ASUS at Computex 2024 – Five Best Laptop Announcements

ASUS made several great announcements during Computex 2024 including, unveiling a range of new laptops and notebooks alongside the upgraded ROG Ally X. We’ve selected five of the best laptop announcements to come out of ASUS and Computex this weekend such as the all-new ProArt P16 and PX13 laptops, the AI-powered Zenbook S 16 and more.

In case you missed it, also check out our coverage on the ASUS ROG Ally X and what’s new in the updated handheld device. Elsewhere at Computex, NVIDIA also talked about the boundary-pushing AI assistant G-Assist that will be able to optimise your PC games and even guide you when you need help. Keep in mind, it’s still just a tech demonstration until it can be properly implemented.

Five Best Laptop Announcements From ASUS at Computex 2024

Zenbook S 16 (UM5606)

The Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) is the first ultrathin 16-inch new-era ASUS AI PC, which combines performance with sophistication. The premium Zenbook S 16 has a new functional aesthetic and has been completely redesigned from the inside out. The chassis incorporates ASUS’s new Ceraluminum, a high-tech ceramic hybrid material in a range of nature-inspired colors. This industry-first innovation boasts unparalleled strength, defying scratches and wear with ease.

Zenbook S 16 is powered by up to the latest AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor with up to Radeon 890M graphics which is capable of up to 50 dedicated NPU TOPS. Thanks to the use of advanced CNC milling, ASUS has managed to incorporate a 3D vapor chamber in the ultra-quiet ambient cooling system — unique in such a thin device — to ensure a maximum performance of up to 28 W CPU TDP with minimal noise. The functional design reduces friction between the user and the device, with features such as a dedicated Copilot key and a 40%-larger 16:10 seamless touchpad that supports smart gestures.

Have a look at the specifications below:

ASUS Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) will be available for pre-order from today via ASUS eShop and Computer Mania for R40,999. It will be on-shelf and ship to pre-order customers from 15 July via Computer Mania, ASUS eShop and Incredible.

ProArt P16

The ProArt P16 is a powerful 16-inch AI-powered laptop that is the ultimate creative companion.

This NVIDIA Studio-validated laptop packs a GeForce RTX 40 Series Laptop GPU, providing powerful graphics and 321 TOPS advanced AI performance. Additionally, it features up to a 50 TOPS AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor, delivering exceptional processing power. With an advanced thermal design for peak performance, up to 64 GB LPDDR5X RAM, and up to a 4 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, it effortlessly handles demanding tasks. Its 4K ASUS Lumina OLED touchscreen ensures precise color accuracy for flawless proofing, while versatile I/O ports allow seamless connections to all the user’s peripherals.

The specifications for the ASUS ProArt P16 are as follows:

The ProArt P16 will be available on pre-order from today via ASUS eShop for R69,999.

ProArt PX13

The ProArt PX13 is a versatile 13.3-inch AI-powered convertible laptop for creators – a sleek and light 1.38 kg convertible powerhouse that’s always ready for creative action, flipping seamlessly between laptop, tent, stand or tablet modes as the situation requires, with full stylus support for intuitive input.

The NVIDIA Studio-validated laptop packs a GeForce RTX 40 Series Laptop GPU, providing powerful graphics and 321 TOPS advanced AI performance. Additionally, it features up to a 50 TOPS AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor, delivering exceptional processing power. With an advanced thermal design for peak performance, up to 32 GB LPDDR5X RAM, and up to a 2 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, it effortlessly handles demanding tasks. Its 3K ASUS Lumina OLED touchscreen ensures precise color accuracy for flawless proofing, while versatile I/O ports allow seamlessly connections to all the user’s peripherals.

The specifications for the ProArt PX13 are as follows:

ProArt PX13 is available for pre-order from today via ASUS eShop from today for R59,999.

ROG Zephyrus G16

The new ROG Zephyrus G16 was also demoed at Computex as one of the key showcases for ASUS’s new Copilot Plus-certified laptops.

The Zephyrus G16 features up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 185H and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 with AI accelerators. ASUS boasts that this 16-inch machine can easily handle the latest games and cutting-edge creative software alike. GeForce RTX GPUs feature specialized AI Tensor Cores that deliver cutting-edge performance and revolutionary capabilities.

“Whether you’re in a video call, editing a video, or in a next generation game, AI is working tirelessly behind the scenes to improve your experience,” says ASUS, pushing AI-powered technology to the forefront of its new vision.

The specifications for the ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU605MV) are as follows:

The ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU605MV) is available for pre-order from today via ASUS eShop for R42,999.

TUF Gaming A14 / A16

Finally, ASUS unveiled the more affordable but equally powerful TUF Gaming A14 and A16 laptops.

Both the ASUS TUF A14 and A16 are equipped with next-gen AMD processors with 12 cores, 24 threads and a built-in NPU. The NPU is capable of 50 TOPS of AI performance, to be paired with AMD Ryzen AI. This makes it perfect for use with Copilot. Additionally, the NVIDIA RTX AI platform promises “over 500 AI-powered games and applications — photo and video editing, image generation, programming and more.”

Both devices also feature a 2.5K 165 Hz NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible display.

Below are the specifications for both the TUF Gaming A14 and A16:

The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (2024) is available to purchase on the ASUS eShop for R37,999.