ASUS Philippines just launched the newest ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED and ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 today (March 23, 2021) and we’re stoked to see them up-close as these laptops promise to give us the “power of more” with its top-notch performance, extreme portability, and unique style for the next level of uncompromised productivity.

KC Concepcion, a super go-getter, shared how the ASUS Zenbook 13 OLED fits into her lifestyle and profession, as she goes on in making a name for herself in the bespoke jewelry industry. It is important for her to see the world in vivid colors, hence the ASUS ZenBook 13’s FHD OLED screen gives her a stunning viewing experience. Erwan Huessaff, a multi-faceted professional, entrepreneur and content creator, also walked us through the newest ASUS ZenBook Duo 14, and how this laptop has brought his multitasking skills to a whole new level with the new Tilting ScreenPad Plus and ScreenXpert User Interface (UI).

NOTABLE FEATURES

ASUS ZENBOOK DUO 14

• Evolved ZenBook Duo Design: The ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 went through an internal layout redesign in order to enable an ErgoLift and Active Aerodynamic System (AAS) Plus hinge, which lifts the ScreenPad Plus to a more ergonomic angle, while accommodating a set of top-end, high-performance components. The asymmetric-circle trademark ZenBook pattern gives it a modern and sophisticated appearance. It weighs only 1.6 kg and is 16.9 mm slim, which is 50gr lighter and 3 mm slimmer than the previous generation.
• New Tilting ScreenPad Plus: The 2021 ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 now features a new hinge design that incorporates the Active Aerodynamic System (AAS) Plus thermal system, which lifts the 12.6-inch ScreenPad Plus by up to 7 degrees, and the laptop itself off the desk to optimize cooling performance. A new and improved ScreenXpert User Interface (UI) and shortcuts along with several new apps enable a more intuitive interaction between the main display and the ScreenPad Plus. It also comes with an ASUS Pen that will surely help you create with more ease.
• New ScreenXpert Control Center: ScreenPad Plus now features a brand-new Control Center UI and is now a lot snappier. Users can adjust the location of the Control Center and snap it to the right, left, or bottom, according to preference. A new Control Center button makes it possible to minimize the task bar into a floating button and enables an auto-hide function which hides the task bar entirely. Buttons on the new Control Center task bar can also be added or moved to allow for customization.
• Control Panel: To help creators accelerate workflows with the ScreenPad Plus, ASUS has added a new Control Panel app to the ScreenXpert User Interface (UI). This function currently supports Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, and Lightroom Classic. When the user opens any of these apps, the Control Panel app opens a corresponding panel suited to each software set, enabling commonly used functions such as zoom, brightness, and contrast via sliders, buttons, and dials. Creators can fully customize the functions and icon positioning for each of the app specific decks. The Control Panel will automatically launch the deck assigned to each of the supported apps.
• Mobile productivity: ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EA) is powered by up to an 11^th Generation Intel® Core i7™ processor and up to 4.7 GHz for incredible performance with multiple cores and paired with 16 GB RAM to make light work of cross-screen workflows using the 12.6-inch ScreenPad Plus and the main display. Ultrafast storage with up to a 1 TB PCIe 3.0 SSD helps accelerate any workflow and optimize productivity. ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 also features ASUS Intelligent Performance Technology (AIPT), which works with the 11^th Generation Intel® processors to intelligently boost performance. Using Performance mode, users can enjoy a performance boost of up to 40% compared to a similar standard laptop.

ASUS ZENBOOK 13 OLED

• Long Battery Life and Fast Charge for All-Day Use: The ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED has a 67-watt-hour battery that offers up to 13 hours battery life, allowing users to work an entire day without charging. Along with up to 13 hours of battery life, the ZenBook 13 OLED also offers a fast charge function that charges the battery from 2% to 60% in just 49 minutes.
• OLED FHD with 100% DCI-P3 Color Gamut: With up to 13.3-inch OLED HDR display that supports 1920 x 1080 resolution and 0.2 ms response time, the display delivers exceptionally detailed and true-to-life colors, with acinema-grade 100% DCI-P3 color gamut and PANTONE validation. This means that the colors reproduced on the display are richer and more vivid: it’s ideal for color-intensive projects, but also enhances any kind of content. designers, producers, and brands deal with color-critical decisions and communications each day.
• Sophisticated, Soothing Design: The chassis and lids of the ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED is made of diamond-cut aluminum alloy. As with all other ASUS ZenBooks, the unique concentric-circle ZenBook finish is featured on their lids, presenting a surface that is soothing and sophisticated in appearance. The ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED weighs 1.14 kg, respectively. Along with a thin and lightweight design, it features a side profile of 13.9 mm, which results in a sleek form factor that is easy to carry.

