At CES this morning, ASUS have unveiled their latest consumer range of devices, including a refreshed range of premium Zenbook laptops, affordable Vivobooks and a new ProArt series of devices for creators.
Zenbook
ASUS will be launching all new ZenBooks in 2026, with the design team bringing their lightweight Ceraluminum material to the entire ZenBook range, including the new ultra-light Zenbook A-Series.
Zenbook A-series
The ASUS Zenbook A-series represents their ultra-portable range of devices, with a new Zenbook A14 and a surprise Zenbook A16 on the way powered by Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon series processors.
LIke the rest of the range, the Zenbook A14 and Zenbook A16 take advantage of ASUS’ lightweight and durable Ceraluminum, with the material infused into the lid, keyboard frame and bottom case.
We’ve seen Ceraluminum on their previous devices and love the tactile feel, as well as the additional durability it offers which includes smudge, scratch and wear resistance, and it comes in two colour options: Iceland Greyu and Zabriskie Beige:
The Zenbook A14 is ultra-light, weighing in at just under 1kg and caters to those needing long battery life, with over 28 hours on offer. The Zenbook A16 will weigh in at just 1.2kg with ‘all-day’ battery life.
The Zenbook A14 includes a 14” FullHD resolution OLED display with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Elite processor running the show, while the Zenbook A16 will include a larger 3K resolution 16” OLED display and step up to Qualcomm’s ultra-performative Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme processor on-board.
Zenbook S-Series
The new Zenbook S series includes the Zenbook S14 and Zenbook S16, with 3K resolution 14” and 16” OLED displays.
The new Zenbook S14 will be powered by the latest Intel Panther Lake CPU, while the larger Zenbook S16 will be powered by the AMD Gorgon Point Processor. The units have seen design changes which includes a larger vapor chamber and CNC machined cooling vents for improved cooling.
The Zenbook S14/S16 will also have a more minimalistic and cleaner design which will come in two colour options: Scandinavian White, and the new Antrim Grey.
Zenboook Duo 2026
We’ve come to know and love ASUS’ Zenbook Duo, and in 2026 we’ll be seeing a newly redesigned unit, which will include a newly re-designed hide-away hinge, and a new chassis that utilises Ceraluminum for improved strength and lightness.
The new 2026 Zenbook Duo is a product of feedback from the many fans of ASUS dual-screen laptop, with ASUS now offering improved 99Whr battery life, and powered by the new Intel Core Ultra X9 Series 3 “Panther Lake” processors using Intel ARC GPUs, with up to 32GB of RAM and 2TB of on-board storage and powered by a 99Whr dual-battery system.
The new hideaway hinge sits inside the chassis and allows the dual 14″ 3K ASUS Lumina Pro narrow bezel OLED displays to sit almost flush for a more immersive experience, while the kickstand now integrated.
The removable keyboard has also seen a re-design to make it more durable, and it will dock onto the lower deck even better with improved pogo pin connectors.
Vivobook
ASUS’ Vivobook range represents the brands most affordable range, and we’ll be seeing new Vivobook S14 and Vivobook S16 launching this year with the latest AI-enabled processors including the new Intel Core Ultra Series 3 or AMD Ryzen AI 400 Series processors, while the Vivobook S16 will include options for the 18-core Snapdragon X2 Elite processor.
AI is at the core of the new Vivooook S-series, with the entire lineup including all the latest Copilot+ PC features, as well as ASUS driven AI features including integrated AI noise cancelation and ASUS 3DNR video enhancement for video chat.
Built for productivity, Vivobook S14/S16 feature a high-performance architecture, a 70Wh battery, comprehensive I/O ports, and a large smart-gesture touchpad for effortless interaction. Security is enhanced through an AI camera with Windows Hello, a Microsoft Pluton security processor, and Voice Print Technology, ensuring safe, personalized access.
Immersive visuals are delivered through 14″ or 16″ WUXGA (1920 x 1200) OLED or 2.5K (2560 x 1600) IPS 144Hz displays with Dolby Atmos audio, offering cinematic depth and precision for work or entertainment.
Starting at just 1.59cm thin and 1.35kg, Vivobook S combines modern metallic styling, CNC-engraved detailing, and military-grade durability, with selected 16-inch models now available in a sleek new Mist Blue finish.
ProArt
ASUS will be refreshing their popular creator focused ProArt line-up in 2026 with a new convertible, detachable and clamshell design.
The ProArt PX13, ProArt PZ14 detachable, and of course the more traditional clamshell design for the new ProArt P16 which now comes with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX5090 and a Lumina Pro OLED display. .
The ProArt PZ14 is an upgraded version of the PZ13, now with a 14” Lumina Pro OLED display and an updated Snapdragon X2 Elite processor featuring up to 80 TOPs of AI processing power and up to 32GB of RAM.
The detachable has IP52 splash and dust resistance and includes the new ASUS Pen 3.0, as well as a keyboard and cover stand though you can add your own bluetooth keyboard to this powerful tablet, making it one of ASUS’ most versatile form factors for creators on the go.
The ProArt PX13 is their convertible, which will include an updated AMD Strix Halo 395 Max+ Processor with up to 128GB of memory and 1TB of Gen4 SSD storage.
This system is geared for video creators, or anyone needing super fast processing power and memory, with a full array of ports including USB Type-A, USB 4 Type-C ports, HDMI and a microSD card slot.
ASUS have also announced a GoPro edition of the ProArt PX13 with a custom GoPro and ProArt engraved lid, and GoPro blue style elements added to the keyboard backlighting.
There’s also a dedicated GoPro hotkey that will activate special software features including access to GoPro Cloud – and custom Wallpapers and lockscreen. It also includes a Go-Pro themed Hard Shell Sleeve with a multi-purpose strap on the outside to add your GoPro accessories
ASUS Desktops and AIOs
ASUS has also announced their V-Series desktops at CES, with a new V700 set to launch here in the next year, while their All-in-One (AIO) design PCs are getting an overhaul with the world’s first all-in-one Copilot+ PC powered by Snapdragon X is coming as well.
The new ASUS Mini Tower V700 (VM701MG) brings the latest AMD Ryzen AI 7 processor, designed for performance with over 50 TOPS NPU performance, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 GPU included.
The tower itself features ‘wood-grain finishes, rounded edges, and soft 4000K lighting for a warm, elegant aesthetic’.
The new ASUS AIO, the VM441QA comes with a 23.8-inch FHD anti-glare display that ASUS says includes crisp, vibrant visuals from any angle and is powered by a Snapdragon X processor with 45 TOPS of AI acceleration.
The unit features Copilot+ PC features and a Dolby Atmos tuned audio system with complementary AI-enhanced noise cancellation.
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