Asus Q524UQ(-BI7T20, -BHI7T15) 15.6″ 2-in-1 Touch Laptop (Intel Core i7, GeForce 940MX, 12GB RAM, 2TB HDD, Black)
The Asus Q524UQ is a higher-end 15.6-inch convertible 2-in-1 notebook series. The laptop is characterized by the popular band-back multi-mode design, admirable internal components, and sleek looks with black aluminum finish.
There are two SKUs from the series available in the US stores. The Q524UQ-BI7T20 and Q524UQ-BHI7T15. Except the model name, we weren’t able to find any differences between them. They both feature the 7th Generation Intel Core i7-7500U processor, the Nvidia GeForce 940MX video card, 12GB of system memory, a 2-Terabyte hard drive, Full HD display resolution, keyboard backlight, and Windows 10 Home operating system.
The FHD 1920×1080-pixel 15.6″ touch-screen is mounted on a pair of robust “gunmetal” hinges. Online product pages of the Asus Q524UQ-BI7T20 and Q524UQ-BHI7T15 don’t mention IPS technology for wide viewing angles, but Asus’ official website lists IPS as one of the features of the Q524UQ series. Therefore, it’s safe to assume IPS is included in the available models.
With its “sandblasted” matte black aluminum finish and “gunmetal” hinges, the Q524UQ-BI7T20 / Q524UQ-BHI7T15 is not only premium looking. It’s also one of the most powerful 2-in-1 laptop PCs performance-wise. The included Intel Core i7-7500U is among the fastest CPUs for the mainstream laptop category, while the GeForce 940MX 2GB video card provides some extra graphics muscle for handling games. When you add large memory and hard drive capacities of 12GB and 2TB (~2000GB) to the mix, you get a quite capable machine for the routine day-to-day duties, a decent potential for more demanding media creation and similar tasks and 3D gaming support, a great multitasking ability, and a plenty of storage space for users files. Most users won’t need anything more powerful than this. The only downside is that the storage device is a traditional mechanical hard drive, instead of much faster solid state drives. For comparison, the very similar Acer R 15 2-in-1 has a speedy SSD, but also much lower storage capacity of 256GB.
The Asus Q524UQ-BI7T20 and Q524UQ-BHI7T15 stand out from the crowd in the audio department. Besides built-in stereo speakers, Asus has additionally provided an external subwoofer speaker for extra bass. It’s included in the package by default. The sound is optimized via Bang & Olufsen ICEpower audio technology.
Another uncommon perk is support for Thunderbolt 3 standard for extremely fast data transfer to and from compatible external devices. Thunderbolt 3 is provided via a USB-C port. Besides the USB-C connector, there are three standard-size USB 3.0 ports, HDMI video output, an SD memory card reader, a combo jack for headphones and microphone, and a dedicated jack for the subwoofer. For networking, the Q524UQ-BI7T20 / Q524UQ-BHI7T15 provides 802.11AC Wi-Fi wireless connection. Bluetooth is present, too. As expected, the Q524UQ has a built-in webcam. It sports 720p resolution.
According to Asus, the 4-cell battery of the Q524UQ-BI7T20 / Q524UQ-BHI7T15 delivers “up to 6.5 hours” of power autonomy.
The Q524UQ weighs in at 5.1 pounds, which is an average weight for this type of a 2-in-1 notebook.
Specifications of the Asus Q524UQ(-BI7T20, -BHI7T15)
Here are the specs of the Asus Q524UQ(-BI7T20, -BHI7T15) with descriptions of its features. For comparison against other laptops, you can use the "Compare Specs" button.
