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ASUS launches latest laptops powered by AMD Ryzen AI 300 series

AI-powered Vivobook S 16, TUF Gaming A14, and ProArt P16

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ASUS Philippines has announced its latest AI PC additions all powered by AMD Ryzen AI 300 processors. Joining the lineup are the new Vivobook S 16, TUF Gaming A14, and ProArt P16 laptops.

ASUS’ AI-ready devices all sport AMD Ryzen AI 300 processors, redefining performance, creativity, and immersive experiences. These processors are built on the cutting-edge Zen 5 architecture for a significant leap forward in mobile computing.

The processors feature up to 12 high-performance cores and 24 threads, for exceptional multitasking capabilities and responsiveness. In addition, the integration of AMD’s RDNA 3.5 graphics architecture ensures superior visual performance.

Paired with dedicated GPUs and neural processing units (NPUs) with up to 50 TOPS of AI processing power, these laptops can exceptionally fulfill users what they need in the AI era of PCs.

ASUS Vivobook S 16

Price: PhP 84,995 (with lifetime Office 2021 Home  Student, 1-year Microsoft 365 Basic, 100GB cloud storage, access to Office apps across multiple devices)
Availability: ASUS and ROG exclusive stores, authorized resellers nationwide

  • Processor: AMD Ryzen 9 AI HX 370 with built-in 50 TOPS NPU
  • Graphics: AMD Radeon
  • Memory: Up to 24GB
  • Storage: Up to 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD
  • Battery: 75WHrs with fast charging, USB-C support
  • Display: 16-inch 3.2K 16:10 120Hz ASUS Lumina OLED, 100% DCI-P3, VESA DisplayHDR True Black
  • Connectivity: USB 4 Gen 3 Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (x2), USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type C, HDMI 2.1, MicroSD, 3.5mm audio jack
  • Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3

The latest ASUS Vivobook S 16 (M5606) is a reimagined model in the Vivobook S series. It combines premium aesthetics and topnotch performance.

The laptop supports ASUS Memory Allocation Management technology, so users can customize the VRAM capacity for the iGPU. This way, the laptop can optimize its performance for gaming, creative tasks, and AI applications. The result is smoother gameplay, faster rendering times, and better overall efficiency.

Users will also benefit from AI features like Adaptive Dimming, Adaptive Lock, and AI Noise Cancellation for calls and meetings. The device also supports Windows Dynamic Lighting. Furthermore, its ErgoSense backlit keyboard has a dedicated Copilot Key.

TUF Gaming A14

 

Price: PhP 104,995 (with TUF Gaming backpack)
Availability: ASUS and ROG exclusive stores, authorized resellers nationwide

  • Processor: AMD Ryzen 9 AI HX 370 with built-in 50 TOPS NPU
  • Graphics: Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 GPU
  • Memory: 16GB LDDR5X
  • Storage: 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD
  • Battery: 73WHrs, USB-C support
  • Display: 14-inch 2.5K 16:10 165Hz WQXGA anti-glare, 100% sRGB, IPS-level, NVIDIA G-Sync and Advanced Optimus, MUX Switch
  • Connectivity: USB 4 Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (x2), USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, HDMI 2.1, MicroSD, 3.5mm audio jack
  • Network: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3

The TUF Gaming A14 (FA401) is an ultraportable powerhouse at just 1.46 kilograms and 1.69 centimeters thick. It is a perfect blend of power, portability, and advanced AI capabilities.

With gaming features like DLSS Super Resolution, Frame Generation, and Ray Reconstruction, players will be able to utilize the laptop’s immersive display.

Additionally, the NVIDIA RTX AI platform enhances over 500 AI-powered games and applications. This makes the device ideal for photo and video editing, image generation, and programming.

Outside of gaming, AI-driven tasks such as eye-gaze correction or Windows Copilot tools are a breeze.

