MARKHAM, Canada, Feb 29, 2024 – Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304), the World’s Slimmest 13.3″ OLED Laptop, is now powered by up to the latest AI-powered Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, and is now available for pre-order at the ASUS Store and Best Buy. Zenbook S 13 OLED will be available in store on March 11 and on Amazon, Canada Computers, London Drugs, Memory Express and Walmart.
Super-slim and super-light
Zenbook S 13 OLED is the world’s slimmest 13.3-inch OLED laptop[i], and it’s also the most eco-friendly Zenbook ever. To achieve the super-slim 1 cm (0.39 in) [ii] profile and super-light 1 kg (2.2 lbs.) [iii] chassis of Zenbook S 13 OLED, several advanced techniques and materials are used in its design and construction without compromising performance, connectivity or battery life.
- Display layer infusion: They embed a thinner FHD IR camera directly into the CNC-machined lid and incorporate a specially designed ultraslim OLED panel, resulting in a lid that’s 30% slimmer.
- Optimized internal design: Using precision CNC machining and circuit boards with fewer layers and a higher wiring density and transistors provides better performances in a lighter and more compact design. Its precision-engineered motherboard also houses an ultrathin fan for better cooling. This combined effort helps to make the lower part of the laptop by about 25% slimmer.
- Materials choice: To minimize weight, durable and lightweight magnesium-aluminum alloy for the keyboard deck and an extremely thin glass covering for the touchpad is used, resulting in a further 25% reduction in thickness of the keyboard deck.
All-round sustainability
ASUS is dedicated to maximizing efficiency while minimizing environmental impact, exemplified by this laptop, the most eco-friendly Zenbook ever made. It incorporates post-industrial recycled (PIR) magnesium-aluminum alloy in the keyboard cover, chassis and lid, reducing its [iv]. Its keycaps and speakers incorporate post-consumer-recycled (PCR) plastics, and the speakers also use ocean-bound plastics. They have redesigned the packaging to be 100% recyclable and uses 100% FSC Mix-certified paper. The paper packing inserts can also be easily transformed into useful laptop stands.
Zenbook S 13 OLED exceeds the ENERGY STAR energy efficiency standard by 60% to reduce electricity consumption. They employ a distinctive manufacturing process to create an ASUS-exclusive plasma ceramic aluminum material for the lid. This process induces a physical and chemical transformation of the aluminum enhancing its wear resistance, corrosion protection, thermal management, hardness [v], and lifespan. This is achieved using only pure water and electricity, without the need for organic compounds, strong acids, or heavy metals, ensuring a low environmental impact.
A longer laptop lifespan also reduces long-term waste, so Zenbook 13 S OLED is stringently tested using the latest MIL-STD-810H US military-grade durability standard.
Performance on the go
Zenbook S 13 OLED is an Intel Evo Edition laptop that features an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor with built-in Intel Arc Graphics and cutting-edge AI capabilities. With Intel’s first integrated Neural Processing Unit (NPU), users can seamlessly work, game, and create all while enjoying extended battery life. Combined with the laptop’s 1 TB SSD storage, up to 32 GB LPDDR5x 7467 MHz RAM and WiFi 6E, this means that users will wait less and be able work faster, wherever they are.
Despite its ultra-thin profile, Zenbook S 13 OLED features a full range of I/O ports, including two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port, HDMI 2.1 port, and 3.5 mm audio jack. For enhanced video conferencing experiences, the FHD IR camera supports AI-powered visual effects and noise-cancelation, plus fast, secure face login via Windows Hello. Harman Kardon-certified audio system also delivers immersive Dolby Atmos sound with ASUS Audio Booster technology.
The Zenbook S 13 OLED ASUS ErgoSense touchpad is 9.5%-larger for smoother, responsive navigation, with an anti-fingerprint coating for easy cleaning.
Availability & Pricing
ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED 2024 (UX5304MA-DS71-CA) boasting an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor, 1 TB SDD and 16 GB LPDDR5x RAM, is now available for pre-order at the ASUS Store and BestBuy.ca, priced at CA$1,599.
Specifications [Vii]
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 processor 155U |
| Display | 13.3″ 16:10 3K (2880 x 1800) ASUS Lumina OLED slim-bezel NanoEdge display with 85% screen-to-body ratio, 600 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, DisplayHDR True Black 600 certification |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home / Pro |
| Graphics | Intel Arc Graphics |
| Main memory | 16 GB LPDDR5x 7467 MHz RAM |
| Storage | 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD |
| Connectivity | WiFi 6E (802.11ax) Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Camera | FHD IR / 3DNR / ALS camera |
| I/O ports | 2 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1 x HDMI 2.1 (TMDS) 1 x Audio jack |
| Touchpad | 129 x 81 mm ASUS ErgoSense Touchpad |
| Audio | Built-in speakers Smart amplifier technology Built-in microphone Harman Kardon certified |
| Battery | 63 Wh |
| AC adapter | 65 W adapter Adapter Output: 5V~20V, 65 W Adapter Input: 100~240 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz universal |
| Dimensions | 296.2 x 216.3 x 10.9 ~ 11.8 mm (11.66″ x 8.52″ x 0.43″ ~ 0.46″) |
| Weight | 1 kg (2.2 lbs.) |
About ASUS
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[i] According to overall laptop thickness, as of February 20, 2023 based on internal ASUS market analysis comparing Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304) with competing products in its class (laptops with an OLED screen measuring 13.3 inches diagonal) from vendors including Acer, Apple, HP, Huawei, Lenovo, Microsoft and Samsung.
[ii] Actual dimensions are 296.2 x 216.3 x 10.9 mm. Thickness may vary according to specifications.
[iii] Weight might vary according to specifications.
[iv] The comparison is focused on the PIR metal itself compared to a 100% virgin-metal chassis, assuming other factors that may influence CO2 emissions are equal
[v] The hardness tests were conducted by ASUS on August 30, 2022. Test configuration: Zenbook UX5304VA Basalt Gray model. Test settings: 765 g pencil to scratch the chassis while the pencil tip and laptop surface form a 45° degree angle, No discernible scratch was left on the surface.
[vi] Warranty period varies by country.
[vii] Specifications, content and product availability are all subject to change without notice and may differ from country to country. Actual performance may vary depending on applications, usage, environment and other factors. Full specifications are available at http://www.asus.com