Slim, strong, smart: Stay productive on-the-go with new ASUS Zenbook S 14 laptop

In today’s world of hybrid work, productivity can happen anywhere – on a video call from a cafe, writing a report on a plane or catching up on notes between meetings.

As more companies embrace bring-your-own-device and work-from-anywhere policies, this shift to remote work has made a reliable, portable laptop essential for professionals to stay at their best. 

Leading this latest generation of ultraportable laptops is the new ASUS Zenbook S 14 (UX5406), which combines portability and computing power. With its ultra-thin and lightweight form, robust construction and advanced artificial intelligence (AI)-powered components, this new laptop is the ultimate work and travel companion for today’s mobile professionals.

Here are four things to know about this powerful workhorse:

Ultraportable design that’s built to last

The ASUS Zenbook S 14 is one of the slimmest business laptops on the market – at only 1.1cm thin and weighing 1.2kg – making it ideal for those who travel frequently.

It slips easily into a backpack or briefcase and comes with a matching sleeve for easy hand-carry, allowing users to start working right away from virtually anywhere.

As tough as it is lightweight, the laptop chassis is made with ASUS Ceraluminum, a hybrid ceramic alloy and scratch-resistant material often used in the luxury watch and aerospace industries. 

It also meets the rigorous and stringent testing requirements of the US military’s MIL-STD 810H standards for device reliability and resistance to vibration, drops, shocks and extreme temperatures, making it well suited for those who demand durability in a portable laptop. 

The Zenbook S 14 is also aesthetically pleasing. The Ceraluminum chassis sports a classy Zumaia Grey colour, inspired by the hues of the fabled seaside cliffs in Zumaia, Spain – a design that’s sure to impress clients and coworkers alike. 

Powerful performance in a slim design

Though slim and svelte, the ASUS Zenbook S 14 is no lightweight when it comes to computing power. 

At the heart of the laptop is a system-on-chip design, which features the latest AI-enabled Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor 258V 32GB CPU, a beefed-up neural processing engine (NPU) that can meet Microsoft’s Copilot+ PC requirements and an integrated low-power LPDDR5X DRAM in a single chip package. 

Combined with an advanced vapour-chamber cooling system, its all-in-one construction makes for a smaller motherboard size and improved cooling efficiency for better stability and performance.

In addition, the Zenbook S 14 offers a rich and immersive multimedia experience. Whether you’re reviewing graphics and videos, or sharing a business presentation, its 3K 120Hz ASUS Lumina OLED screen is Pantone-validated for more accurate colour representation. The four-speaker Harman Kardon-certified audio system with Dolby Atmos enhances video calls and audio playback with rich, clear sound.

Ergonomic and efficient for the mobile professional

Crafted with the business professional in mind, the ASUS Zenbook S 14 is packed with features for a fuss-free experience every time you open the laptop.

Anchoring its functional design is its large, ergonomic touchpad with the same 16:10 ratio as its OLED screen for a sleek, refined look. It also supports smart gestures for making quick adjustments to key settings such as volume and screen brightness.

Fully geared up for the road or a trip to the office, the laptop comes with a full set of input and output (I/O) ports, making it easy to set up your ideal workspace anywhere. The dual Thunderbolt 4 ports support fast charging via USB-C, connection to external displays and speedy data transfers from compatible devices at up to 40Gbps.

For all other peripherals, there is also a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A port for accessories such as printers and mice, an audio jack for earphones, and an HDMI port that supports most modern displays, including monitors, TVs and projectors.

Equipped with the latest Wi-Fi 7 technology, which boasts speeds up to 4.8 times faster than the previous generation, it also keeps users connected to the latest high-speed networks, and automatically connects to the strongest Wi-Fi signal available for more seamless browsing.

Tip: Maintain optimal performance with the MyASUS suite of apps, which comprises seven nifty apps for technical computer maintenance tasks such as performance optimisation, hardware checks and automatic software updates.

A secure, intelligent laptop

As a Windows Copilot+ PC, the Zenbook S 14 is also packed with the latest AI features, including exclusive applications designed by ASUS.

These include AI-enhanced video calls for sharper images and clearer sound, and StoryCube, an app that organises media files automatically – ideal for those who work with images and videos. Users who have to handle many documents will find the rich content assistant handy, as it can summarise content instantly. 

On the security front, the latest generation of security features include Microsoft Pluton, an integrated security processor within the CPU that protects sensitive data. ASUS has also introduced AI tools to safeguard your privacy: Adaptive Lock instantly locks the laptop screen when you walk away, while Adaptive Dimming dims it when you look away, preserving both privacy and battery life. 

Is it really all that it claims to be? You can read the HardwareZone team’s in-depth review of the Zenbook S 14 here. 

The ASUS Zenbook S 14 is available at $2,799, from the ASUS e-shop and select retailers.

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