Asus Zenbook 3 Vs MacBook: Zenbook 3 Better Than Apple's MacBook?

Asus Zenbook 3 and Apple's MacBook are known to be two of the thinnest laptops on the market. Asus Zenbook 3 and the MacBook have something to offer every discerning potential user.

According to Laptop, many consider Asus Zenbook 3 as a clone of "MacBook". This comparison is probably because of its ultra-slim build just like the MacBook but that is simply not the case altogether. Asus Zenbook 3stands out by having a full-power Core i5 and Core i7 making its Processor speed a class of its own.

The MacBook on the other hand also is considered a force be reckoned with. It is known to be a trendsetter for its sharp display, very good ergonomics (keyboard placing for typing) and excellent battery life. Asus Zenbook 3 is made of 6013 aluminum alloy which is said to be one the strongest materials Asus uses on their machines.

Asus Zenbook 3 is also ultra lightweight at 2 pounds and measures 11.65 x 7.5 0.47 inches. MacBook measurements are 11.04 x 7.74 x 0.14-0.52 inches and is slightly heavier compared to Asus Zenbook 3. For the style savvy, MacBook comes in 4 different colors while Asus Zenbook 3 with 3 colors. Asus Zenbook 3'sscreen is slightly bigger at 12.5 inches compared to MacBook's 12 inches.

Given that Asus Zenbook 3 has a bigger display, it is not as sharp compared to MacBook. Asus Zenbook 3's display is 1920 x 1080 pixels compared to MacBook's impressive 2304 x 1440 pixels because of its Retina display.

Digital Trends then had a conclusion that Apple's MacBook is definitely worth the high praises for its performance, power and elegance but with a higher price tag. Asus Zenbook 3 also delivers with Core i5 or Core i7 making it one of the faster ultra slim laptops ever available but $300 US less than MacBook.

If the price is not an issue and brand is of the essence, then a buyer will never go wrong with a MacBook. For the entry level buyer, who desires to also a have an ultra slim laptop for portability but still packed with state-of-the-art features, the Asus Zenbook 3 is the best option.