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Laptop Asus K42JY

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The Asus K42JY laptop is a versatile model designed to meet the needs of users looking for a powerful and reliable machine. Equipped with an Intel® Core™ i5-480M processor with a frequency of 2.66 GHz, it offers smooth multitasking management thanks to its 2 cores and 4 threads.

With 4 Go DDR3 of RAM and a 500 Go HDD, the K42JY allows for a large amount of file storage while ensuring satisfactory performance. Its 14-inch screen with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels provides a pleasant visual experience. The LED backlighting allows for better visibility in low-light environments.

For connectivity, this laptop has several ports, including 3 USB 2.0 ports, an HDMI port, and a VGA port, making it easy to connect external devices. The Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Ethernet port ensure fast and reliable network connections.

The design of the K42JY, in sleek black, is both modern and functional. Weighing 2.2 kg, it is light enough to be easily transported. Its 4400 mAh battery provides reasonable autonomy, allowing for prolonged use without interruption.

In summary, the Asus K42JY is a laptop suitable for users looking for a powerful and practical device for everyday tasks such as office work, internet browsing, and entertainment.

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Editorial note

The Asus K42JY stands out for its solid performance, thanks to its Intel® Core™ i5-480M processor, offering a frequency of 2.66 GHz, making it efficient for everyday tasks. Its generous storage capacity of 500 GB allows for the retention of a large amount of data and multimedia files without space concerns. The 14-inch screen with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels and LED backlighting ensures a pleasant visual experience. However, there are some drawbacks to note. Although the processor is suitable for common applications, it may seem outdated for users with higher performance needs, such as video editing or recent gaming. Additionally, the maximum memory of 8 GB may be insufficient when running multiple heavy applications simultaneously. The lack of Bluetooth connectivity limits wireless options, and the screen resolution, while adequate, may not meet the expectations of modern users. Finally, the 5400 RPM hard drive can lead to longer loading times compared to faster drives. In terms of user experience, the score is good at 80, thanks to the screen and the 4400 mAh battery life, which allows for extended use. The modern black design is well-rated at 75, although it lacks some connectivity options. In terms of value for money, the product receives a score of 78, offering a good balance for its features, even if it may be limited for advanced users. The features, while adequate, receive a score of 65 due to the absence of Bluetooth and the speed of the hard drive. Overall, the Asus K42JY is a solid laptop for users looking for a reliable machine for everyday tasks, but it may not be suitable for those with more demanding needs.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is good thanks to the 14-inch screen and LED backlighting, providing pleasant visibility, but the resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels may seem limited for some modern content.

Performance

The Intel® Core™ i5-480M processor delivers solid performance for everyday tasks, but it may feel outdated for more demanding applications like video editing or recent games.

Battery life

The battery life is satisfactory thanks to a 4400 mAh battery, allowing for prolonged use without interruption, which is ideal for mobile users.

Design

The modern black design is attractive and fits well in various environments, although the lack of certain connectivity options like Bluetooth may be a drawback.

Value for money

With a storage capacity of 500 GB and adequate performance for its price, the Asus K42JY represents good value for money, although it may be limited for advanced users.

Features

The features are decent, with various USB and HDMI ports, but the absence of Bluetooth and the 5400 RPM hard drive speed may affect convenience and overall performance.

