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Asus is stepping up its game with two new Qualcomm-powered laptops – the ProArt PZ13 and the Vivobook S 15 OLED. Both come packed with the latest Snapdragon X Plus processors!
The ProArt PZ13 features the Snapdragon X Plus CPU with up to 45 TOPS NPU. This AI-driven laptop brings Microsoft’s Copilot+ features to life, including Windows Studio Effects and Live Captions. Asus’ StoryCube AI helps manage digital assets, while smart noise-cancellation ensures clear communication. It features 16GB of 8448MHz LPDDR5 memory, a 1TB SSD, and a 70Wh battery, along with Wi-Fi 7.
The laptop sports a 16:10, 3K Asus Lumina OLED touchscreen display, offering Dolby Vision and Pantone Validated cinema-grade colour accuracy, plus a 0.2ms response time. For audio, it features three directional mics and Smart Amp tech, all enhanced by Dolby Atmos.
Asus says the laptop is built to endure. It has an IP52 rating, shielding it from dust and water. Weighing 0.85 kg and measuring only 9mm thick, it’s crafted from aluminium alloy using CNC machining. The detachable magnetic keyboard and cover stand add versatility for everyday use, while the Nano Black coating resists smudges and fingerprints, as per the brand.
Meanwhile, the Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus processors, paired with Adreno-integrated graphics. It leverages AI through the Qualcomm Hexagon NPU, delivering 45 TOPS of processing power. The laptop features 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM running at 8448 MHz and a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD. With an all-metal design, it weighs in at 1.42 kg and is 14.7mm thick.
It features a 15.6-inch Asus Lumina OLED display with a 3K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It has a 16:9 aspect ratio, up to 600 nits peak brightness, and VESA DisplayHDR True Black 600 certification. Asus says the Vivobook S 15 OLED passes 26 rigorous MIL-STD 810H tests, ensuring military-grade durability. Its 70Wh battery delivers over 18 hours of power and supports fast charging via USB Type-C.
For connectivity, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a comprehensive selection of ports, including USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, HDMI 2.1 TMDS, a MicroSD card reader, and USB 4 ports. These support 4K display output, 40 GB/s data transfer, and rapid charging. The ASUS Antimicrobial Guard helps keep your device clean and safe, while Windows Hello, paired with a 1080p Full HD 3DNR webcam, ensures secure and easy login. Pricing starts at ₹1,04,990 for the Vivobook S 15 and ₹1,39,990 for the ProArt PZ13.