The ASUS VivoBook 13 Slate just dropped to less than $300 on Amazon

Amazon often launches fair discounts on a wide variety of laptops and hybrid devices, and even though we’ve just entered the new year, now is no exception. 

We’ve found a deal for the ASUS VivoBook 13 Slate, a 2-in-1 OLED laptop that can also be used as a tablet. Generally, this model is sold for approximately $600, but for now, Amazon is offering 50% off the typical RRP, bringing the cost down to just under $300. 

The ASUS VivoBook 13 Slate comes with a 13.3-inch OLED touchscreen display, an Intel Pentium N6000 processor, 4GB RAM, and 128GB eMMC storage. Furthermore, the VivoBook’s screen and keyboard are detachable, allowing the device to be used as a traditional laptop, tablet, or in a stand mode. The laptop operates on Windows 11 Home. 

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The ASUS VivoBook 13 Slate doesn’t have the highest specifications on the market, for sure, but considering its affordable price point — especially while on sale — and the flexibility on offer, this device would suit both educational and work purposes. 

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