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ASUS Vivo AiO V221IDGK-BA014T All-in-One PC/workstation review

ASUS Vivo AiO V221IDGK-BA014T. Product type: All-in-One PC. Display diagonal: 54.6 cm (21.5"), HD type: Full HD, Display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels. Processor family: IntelĀ® PentiumĀ®, Processor frequency: 1.5 GHz. Internal memory: 4 GB, Internal memory type: DDR3L-SDRAM. Total storage capacity: 500 GB, Storage media: HDD. Discrete graphics adapter model: NVIDIAĀ® GeForceĀ® 920MX. Built-in camera. Optical drive type: DVD Super Multi. Operating system installed: Windows 10 Home. Product colour: Black

See the beauty. Feel the sound


The stunningly beautiful Vivo AiO V221 all-in-one PC is the slimmest-ever Vivo AiO, with a truly extraordinary audio system. Featuring advanced audio technology that includes transmission-line speakers and smart amplifiers, Vivo AiO V221 immerses you in amazingly powerful, high-quality sound for the ultimate multimedia experience.

Beauty Eye-catchingly slim, timelessly elegant

Measuring just 7.2mm thin at its edges, Vivo AiO V221 is the slimmest-ever model in the Vivo AiO series. Itā€™s an all-in-one PC thatā€™s designed to be seen, not hidden, and itā€™s available in your choice of stylish white or classic black to enhance any dĆ©cor.

Beauty Seamless, effortless

Vivo AiO V221ā€™s simple yet elegant integrated stand is sculpted from a single piece of aluminum. Itā€™s designed for complete stability and a graceful appearance, with a shape based on the Chinese character äŗŗ , for ā€˜humanā€™. The perfectly balanced hinge keeps Vivo AiO V221ā€™s screen firmly in place, while allowing you to tilt it effortlessly to the most comfortable angle.

Display Vibrant and vivid!

Vivo AiO V221 has a backlit 21.5-inch LED widescreen display that makes everything more vibrant and vivid. Exclusive ASUS Splendid technology ensures true-to-life colorsā€”whether itā€™s an image of a sunset, a clear blue sky, or subtle skin tones. The Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution produces incredible detail for games and movies, while ASUS Tru2Life Video technology optimizes sharpness and contrast for every pixel in every frame for clearer, more realistic videos.

CPU Blitz through everyday tasks with the latest IntelĀ® processors

Powered by the latest energy-efficient IntelĀ® processors, Vivo AiO V221 is up to 30% faster than previous generations. So whatever task is at hand, youā€™ll finish it quicker! Vivo AiO V221 is the perfect choice for all your everyday computing needs, whether you want to surf the Web, watch videos or just catch up with your email.

GPU Faster, smoother graphics

Vivo AiO V221 features up to NVIDIAĀ® GeForceĀ® 920MX discrete graphics for performance thatā€™s up to 3.8x faster than integrated graphics, so you can create HD videos in less time, save time editing photos, and enjoy super-smooth video streaming.

Smart-Amplifier & Transmission-line speakers Truly extraordinary sound

For amazingly immersive multimedia experiences, weā€™ve added some truly extraordinary technology into Vivo AiO V221ā€™s audio system. Powerful front stereo speakers use an advanced transmission-line design ā€” rarely seen outside audio laboratories ā€” to deliver pure, undistorted bass via long and complex computer-designed acoustic chambers that are 2.5x larger than standard chambers. Each speaker is driven by a smart amplifier that intelligently monitors and controls voice-coil movement. This allows the speakers to be driven harder ā€” in fact, 3x louder than they would be with a normal amplifier ā€” without any risk of audio distortion or physical damage. The result is smooth, powerful bass and clear, full-range sound that has to be heard to be believed.

SonicMaster Premium High-fidelity sound, expertly optimized

Exclusive ASUS SonicMaster Premium technology gives Vivo AiO V221 better-than-ever audio quality. SonicMaster Premium makes the most of the powerful integrated audio hardware, using fine-tuned software to deliver sound thatā€™s unlike anything youā€™ve ever heard from an all-in-one PC, with deep, rich bass and crystal-clear vocals ā€” even at high volume levels.

AudioWizard Easy audio optimization

The exclusive ASUS AudioWizard offers five selectable modes that make it easy to customize audio settings. Music mode brings favorite songs to life; Movie mode provides a true cinematic experience; Recording mode produces dynamic, crystal-clear recordings; Gaming mode adds a new dimension of enjoyment to favorite games; and Speech mode makes voices clear and robust.

Array Microphones Capture your true voice


Connectivity Faster, more convenient connections

Vivo AiO V221 has four rear-mounted USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports for high-speed data transfers that are up to 10x faster than USB 2.0. And for your convenience, thereā€™s also a side-mounted USB 2.0 port. Ultra-fast dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi lets you connect Vivo AiO V221 to any wireless network at the best possible speed, and with less interference. With a maximum speed of 867Mbps, itā€™s almost as fast as a wired network! For smooth, supersized entertainment, the full-size HDMI-out port lets you connect Vivo AiO V221 to a big-screen HDTV or monitor using just a single cable.

Awards ASUS Desktops ā€” Most recommended Windows desktop brand

Innovation, design and reliability are at the heart of all ASUS computers. Winning Readers' Choice for overall satisfaction for the second year in a row, and for the third successive year in the home category, is proof that ASUS is better at delivering what customers want than rival Windows desktop PC companies. As PCMag.com* says: ā€œIf you want a Windows desktop PC, ASUS is the best choiceā€.

