During CES 2024 ASUS launched the Zenbook DUO (2024) UX8406, claiming the title of the world’s first ultraportable laptop computer outfitted with twin 14-inch 3K 120 Hz OLED touchscreens. This system, a part of the Intel Evo Edition, units a brand new commonplace for on-the-go versatility with its removable full-size Bluetooth ASUS ErgoSense keyboard and touchpad.
Weighing 1.35 kg, the Zenbook DUO guarantees multitasking flexibility with excellent mobility — The twin 3K 120 Hz ASUS Lumina OLED shows, that includes a lay-flat 180° hinge, can lengthen the visible workspace as much as a considerable 19.8 inches; The person modes, (together with Laptop, Dual Screen, Desktop, and Sharing), are managed by the ASUS ScreenXpert software program, and the removable keyboard permits for a conventional clamshell laptop computer expertise when positioned on the decrease show.
This machine options an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor with an built-in Neural Processing Unit (NPU) for AI acceleration, as much as 32 GB of LPDDR5x reminiscence, and as much as a 2 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD. Its 75 Wh battery, coupled with Harman Kardon-certified Dolby Atmos audio, goals to reinforce the on-the-go person expertise.
The model talked about sustainability, saying that the laptop computer incorporates recycled supplies (90% post-industrial-recycled magnesium-aluminum alloy), surpassing ENERGY STAR power-efficiency necessities by as much as 43%. The laptop computer’s packaging is comprised of 100% recyclable FSC Mix-certified and FSC Recycled paper. Contributing to its sustainability, the laptop computer undergoes sturdiness testing to fulfill US MIL-STD-810H requirements.
The ASUS Lumina OLED shows are Dolby Vision licensed, Pantone Validated, and supply a cinema-grade 100% DCI-P3 coloration gamut, making certain vivid and correct coloration rendering. The touchscreens help high-precision stylus enter utilizing the non-obligatory ASUS Pen with 4096 strain ranges.
Talking in regards to the varied person modes, now we have ones reminiscent of Dual Screen mode for expansive viewing, Desktop mode for side-by-side portrait screens, Laptop mode for conventional use, and Sharing mode for collaborative displays.
In phrases of connectivity, the system brings Thunderbolt 4 ports, 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port, an HDMI 2.1 (TMDS) port, and a 3.5 mm audio jack, minimizing the necessity for added adapters.
| Specs | ASUS Zenbook DUO (2024) UX8406 |
|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 185H Intel Core Ultra 7 processor 155H Intel Core Ultra 5 processor 125H |
| Display | Dual shows: 2 x 14″ 16:10 3K ASUS Lumina OLED touchscreens – 2880 x 1800 decision – 91% screen-to-body ratio – Up to 500 nits peak brightness – 100% DCI-P3 coloration gamut – DisplayHDR True Black 500 certification – 120 Hz refresh charge |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home / Pro |
| Graphics | Intel Arc Graphics |
| NPU | Dual neural compute engine: devoted low-power AI engine with broad software program help |
| Main Memory | Up to 32 GB LPDDR5x 7467 MHz RAM |
| Storage | Up to 2 TB PCIe® Gen 4 SSD |
| Connectivity | WiFi 6E (802.11ax) Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Camera | FHD (1080p) IR digicam with Windows Hello ASUS AiSense Camera |
| I/O Ports | 2 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 1 x HDMI 2.1 (TMDS) 1 x Audio jack |
| Touchpad | 129 x 74 mm ASUS ErgoSense touchpad |
| Audio | Built-in audio system Smart amplifier know-how Built-in microphone Harman Kardon licensed Dolby Atmos licensed |
| Battery | 75 Wh |
| AC Adapter | 65 W adapter Output: 5V~20V, 65 W Input: 100~240 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz common |
| Dimensions | 31.3 x 21.7 x 1.46 cm (with out Bluetooth keyboard) 31.3 x 21.7 x 1.99 cm (with Bluetooth keyboard) 31.3 x 20.9 x 0.51 – 0.53 cm (Bluetooth keyboard) |
| Weight | 1.35 kg (with out Bluetooth keyboard) 1.65 kg (with Bluetooth keyboard) |
Availability and Price
The 2024 model of the Zenbook Duo is predicted to start out at $1,499 within the US, whereas within the UK and Europe costs begin at £1,699.99 and €2,099.99 respectively, hitting the shops “later in Q1”.
