Asus Transformer Book TX300 "world's thinnest convertible Windows 8 notebook" launched in India

Asus has announced the launch of Transformer Book TX300 convertible notebook in India.

Asus Transformer Book TX300 comes with a 13.3-inch full-HD multi-touch display that can be detached such that a device functions as a tablet. The TX300 is powered by a 1.7GHz third-generation Intel Core processor alongside 4GB RAM. It features a 500GB hard disk in the base unit (keyboard/ dock) and 128GB SSD storage that's accessible in the tablet mode as well. The tablet is just 4mm thick at its thinnest, and the dock just 3mm at its slimmest point, prompting Asus to call the TX300 "world's thinnest convertible Windows 8 notebook."

Connectivity options on the Asus Transformer Book TX300 include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 and 2 x USB 3.0 ports. It comes with a 5-megapixel rear camera and HD front camera. The TX300 comes with a 3,120mAh battery in the base unit and a 5,000mAh battery in the tablet mode.

Commenting on the launch, Apratim Sharma, Country Product Manager, System Business Group, Asus India, said, "The Asus Design Centre starts with what people need and want and crafts perfect solutions that are aesthetic, integrated, intuitive and sustainable. The Asus Transformer Book supports this belief to the fullest and we are positive that the world's thinnest Window 8 detachable tablet cum notebook will stun the masses in the way it has been designed to."

Asus Transformer Book TX300 runs Windows 8 Professional and is available for a MRP of Rs. 91,999.

Asus Transformer Book TX300 technical specifications

• 13.3-inch full-HD multi-touch
• 1.7GHz third-generation Intel Core processor
• 4GB RAM
• 128GB SSD storage, 500GB hard disk
• 5-megapixel rear camera, HD front camera
• 1 x COMBO audio jack
• 2 x USB 3.0 ports
• 1 x RJ45 LAN Jack for LAN insert
• 1 x micro HDMI
• 1 x Docking Connector
• 1 x mini Display Port
• 1 x SD card reader
• Windows 8 Professional