ASUS Vivo AiO V221IDGK-BA014T All-in-One PC/workstation specs

Display

Screen shape: Flat
LED backlight: yes
HD type: Full HD
Touchscreen: no
Display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels
Display diagonal: 54.6 cm (21.5")

Processor

ECC supported by processor: no
Memory channels supported by processor: Dual
Memory clock speeds supported by processor: 1866,2400 MHz
Memory types supported by processor: DDR3L, LPDDR3-SDRAM, LPDDR4-SDRAM
Conflict-Free processor: yes
Maximum internal memory supported by processor: 8 GB
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes: 6
PCI Express configurations: 1x2,1x2+2x1
PCI Express slots version: 2.0
Processor code: SR2ZA
Processor codename: Apollo Lake
Processor lithography: 14 nm
Processor operating modes: 64-bit
Processor series: Intel Pentium Processor J4000 Series for Desktop
Processor socket: BGA 1296
Stepping: B1
Tjunction: 105 Ā°C
Thermal Design Power (TDP): 10 W
Processor cache type: Smart Cache
Processor cache: 2 MB
Processor threads: 4
Processor cores: 4
Processor boost frequency: 2.6 GHz
Processor frequency: 1.5 GHz
Processor model: J4205
Processor family: IntelĀ® PentiumĀ®
Processor manufacturer: Intel

Memory

Memory clock speed: 1600 MHz
Maximum internal memory: 4 GB
Internal memory type: DDR3L-SDRAM
Internal memory: 4 GB

Storage

Compatible memory cards: SD,SDHC,SDXC
Card reader integrated: yes
Optical drive type: DVD Super Multi
Storage media: HDD
Total storage capacity: 500 GB

Graphics

Number of execution units: 18
Maximum on-board graphics adapter memory: 8 GB
Number of displays supported (on-board graphics): 3
On-board graphics adapter base frequency: 250 MHz
On-board graphics adapter burst frequency: 800 MHz
On-board graphics adapter model: IntelĀ® HD Graphics 505
On-board graphics adapter: yes
Discrete graphics adapter memory: 2 GB
Discrete graphics adapter model: NVIDIAĀ® GeForceĀ® 920MX
Discrete graphics adapter: yes

Audio

Audio system: Sonic Master Premium
RMS rated power: 6 W
Built-in speaker(s): yes

Camera

Total megapixels: 1 MP
Built-in camera: yes

Network

Bluetooth version: 4.1
Bluetooth: yes
Ethernet LAN data rates: 10,100,1000 Mbit/s
Ethernet LAN: yes
Wi-Fi standards: 802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi: yes

Ports & interfaces

DC-in jack: yes
Combo headphone/mic port: yes
Microphone in: no
HDMI ports quantity: 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity: 4
USB 2.0 ports quantity: 1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 1

Design

Cable lock slot: yes
Cable lock slot type: Kensington
Product colour: Black

Performance

Product type: All-in-One PC

Software

Operating system installed: Windows 10 Home

Processor special features

CPU configuration (max): 1
Embedded options available: no
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology: yes
Execute Disable Bit: yes
Idle States: yes
Intel 64: yes
Intel Clear Video Technology: yes
Intel Enhanced Halt State: yes
Intel Identity Protection Technology version: 1.00
Intel Rapid Storage Technology: no
Intel Secure Boot: yes
Intel Secure Boot Technology version: 1.00
Intel Secure Key Technology version: 1.00
Intel Small Business Advantage (SBA) version: 0.00
Intel Smart Connect Technology: no
Intel Smart Connect Technology version: 0.00
Intel Smart Response Technology version: 0.00
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP): no
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version: 0.00
Intel Trusted Execution Technology: no
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT): yes
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x): yes
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d): yes
IntelĀ® AES New Instructions (IntelĀ® AES-NI): yes
IntelĀ® Anti-Theft Technology (IntelĀ® AT): no
IntelĀ® Clear Video HD Technology (IntelĀ® CVT HD): yes
IntelĀ® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID): yes
IntelĀ® High Definition Audio (IntelĀ® HD Audio): yes
IntelĀ® Hyper Threading Technology (IntelĀ® HT Technology): no
IntelĀ® Identity Protection Technology (IntelĀ® IPT): yes
IntelĀ® InTruā„¢ 3D Technology: no
IntelĀ® Insiderā„¢: no
IntelĀ® OS Guard: no
IntelĀ® Quick Sync Video Technology: yes
IntelĀ® Secure Key: yes
IntelĀ® Small Business Advantage (IntelĀ® SBA): no
IntelĀ® Smart Response Technology: no
IntelĀ® Turbo Boost Technology: N
IntelĀ® Wireless Display (IntelĀ® WiDi): no
Processor ARK ID: 95591
Processor package size: 24 x 31 mm
Thermal Monitoring Technologies: yes
UART: yes

Power

AC adapter power: 90 W

Pen

Pen included: no

Weight & dimensions

Depth (without stand): 4.7 cm
Weight (with stand): 4.65 kg
Height (with stand): 398 mm
Depth (with stand): 165 mm
Width (with stand): 514 mm

Packaging content

Mouse included: no

Other features

Autonomy mode: no
Detachable display: no