Buzz
In modern office environments, utilizing an All in One (AiO) computer brings about a more organized and convenient workspace. Moreover, for specific needs such as reception areas, check-in counters, or patient reception desks, AiO computers prove to be user-friendly, compact, and straightforward, enabling seamless operation and communication. The ASUS A3402 is one such AiO system, designed with elegant aesthetics and delivering satisfactory performance for office tasks.Design
Upon first impression using ASUS A3402, the screen stands out - where users interact most of the time, greatly influencing the overall experience. The ASUS A3402 screen is quite stunning thanks to its 3 NanoEdge ultra-thin bezels on 2 sides and the top. The thin bezel design provides excellent visual experience and makes the workspace feel spacious, seamless compared to typical thick bezels.
ASUS A3402 comes in 2 options: black and white, however, the stand features a similarly styled design as well as a metallic light color. This stand utilizes thick, sturdy aluminum material, creating an aesthetically pleasing focal point for the product. Beneath the stand, there is a rubber strip to prevent slipping, ensuring excellent stability on the desktop. The neutral color options make A3402 suitable for various usage spaces, adding elegance when placed on work desks or reception counters.
Accompanying the machine is a ton-sur-ton wireless keyboard and mouse combo to deliver uniformity and aesthetics during usage. With the white version of A3402 in this experience review, the wireless keyboard and mouse set also matches in color, featuring a slim design and using replaceable batteries. The keyboard-mouse set shares a single signal receiver, simplifying connection, convenient operation, and neat setup. The accompanying keyboard-mouse set has a battery indicator light, which illuminates when the battery is low, making it more convenient to monitor and replace batteries. If not in use, it is advisable to remove the batteries to avoid leakage damage to the device. The typing experience is relatively decent for office needs, however, for frequent text input, users may consider equipping a high-quality mechanical keyboard to enhance work productivity and better tactile feel. Overall, the accompanying keyboard-mouse set will meet basic needs.
Specifications
ASUS A3402 boasts an Intel Core 12th generation Alder Lake U Series processor, an energy-efficient CPU line that still delivers ample performance for multitasking office needs. Specifically, the system in question features the Intel Core i5-1235U processor, comprising 2 Performance cores, 8 Efficient cores, with a maximum clock speed of 4.4 GHz, and a TDP ranging from 15 W to 55 W. The machine comes pre-installed with Windows 11, equipped with 8 GB DDR4-3200 RAM (Micron SO-DIMM), and 512 GB SSD storage (Intel) for smooth user experience. Typically, AiO computers have limitations regarding expandability, but the ASUS A3402 is different. The company has prepared excellent upgrade capabilities for the A3402 with 2 RAM slots, meaning users can add another 8 GB stick for a total of 16 GB, or upgrade the entire memory capacity. Regarding storage, the machine supports up to 1 M.2 slot for SSD and 1 SATA port for a standard 2.5-inch hard drive.
The top edge of the screen is designed to protrude, housing a 720p quality webcam and a microphone system. ASUS incorporates 2-way AI Noise Cancelling technology to enhance video calls or online meetings, ensuring clearer and easier-to-hear voices, unaffected by surrounding noise. This feature can be easily activated through the MyASUS software or by pressing a shortcut key on the keyboard.
Besides the power port, LAN RJ45, and USB ports, the ASUS A3402 also integrates 2 HDMI ports, 1 output port, and 1 input port, turning it into a detached screen when needed. This is a clever design point, enhancing flexibility in office environments, allowing for workspace expansion with personal laptops, for example. Expanding display space with an additional monitor or using the ASUS A3402 as a secondary screen is easily achievable, enhancing flexibility for various needs and usage scenarios.Visuals, Sound
The integrated screen of ASUS A3402 measures 23.8 inches, with Full HD resolution, IPS panel for wide viewing angles, and accurate color reproduction. ASUS applies an anti-glare coating to ensure good usability in various environmental conditions, especially in well-lit offices or areas with overhead or natural lighting, ensuring minimal distraction or impact on display performance. The screen brightness is 250 nits, meeting requirements adequately.
Users also have the option to upgrade to a multi-touch screen on the ASUS A3402 model. The touch feature will be very convenient for data entry tasks, especially when used for positions such as receptionists, cashiers, healthcare... For such specific tasks, especially when communicating with customers while entering data, touching to input numbers directly on the screen will be simpler and more comfortable than typing on a keyboard.
At the bottom edge of the screen is the integrated speaker position. The machine has 2 built-in speakers combined with Dolby Atmos and ASUS SonicMaster technology to further enhance sound reproduction capabilities, providing an impressive entertainment experience. Experience shows that the speakers have good quality, enough to relax gently with music or watch YouTube.Warranty Service
The ASUS A3402 comes with a 2-year warranty, with the first year offering on-site support and the following year providing doorstep delivery service. This warranty scheme aims to minimize the effort and time required by users when encountering product issues. For business customers, there is an option to extend the warranty up to 5 years, along with choices such as full-time on-site warranty, protection against accidental damage, and retaining faulty hard drives (suitable for businesses requiring information security).
The ASUS A3402, as mentioned earlier, has a price range of approximately 20 million Vietnamese dong, which varies based on configuration and other options. The machine boasts an elegant, beautiful, and compact design, suitable for office tasks, especially for needs such as reception desks, cashier stations, or healthcare facilities.
