I’m cool now - BAPE x ASUS Vivobook S 15
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Check out the ASUS x A Bathing Ape Vivobook S 15 OLED Laptop at the links below: US: asus.com Global: asus.click Have you ever thought about what would happen if a tech company and a street-wear company collaborated and made a laptop together? Well, apparently, ASUS and BAPE did, which is how the BAPE x ASUS Vivobook S 15 came to be! Let's find out if this will convert Alex into a hype beast. Purchases made through some store links may provide some compensation to Linus Media Group. Want us to unbox something? Make a suggestion at lmg.gg ► GET MERCH: lttstore.com ► GET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT ON FLOATPLANE: lmg.gg ► SPONSORS, AFFILIATES, AND PARTNERS: lmg.gg ► PRODUCTS WE USE ON THE SHORTCIRCUIT SET: lmg.gg FOLLOW US ELSEWHERE --------------------------------------------------- Twitter: twitter.com Instagram: @shortcircuityt TikTok: @linustech Facebook: @ShortCircuitYT CHAPTERS --------------------------------------------------- 0:00 Intro 0:40 Unboxing 3:15 Exterior overview of the laptop 5:22 Checking out the carrying case 5:40 Turning on the laptop 6:16 Display specs and LABS testing 8:14 Quick mouse test 8:58 Keyboard impressions 9:40 So much POWER (internal specs) 11:55 Rocket League 13:15 Crab Rave 13:51 Webcam test 14:55 Inside the laptop 16:30 Pricing
The video opens with an unboxing and sponsorship segment for the ASUS x A Bathing Ape Vivobook S 15 OLED, focusing on the collaboration’s design language and packaging. The presenter examines the outer packaging, the camo motif, and the small Monkey Milo figurine that accompanies the laptop, noting how the accessories contribute to the hype while signaling a premium, fashion-forward product. He highlights the physical build quality of the laptop and its left-right I/O distribution, calling out the 90-watt power adapter and the choice of a barrel charger, which contrasts with USB-C power norms. The conversation shifts to the chassis and display, praising the 120 Hz OLED panel and the way ASUS integrates the BAPE aesthetic without compromising the laptop’s usability. In addition to visual design, the host discusses practicalities like a glass-topped trackpad with a hidden Milo logo, a well-organized carrying case, and the overall impression that ASUS has blended streetwear branding with a capable creator- and productivity-focused machine.
Topics · technology · laptops · unboxing · product_review
Questions answered
- What makes the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED BAPE edition stand out visually?
- The laptop features a distinctive BAPE camo design, a Milo figurine in the box, and a glass-topped trackpad with hidden branding, creating a premium, collectible look without compromising essential functionality.
- Is the battery life sufficient for daily use given the high-end display?
- Yes, the reviewer reports over 10 hours of battery life in endurance testing, highlighting efficient power management despite the 120 Hz OLED display and high-end CPU.
- Can this laptop handle gaming well, and what are the limitations?
- The device can run lighter and older titles at lower settings, but it is not equipped with a dedicated GPU by default, so performance is best for creative work and casual gaming rather than high-end gaming.
- What upgrade options are available for this model?
- The unit supports storage and Wi-Fi card upgrades through a removable M.2 slot and a Wi-Fi module, though some RAM is soldered and not user-replaceable on certain configurations.