Asus Transformer Book T100TA-H2-GR (64GB+500GB, Grey) Windows Hybrid
The 10.1-inch T100TA-H2-GR is one of the new models from the Asus Transformer Book T100 2-in-1 laptop/tablet hybrid series with Windows 8 OS and Intel Atom processor. The Transformer Book was one of the best selling Windows-based computers during the last year. It was not only because of its convenient design with detachable keyboard, but also due to affordability. The Transformer Book models have internal data storage as the main differentiation. The T100TA-H2-GR comes with 64GB of solid-state drive based storage located in the slate portion of the device plus an old-school mechanical 500GB hard drive in the keyboard deck. There are also SSD-only models with either 32GB or 64GB capacity, as well as a 32GB SSD + 500GB HDD variant.
The display resolution on this plastic-cladded 10.1-incher is 1366×768 pixels. It is not a great resolution like Full HD, but is acceptable considering the fact that the majority of full-size 15.6-inch laptops have the same pixel count. As the heart of the system, the T100TA-H2-GR has the Intel Atom Z3775 quad-core processor, which is slightly faster than the Z3740 used in older Transformer Book T100 models. Both chips are good only for the basic computing tasks, like text editing in Word, Excel spreadsheet calculations, web browsing, and movie watching. Any heavier duties like video editing or gaming will feel choppy. Also included RAM amount of 2GB could have been larger, but if you don’t multitask with too many programs and don’t run tens of web browser tabs at the same time, you’ll be fine even with 2GB. Although Asus’ T100TA-H2-GR offers more in terms of storage than the average tablet with Windows and Atom, there are a few caveats. The 500GB hard drive which is in the dock won’t be accessible when you use your laptop as a classic slate, without the keyboard attached to it. In addition, 64GB SSD, which is the main storage in this system, is quite limited for Windows 8 and apps although much better than 32GB.
The tablet portion of the device includes a 720p-quality front camera, stereo speakers, micro HDMI video connector for external displays, a micro USB port, and microSD card reader for storage expansion. For internet connectivity, you have only Wi-Fi option built-in. Bluetooth is included. Besides the keyboard and trackpad with integrated click buttons, the dock part additionally provides a full-size USB 3.0 port.
On the software side, a nice perk is a free copy Microsoft Office Home & Student 2013 suite. That’s however a standard on tablets with Windows 8 and Intel Atom.
According to Asus, the battery life on the T100TA-H2-GR Transformer Book is “up to eleven hours”. That’s probably with all power saving options turned on and under light work.
This model weighs 2.5 pounds in total, with weight split almost equally between the tablet and keyboard dock. Thickness of them combined is 1″.
The T100TA-H2-GR comes in gray color. The same configuration is available in red and white, too.
Specifications of the Asus Transformer Book T100TA-H2-GR
Here are the specs of the Asus Transformer Book T100TA-H2-GR with descriptions of its features. For comparison against other laptops, you can use the "Compare Specs" button.
Brand | Asus |
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Screen Size | 10.1-inch |
Screen Resolution | 1366x768 pixels HD This is an entry-level screen resolution, oftentimes found on budget laptops. It doesn't deliver picture sharpness and space on the screen like the Full HD or higher resolution laptop displays do. |
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 Atom Z3775 quad-core 1.46-2.39GHz 2MB cache (User Benchmark CPU score: 19) |
System Memory (RAM) Size | 2GB RAM 2GB RAM size is rare nowadays and makes laptops with it almost unusable due to the low capacity. The recommended size is at least 8GB. |
Data Storage | 64GB (Tablet) + 500GB (Dock) |
DVD Optical Drive | None |
Graphics (GPU) | Intel HD integrated graphics of low-end CPUs (only for the lightest gaming) |
Keyboard & Input | Non-backlit keyboard without dedicated number pad The keyboard has no backlit keys and no separate numeric pad you can usually 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 As usual, the device features a pair of built-in stereo speakers. |
Camera | Front-facing web camera Laptops usually feature a frontal webcam located on the display bezel. This laptop is no exception. |
Wi-Fi Wireless | 802.11N 802.11N is an old Wi-Fi standard, precursor of the 802.11AC and the latest 802.11AX with improved data transfer speeds and connectivity. 802.11N is rarely used in modern laptops. |
Ethernet Network Port | No This laptop has no Ethernet LAN port for wired internet and networking connectivity. |
Mobile broadband (4G LTE) | No |
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. |
USB Ports | 1 x micro USB 2.0 1 x USB 3.0 A standard full-size USB port. |
Video Output Ports | 1 x micro HDMI HDMI is a widely used digital video output port. You can find HDMI-in ports on most computer monitors and TVs. The laptop has a compact "micro" version of HDMI on its side. |
Media Card Reader | MicroSD card reader The laptop has a slot for MicroSD memory cards. These are small SD cards commonly used in smartphones. |
Other Features | Detachable keyboard included Free Copy of Microsoft (Office) Home & Student 2013 |
Battery | 2-Cell, "up to 11 hours" battery life |
Weight | 2.5 pounds |
Height | 0.9" |
Width | 10.4" |
Depth | 6.8" |
Windows Version | Windows 8.1 Windows 8.1 is eligible for free upgrade to Windows 10 Home. Check Windows.com for more info. |
Warranty | 1-year A typical laptop warranty. |
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