ASUS unveils 1.2 kg ultra-light AI laptop, the Zenbook 14

[Financial News] ASUS said on the 9th that it will launch the 14-inch artificial intelligence (AI) laptop, the Zenbook 14, featuring a new design and colors. The laptop is designed to enhance portability with its light weight and long battery life, while strengthening its on-device AI capabilities.
The Zenbook 14 lineup includes models equipped with Intel Core Ultra and Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) Ryzen AI processors. Depending on the model, it weighs 1.2 kg and supports a battery life of up to 30 hours and USB-C-based fast charging.
The lid is made with ASUS's proprietary ceramic material, Ceraluminum. The material offers improved resistance to scratches, smudges and everyday wear. Two new colors inspired by nature are available, including Arctic Blue and Komodo Coral.
Processor options include the Core Ultra 7 based on Intel Core Ultra Series 3 and the AMD Ryzen AI 7. The neural processing unit (NPU) delivers up to 50 TOPS (50 trillion operations per second), enabling users to make use of AI features in a range of settings, including document work, content creation and multitasking.
The display features a 14-inch WUXGA organic light-emitting diode (OLED) panel with a 16:10 aspect ratio. It offers a range of connectivity ports, including USB-C, USB-A and HDMI; Intel models support Thunderbolt 4, while AMD models support USB4 Type-C. The cooling system has also been improved to support up to 35 W of thermal design power (TDP).
Other features include dual speakers with Dolby Atmos support, a smart gesture touchpad and an infrared (IR) camera. The laptop also supports Windows Hello facial recognition and Microsoft Pluton security features.


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