SPECIFICATIONS

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ASUS ZENBOOK DUO 14

ASUS	ZenBook Duo 14 UX482EA	ZenBook Duo 14 UX482EG
CPU	Intel® Core™ i5-1135G7 processor	Intel® Core™ i7-1165G7 processor
Display Options	14” LED-backlit FHD (1920 x 1080) 400 nits  4 mm-thin2 bezels with 93% screen-to-body ratio	14” LED-backlit FHD (1920 x 1080) 400 nits  4 mm-thin2 bezels with 93% screen-to-body ratio
Operating System	Windows 10 Home	Windows 10 Home
Graphics	Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics	NVIDIA® GeForce® MX450 with 2GB GDDR6 memory
Main Memory	16 GB 4266 MHz LPDDR4X onboard	16 GB 4266 MHz LPDDR4X onboard
Storage	512GB PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD	1TB PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD
Connectivity	WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.0	WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.0
Camera	HD infrared (IR) webcam (supports Windows Hello)	HD infrared (IR) webcam (supports Windows Hello)
I/O Ports	2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 USB-C® with full range (5~20V) of charging 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 1 x full size HDMI 1.4 1 x 3.5 mm audio jack 1 x MicroSD Reader	2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 USB-C® with full range (5~20V) of charging 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 1 x full size HDMI 1.4 1 x 3.5 mm audio jack 1 x MicroSD Reader
Touchpad	Yes	Yes
Audio	Certified by Harman Kardon Array microphone with Cortana voice-recognition support AI Noise-Canceling	Certified by Harman Kardon Array microphone with Cortana voice-recognition support AI Noise-Canceling
Battery	70 Wh lithium-polymer battery with up to 17-hour battery life	70 Wh lithium-polymer battery with up to 17-hour battery life
AC Adapter	65 W type-C power adapter, Output: 20 V/3.42 A, Input: 100-240 V/50/60 Hz universal	65 W type-C power adapter, Output: 20 V/3.42 A, Input: 100-240 V/50/60 Hz universal
Dimensions	324 x 222 x 16.9 mm	324 x 222 x 16.9 mm
Weight	Approx. 1.6 kg	Approx. 1.6 kg
Price	Php 79,995	Php 99,995

ASUS ZENBOOK 13 OLED

	ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED UX325EA
CPU	Intel® Core™ i5-1135G7 processor
Display	13.3″ OLED FHD3 (1920 x 1080) 16:9 slim-bezel NanoEdge 100% DCI-P3, TÜV Rheinland Eye Care certification, PANTONE® Validated
Operating system	Windows 10 Home
Graphics	Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
Main memory	8 GB 4266MHz LPDDR4X onboard
Storage	512GB PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.0
Camera	HD infrared (IR) webcam (supports Windows Hello)
I/O ports	2 x Thunderbolt 4 USB-C with full range (5V~20V) of charging 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 1 x standard HDMI 2.0 1 x MicroSD Reader
Touchpad	NumberPad 2.0
Audio	Certified by Harman Kardon Smart amplifier for maximum audio performance Array microphone with Cortana voice-recognition support AI Noise Canceling Audio
Battery	67Wh lithium-polymer battery, up to 13 hours battery life
AC adapter	65W type C power adapter
Dimensions	304.2 x 203 x 13.9mm
Weight	Approx. from 1.14kg
Price	Php 59,995

AVAILABILITY

The ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 and the ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED are now available online via ASUS’ official Lazada and Shopee pages as well as the ASUS E-Store. You can also head on to ASUS concept stores and select authorized multi-brand stores nationwide. For the complete list on where you can get the laptops, visit:

• For ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED: http://bit.ly/ASUSZenBook13OLEDWTB
• For ASUS ZenBook Duo 14: http://bit.ly/ASUSZenBookDuo14WTB

And for those who want to re-watch the livestream with KC and Erwan, head to ASUS PH’s Facebook page or just click this link: http://bit.ly/ThePowerOfMoreLaunch

Unboxing and review of the ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED will be up on the blog soon, so don’t forget to check back from time to time! 🙂

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