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ASUS Launches Lunar Lake-Based Zenbook, Vivobook, & ExpertBook Laptops Starting at $999

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The Zenbook S 14/16, Vivobook Filp 14/16, Vivobook S 14, & ExpertBook P laptops bring the power of Intel Core Ultra 200V “Lunar Lake” CPUs, & start at $999.

Powering the products by Intel Lunar Lake “Core Ultra 200V” CPUs, ASUS enhances productivity on new laptops

ASUS unveiled several new laptop series at the IFA 2024 event, which will harness the AI capabilities of the recently launched Intel Lunar Lake “Core Ultra 200V” CPUs. The new laptops were launched in the Zenbook, Vivobook, and ExpertBook series, crafted for productivity and business workloads. By adding 8 different laptop models, ASUS has expanded its current laptop lineup with better and faster Copilot+ PCs.

The Corporate VP of the Consumer Business Unit, Rangoon Chang said,

The powerful Intel Core Ultra processors at the heart of our latest Zenbook, Vivobook, ExpertBook laptops, and NUC Mini PC deliver unmatched performance and enable a wide range of AI experiences,…With these new devices, together we are empowering users to harness the full potential of AI to enjoy smarter, more intuitive computing.

Zenbook S series

The ASUS Zenbook S series has been expanded with two new laptops: Zenbook S 14 (UX5406) and S 16 (UX5606), featuring 14 and 16-inch screen sizes with a 3K 120Hz Lumnia OLED display for incredibly beautiful and detailed visuals. The laptops are crafted from ASUS-exclusive Ceraluminum material, for a durable and sleek design, resulting in just a thin 1.1cm profile and 1.2 kg weight.

The notebooks are powered by Lunar Lake CPUs up to the flagship Core Ultra 9 288V processor, offering 48 NPU TOPS. The laptops feature a four-speaker configuration to deliver high-fidelity sound and come with various AI features such as AI noise cancelation and an FHD AiSense IR camera for enhanced video interactions. The Zenbook S 14 and S 16 feature a 72Wh battery, modern I/O ports for connectivity, advanced security features, and an enlarged 16:10 touchpad with intuitive smart gestures.

Vivobook Flip & Vivobook S series

ASUS Vivobook S 14

The ASUS Vivobook Flip and Vivobook S series brings three different laptops: The Vivobook S 14 (S5406SA), Vivobook 14 Flip (TP3407), and Vivobook 16 Flip (TP3607). The Vivobook S 14 brings more premium features than the Flip series and the latter is more versatile in usage. The Flipbooks are powered by the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V processor, offering up to 47 NPU TOPS and FHD NanoEdge touchscreen.

The Vivobook S 14, on the other hand, brings a sleek 1.3K laptop with the same processor but a longer 75Wh battery life for up to 27 hours of usage. It brings the Harman Kardon-certified Dolby Atmos audio system and the latest WiFi7 and Bluetooth connectivity to keep up with modern requirements. To ensure the laptop can run cooler, it is equipped with ASUS IceCool thermal technology with two 97-blade IceBlade fans and two air vents for proper heat dissipation.

ExpertBook P series

ASUS Launches Lunar Lake-Based Zenbook, Vivobook, & ExpertBook Laptops Starting at $999 3

For complex workloads, ASUS launched the ExpertBook P5 (P5405) laptop for entrepreneurs, prosumers, and small businesses. This laptop is powered by the Core Ultra 7 256V and integrates the ASUS AI ExpertMeet tools for enhanced productivity and work experience. With features like AI transcript, AI translation, AI subtitles, assisted meeting summaries, AI camera, AI noise canceling, and business watermarks, users can quickly execute several tasks effortlessly, saving a lot of time.

The ExpertBook P series also brings two more models: P1 (P1403/P1403) and P3 (P3405/3605) with different specifications. The ExpertBook P5 will be available in four different configurations, starting with the Core Ultra 5 226V processor and 16GB/512GB specs.

The Zenbook S 14 will be available for pre-order on 6th September at Best Buy and ASUS Stores at US$1399.99 and $1499.99 depending on the configurations. The Vivobook S 14 is priced at US$999.99-$1299.99 and will be available on Best Buy, Walmart, Micro Center, and ASUS Store. The ExpertBook P5 will be available for US$1099.99-$1489.99 and will start shipping in Q1 2025.

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