Advantages

High-performance Intel® Core™ i5 processor

Generous 500 GB storage

Bright and pleasant 14-inch display

Multiple ports for varied connectivity

Modern and sleek design in black

Extended battery life with 4400 mAh battery

Disadvantages

Aging processor for intensive tasks

Maximum 8 GB memory insufficient

Lack of Bluetooth for modern connectivity

Low screen resolution for multimedia

Slow hard drive hindering performance

Technical Specifications K42JY

General Information

Processor

  • Processor family
    Intel® Core™ i5
  • Processor model
    i5-480M
  • Computer bus
    2.5 GT/s
  • Processor frequency
    2.66 GHz
  • Processor cache type
    Smart Cache
  • Processor cache memory
    3 MB
  • System bus processor
    - MHz
  • Processor socket (processor receptacle)
    BGA 1288
  • Processor Turbo Frequency
    2.93 GHz
  • Number of processor cores
    2
  • Number of processor threads
    4
  • Processor lithography
    32 nm
  • Processor operating modes
    64-bit
  • Stepping
    K0
  • Bus type
    DMI
  • Processor code name
    Arrandale
  • Parity FSB
    No
  • Thermal envelope (TDP, Thermal Design Power)
    35 W
  • Processor series
    Intel Core i5-400 Series
  • Parity FSB
    No
  • Maximum number of PCI Express lanes
    16
  • Version of PCI Express locations
    2.0
  • PCI Express Configurations
    1x16
  • Tjunction
    105 °C
  • Number of Treatment Transistors Die
    382 M
  • CPU Multiplier
    20
  • Size of the processing chip
    81 mm²
  • Processor manufacturer
    Intel
  • Processor generation
    Intel® Core™ i5 4th generation

Representation / realization

  • Motherboard chipset
    Intel® HM55 Express

Storage support

  • Hard drive capacity
    500 GB
  • Storage media
    HDD
  • Hard drive interface
    SATA
  • Hard disk rotation speed
    5400 RPM
  • Hard drive capacity
    500 GB
  • Number of installed hard drives
    1
  • Built-in memory card reader
    Yes
  • Compatible memory cards
    MMC, SD
  • Optical reader
    DVD Super Multi

Screen

  • Screen size
    14 "
  • Screen resolution
  • Image format
    1366 x 768 pixels
  • LED backlighting
    16:9
  • Yes

Other features

  • Screen
    LCD
  • Graphics adapter family
    AMD
  • Infrared port
    No
  • Video Input
    0
  • Power adapter included
    Yes
  • Type
    PC

Memory

  • Internal memory
    4 GB
  • Memory locations
    2x SO-DIMM
  • Type of internal memory
    DDR3-SDRAM
  • Maximum internal memory
    8 GB
  • Memory frequency
    1333 MHz

Graphique

  • Integrated graphics adapter family
    Intel® HD Graphics
  • Distinct graphics adapter model
    AMD Radeon HD 6470M
  • Base frequency of integrated graphics card
    500 MHz
  • Dynamic frequency (max) of integrated graphics card
    766 MHz
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • Integrated graphics adapter family
    Intel® HD Graphics

Audio

  • Built-in microphone
    Yes
  • Audio system
    HDA
  • Number of built-in speakers
    2

Keyboard

  • Numeric keypad
    Yes
  • Full keyboard
    No
  • Pointing device
    Touchpad

Camera

  • Front camera resolution (digital)
    0.3 MP

Network

  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Wifi standards
    802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Wiring technology
    10/100/1000Base-T(X)
  • Bluetooth
    No
  • Network features
    Gigabit Ethernet, WLAN
  • Wi-Fi standard
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)

Software

  • Installed operating system
    Windows 7 Home Premium
  • Operating System Architecture
    64-bit

Connectivity

  • Microphone jack input
    Yes
  • Quantity of HDMI ports
    1
  • Quantity of HDMI ports
    1
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Quantity of USB 2.0 Ports
    3
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Quantity of HDMI ports
    1
  • Microphone jack input
    Yes
  • Welcome connector
    No
  • Welcome connector
    No
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Welcome connector
    No
  • Welcome connector
    No
  • Quantity of HDMI ports
    1
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Welcome connector
    No
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Ports (RJ11) of the modem
    0
  • Charging port type
    DC-in jack

Weight and dimensions

  • Weight
    2200 g
  • Width
    349 mm
  • Depth
    238 mm
  • Height (front)
    30 mm
  • Height (rear)
    36.5 mm

Security

  • Cable anti-theft lock
    Yes
  • Cable lock location type
    Kensington

Battery

  • Battery capacity
    4400 mAh
  • Number of battery cells
    6
  • Battery capacity
    47 Wh

Design

  • Product color
    Black

Special features of the processor

  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Processor packaging size
    rPGA 37.5x 37.5, BGA 34x28 mm
  • Supported instruction set
    SSE4.1, SSE4.2
  • Processor code
    SLC26
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Physical Address Extension (PAE)
    36 bit
  • CPU Configuration (max)
    1
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Graphic lithography and IMC
    45 nm
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
    Yes
  • Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
    1.0
  • Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
    No
  • Processor ID ARK
    52952