Brand | Asus |
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Laptop Type | 2-in-1 convertible laptop PC 2-in-1 means the laptop can convert itself into a tablet PC. |
Screen Size | 15.6-inch This is by far the most popular laptop screen size. It provides a lot of screen real estate, while avoiding bulkiness of the 17.3" laptops. |
Screen Resolution | 1920x1080 pixels Full HD Full HD is the most common laptop screen resolution today. It provides a good image sharpness and a decent amount of space on the display for the user interface and programs. However, it isn't as good as the top-tier 4K Ultra HD. |
Touchscreen | Finger multi-touch input The screen supports finger touch input, including multi-touch gestures. |
Other Display Specs | IPS type Displays based on IPS technology provide much wider viewing angles than the budget-class TN screens. |
Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i7-7500U 7th Gen (older mid-range processor for home and office use) |
Graphics (GPU) | Nvidia GeForce GT 940MX 2GB dedicated video card (for light gaming, but with improved smoothness) |
System Memory (RAM) Size | 12GB RAM 12GB is greater than the recommended minimum of 8GB and enables very comfortable multitasking during everyday tasks. However, many games and professional software may require 16GB or more. |
Data Storage | 2000GB (2TB) HDD 2TB is a huge storage capacity, but HDD is a slow type of storage. |
DVD Optical Drive | None |
Keyboard & Input | Backlit keyboard without dedicated number pad The keyboard has backlit keys for easier typing in the dark. There's no separate numeric pad you can typically find on the right side of the keyboard on many laptop models. Touchpad with click buttons built into the surface The left and right click buttons are built into the surface of the touchpad, as opposed to separate physical buttons. Touchscreen |
Speakers & Audio | Stereo speakers with subwoofer Besides the standard stereo speakers, the laptop additionally features a built-in subwoofer speaker for a better bass sound. Combo microphone and headphones audio jack This laptop has the ordinary 3.5mm combo audio jack that supports both headphone output and microphone input simultaneously. |
Camera | Front-facing web camera Laptops usually feature a frontal webcam located on the display bezel. This laptop is no exception. |
Wi-Fi Wireless | 802.11AC The 802.11AC is the previous-generation wireless networking standard. It's also known as Wi-Fi 5. 802.11AC is succeeded by 802.11AX Wi-Fi 6 with data transfer speed and multi-device connectivity improvements. |
Bluetooth | Yes This laptop has a built-in Bluetooth module. It enables you to connect the computer to Bluetooth mice and other Bluetooth peripherals, smartphones, and other Bluetooth-equipped devices. |
Ethernet Network Port | No This laptop has no Ethernet LAN port for wired internet and networking connectivity. |
USB Ports | 1 x USB-C A compact type of USB port, commonly found in modern laptops and phones. 3 x USB 3.0 Three full-size USB Type A ports. |
Video Output Ports | 1 x HDMI HDMI is a widely used digital video output port. You can find HDMI-in ports on most computer monitors and TVs. |
Media Card Reader | SD card reader The laptop has a slot for full-size SD memory cards, used in many digital cameras. You can also use microSD cards with a card adapter. |
Other Features | Thunderbolt 3.0 Thunderbolt 3 is a high-speed peripheral connectivity technology for compatible devices. The Thunderbolt connection goes via USB-C interface. Today, a faster Thunderbolt 4 version is available. External subwoofer speaker |
Battery | Up to 6.5 hours of battery life 4-Cell |
Weight | 5.1 pounds |
Height | 0.9" |
Width | 15" |
Depth | 10" |
Windows Version | Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home is aimed at the regular home and office computer users. Only select business users need the Professional edition. Windows 10 Home users are eligible for a free upgrade to the latest Windows 11 Home. |
Warranty | 1-year A typical laptop warranty. |
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5 out of 5
WorkFirst in TX –
Runs great with an M.2 SSD upgrade! I would highly recommend the computer because it has so much going for it, especially at under $600 online for an open-box version. Boots up in less than 10 seconds with a new SSD, and that one relatively easy and inexpensive upgrade completes the package. This laptop has enough graphics horsepower for some games, but not so much that it will distract my high-school-age son from his studies. Looks great. Premium finishes. Backlit keyboard. Tablet mode. Touchscreen. Several USB 3.0 ports available for connecting extras like an optical drive, if needed. What’s not to love?
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Mark Asus Q524UQ –
HI, you mention that you bought an M.2 SSD, I wonder if it was a SATA version or a NVME version because I can’t figure it out, I see many offers for NvME and that its faster but I do not know if is compatible despite having the same pins.
Work first in TX –
The M.2 slot is compatible with either type of interface-it’s printed right on the motherboard. NvME is faster than SATA, but either one is a dramatic upgrade over the mechanical drive.
I found a Micron 1 TB SATA M.2 drive for less than $100.
BC –
How is the performance of your laptop with m2 type of SSD?