability.
Multimedia
Transformer 3 Pro comes with stereo speakers powered by Harman/kardon. The audio output is amongst the loudest we have seen on a 2-in-1 device. Asus has also integrated their SonicMaster technology that enables optimized audio output with wider audio range and sharp vocals across games, music and movies. The tablet has dual cameras - a 13MP rear camera and a front 2MP camera. The rear camera is as good as a mid-range phone camera - good clarity in daylight and indoors but there is visible noise. Front camera also suffers from visible noise but the video quality is good for occasional video calls.
Conclusion
Asus's Transformer 3 Pro proves to be a worthy successor and in our opinion gives stiff competition to the Microsoft Surface 4. It has a Core i5 processor variant that is priced at Rs 1,10,990 while the Core i7 variant is for Rs 1,44,990. In comparison, the Surface Pro 4 with Core i7, 8GB RAM and 25GB SSD costs RS 1,44,990 making the Asus transformer a better offering in the same price.
ASUS: Asus Transformer 3 Pro launched at Rs 1,44,990 - ET Telecom