Frequently Asked Questions

What factors influence download speed on the Internet?
Download speed on the Internet is determined by the type of connection you have. For example, if you have a 25 Mb/s connection, it means that in theory, you should be able to download 25 MB per second.
What are the dimensions of my laptop screen?
The size of your laptop is usually indicated in inches, knowing that one inch equals 2.54 centimeters. This measurement corresponds to the diagonal of the screen, which you should measure from the bottom left corner to the top right corner.
What does the acronym HDMI stand for?
HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. An HDMI cable allows for the transmission of audio and video signals between different devices.
What is the best method to clean my laptop?
To remove fingerprints, a clean, slightly damp cloth is recommended. For dusting hard-to-reach areas, using compressed air is advised.
How can I clean my keyboard?
To clean your keyboard, tilt it and use a can of compressed air to remove dirt. The keys can also be cleaned with a slightly damp cloth.
What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth allows for wireless data transmission between electronic devices via radio waves. Generally, the range of this technology can reach about ten meters.
What is the weight of the Asus K42JY?
The Asus K42JY weighs 2200 g.
What is the screen size of the Asus K42JY?
The screen of the Asus K42JY measures 14 inches.
What is the resolution of the Asus K42JY screen?
The resolution of the Asus K42JY screen is 1366 x 768 pixels.
What are the width dimensions of the Asus K42JY?
The Asus K42JY has a width of 349 mm.
What is the depth of the Asus K42JY?
The Asus K42JY has a depth of 238 mm.
Is the manual for the Asus K42JY available in French?
Unfortunately, the manual for the Asus K42JY is not available in French. It is only available in English.

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General Information

The Asus K42JY is a laptop from the Asus brand, known for the quality and innovation of its products. This model, identified as K42JY | K42JY-A1, offers reliable performance and an enhanced user experience. The associated EAN code, 0722527618659 and 0884840785392, allows for unique identification in the distribution network.

Processor

Equipped with an Intel® Core™ i5-480M processor, the K42JY ensures solid performance for everyday tasks. With a frequency of 2.66 GHz and a bus speed of 2.5 GT/s, it facilitates quick communication between components. The processor has 2 cores and 4 threads, optimizing multitasking. Its Smart Cache of 3 MB further improves data access. It also features a Turbo frequency of up to 2.93 GHz.

Representation / Implementation

The motherboard uses the Intel® HM55 Express chipset, ensuring efficient resource management and optimal performance.

Storage Support

With a total capacity of 500 GB, the HDD features a SATA interface, allowing for quick data access. Its rotational speed of 5400 RPM may lead to longer loading times compared to faster drives. The integrated card reader supports MMC and SD formats, while the DVD Super Multi drive ensures versatile reading capabilities.

Screen

The 14-inch screen has a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels, providing decent display quality thanks to its LED backlighting, ideal for everyday use.

Other Features

The K42JY is equipped with an LCD screen that guarantees a satisfying visual experience. In terms of graphics, it integrates a AMD Radeon HD 6470M graphics adapter and Intel® HD Graphics, allowing for adequate graphical performance. Connectivity includes various ports, such as an HDMI port and several USB ports, facilitating integration with other devices.

Memory

The model is equipped with 4 GB of DDR3-SDRAM, expandable up to 8 GB, providing a good balance for most applications. With a frequency of 1333 MHz, this memory allows for smooth usage, although intensive users may find this capacity limited.

Audio

The stereo audio system is complemented by two built-in speakers, offering satisfactory sound quality. An integrated microphone allows for clear communications during calls.

Keyboard

The touchpad of the K42JY offers smooth navigation, although it does not feature a numeric keypad or a full keyboard.

Network

The K42JY supports Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n for reliable wireless connectivity and also includes an Ethernet port for stable wired connections. However, the absence of Bluetooth limits wireless connectivity options.

Software

Pre-installed with Windows 7 Home Premium, the computer uses a 64-bit architecture, optimizing resource management and performance.

Battery

The 4400 mAh battery with 6 cells ensures extended battery life, allowing for prolonged use without frequent recharging.

Design

Its sleek black design easily adapts to various work or leisure environments, combining functionality and aesthetics.

Dimensions and Weight

Weighing 2200 g, the K42JY is easily portable. Its dimensions of 349 mm wide, 238 mm deep, and 30 mm high at the front contribute to its ergonomics.

Security

Although it does not have a security cable port, it includes a Kensington lock system to protect the device against theft.