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ASUS launches affordable OLED Vivobook Go 15 exclusively in Australia
Wed, 18th Oct 2023

ASUS, a leading technology manufacturer, has announced the launch of the Vivobook Go 15 OLED, a new entry-level laptop model limited to the Australian market. This affordable laptop continues ASUS' drive to make OLED screen technology widely accessible. Embodying the company's mantra of "OLED for everyone", the Vivobook Go 15 OLED is designed to appeal to everyday users who need a versatile but portable device.

The Vivobook range is specifically engineered to accommodate users' needs for multitasking devices, from streaming apps to content creation. The Go 15 OLED model offers a compact design ideal for Australian consumers who need a device that can cater to productivity and entertainment needs while one is on the move. The inclusion of this model, priced at $999 AUD or less, into the ASUS' lifestyle range of laptops seeks to cater to the growing demand for premier display technology in Australia.

"In line with ASUS' vision to make "OLED for everyone", a mantra that reflects our goal to make this industry-leading display technology more affordable and therefore more accessible, while still retaining superior quality and performance, this Vivobook acts as an ideal entry point to OLED technology," says Bradley Howe, Head of Consumer, ASUS Australia.

The Vivobook Go 15 OLED boasts the latest Windows 11 Home operating system and is powered by up to an AMD Ryzen 5 7520U Mobile Processor. This laptop also features up to an AMD Radeon GPU, 16GB of speedy LDDR5 memory, and 512GB PCIe 3.0 SSD for ample storage. Superior connectivity is also offered, with comprehensive I/O ports, including USB-C 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port, USB 2.0, HDMI output, and an audio combo jack. These functionalities ensure users can easily connect their existing peripherals, displays and projectors.

Implementing ASUS Lumina OLED technology, the name 'Lumina OLED' underlines the unique advantages of ASUS OLED displays, providing a visual experience superior to traditional OLED displays. The Vivobook Go 15 also supports fast charging that can charge a low battery to 60% in just 49 minutes, while the ASUS SonicMaster and DTS Audio Processing offer powerful, crystal-clear sound for an immersive experience.

The laptop also includes a physical webcam privacy shield for security and a precision-engineered 180 lay-flat hinge for easy content sharing. It also meets the US MIL-STD-810H military-grade standard for durability, providing a reliable and durable laptop experience.

ASUS Lumina OLED technology also offers a host of other unique benefits, such as Eye Care Support, Colour Accuracy, Perfect Blacks, True to Life Visuals, Precision in Work and reliable durability. The Vivobook Go 15 OLED is available in Harvey Norman and Officeworks stores priced between $999 and $1,299.