Alongside the Snapdragon powered Vivobook S 15, ASUS has also announced the availability of the Zenbook S 16, which boasts a premium design and powerful performance by AMD’s ‘Strix Point’ CPU.
Achieving a remarkable thickness of just 1.1 cm, the Zenbook S 16 combines sleekness with functionality. The CNC-machined design includes an exclusive geometric grille above the keyboard and a large touchpad area. The laptop is available in Zumaia Gray and Scandinavian White, adding a touch of sophistication to its ultra-slim profile.
The Zenbook S 16 showcases a functional aesthetic and has been completely redesigned from the inside out. Its chassis is made from Ceraluminum™, a high-tech ceramic hybrid material that offers unparalleled strength and resistance to scratches and wear. Available in nature-inspired colors, this industry-first material enhances the laptop’s durability and elegance.
With the power of the AMD Ryzen™ AI 9 HX 370 processor and Radeon™ 890M graphics, the Zenbook S 16 delivers up to 50 dedicated NPU TOPS. Advanced CNC milling allows for the integration of a 3D vapor chamber in the ultra-quiet ambient cooling system, ensuring maximum performance with minimal noise. Features like a dedicated Copilot key and a 40%-larger 16:10 seamless touchpad enhance user interaction and productivity.
The Zenbook S 16 offers a cinematic experience with its 3K 120 Hz ASUS Lumina OLED display and powerful six-speaker audio system. The display provides vivid, true-to-life colors, while the audio system, an unprecedented feature in such a thin laptop, delivers immersive, multi-dimensional sound.
Security is robustly addressed with the Microsoft Pluton security processor and upgraded biometric features powered by the AiSense IR camera system. Users benefit from facial recognition for automatic login and logout, Adaptive Lock, and Adaptive Dimming. The Windows passkeys feature securely stores authentication data, eliminating the need to remember passwords.
The Zenbook S 16 also excels in connectivity, featuring two USB4 Type-C ports, a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port, HDMI 2.1, an SD card reader, and an audio combo jack. WiFi 7 with ASUS WiFi Master Premium certification ensures fast and reliable connections.
The ASUS Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) will be available for pre-orders in Malaysia from 28 June to 9 July 2024, priced at RM7,999. During this period, customers will receive a pre-order bundle worth RM698, including a 4-port 100W GaN USB Charger and a 1-year extended warranty coverage, while stocks last. Pre-orders can be made online exclusively through Shopee or the ASUS eStore.