ProArt P16

Price: PhP 199,995 (coming soon)
Availability: ASUS exclusive store

  • Processor: AMD Ryzen 9 AI HX 370 with built-in 50 TOPS NPU
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 series GPU
  • Memory: Up to 32GB LDDR5X
  • Storage: 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD
  • Battery: 90WHrs, USB-C support
  • Display: 16-inch 4K 16:10 60Hz OLED touchscreen, 0.2ms, 100% DCI-P3, PANTONE validated, TÜV Rheinland-certified, SGS Eye Care Display, stylus support
  • Connectivity: USB 4 Gen 3 Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (x2), USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, HDMI 2.1, SD Express, 3.5mm audio jack
  • Network: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4

Lastly, the ASUS ProArt P16 (H7606) is a powerhouse for boundless creativity. This NVIDIA Studio-validated laptop packs a combination of topnotch GPU and 321 TOPS AI processing power, transforming creatives’ setups into a mobile studio.

The ProArt P16 can handle demanding tasks seamlessly. Its touchscreen display also ensures precision and accuracy for flawless proofing. A versatile set of I/O ports also allow for seamless connections to a user’s peripherals.

Among the laptop’s AI-enhanced creative features are StoryCube and MuseTree apps, as well as the ASUS DialPad and a dedicated Copilot key.

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Alienware celebrates 30th anniversary with new Area-51 laptops

The series features Alienware 30, an all-new design language.

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March 17, 2026

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Despite the rise of more gaming brands, Alienware is still one of the most recognizable names for gamers who want dedicated hardware. This year, the brand is celebrating its 30th anniversary. To commemorate the milestone, Alienware has launched the new Area-51 and Aurora notebooks.

Alienware Area-51

Alienware’s Area-51 lineup is the brand’s flagship line of notebooks, packing in the best of the best from the industry. This time is no different.

First of all, the new series will rock Alienware 30, a new design philosophy made especially for the 30th anniversary. On the outside, the laptops have fluid contours, emphasizing curves opposed to the industry’s more angular contemporaries. It also has a Zero Hinge, which hides the laptop’s hinge from view. Finally, it has pillowed palm rests to make usage easy for long gaming sessions.

The 16-inch model can rock up to a WQXGA Anti-Glare OLED screen, featuring 240Hz refresh rate and 620 peak HDR nits. It will also have an LCD option. Alternatively, the 18-inch model has a WQXGA screen, featuring 300Hz refresh rate and 500 nits of brightness.

Inside, the Alienware Area-51 boasts up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX processor and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 24GB GPU. For memory, gamers can enjoy up to 64GB Dual-Channel DDR5. Finally, for storage, the series can rock up to 2TB SSD natively but can support up to 3 slots, allowing for up to 12TB of internal storage.

The series will have a sizable 96Whr battery. This is complemented by a 280W adapter and the brand’s largest fans by volume to keep things cool.

Alienware 16X Aurora

For those who portability over raw power, the new Alienware 16X Aurora fits inside any day-to-day kit. For example, it ditches the thermal shelf typical of most gaming notebooks today to increase portability. It has rounded edges to make it easier to grasp and to create a slightly pillowed palm rest, similar to its flagship counterpart.

The 16-inch WQXGA OLED panel touts 240Hz refresh rate, 0.2ms response time, and 620 nits HDR peak brightness.

Inside, the notebook has up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU. These specs are paired with up to 64GB Dual-Channel DDR5 memory and up to 2TB SSD.

Finally, the Alienware 16X Aurora will have a 90Whr battery. This is supported by up to a 280W charger (for the RTX 5070 variant).

Price, availability

Both series are available starting today, March 17.

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Apple MacBook Neo Review

The Mac You’ve Been Waiting For!

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March 12, 2026

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Apple disrupts the industry with their latest MacBook — an affordable to say the very least.

If you’re a student, a first-time Mac owner, someone who’s been priced out of this ecosystem their whole life, someone who just needs a laptop for basic tasks but one that looks great, without slowing them down, this is it!

Or maybe you’re torn choosing between the MacBook Neo and the more powerful M5 MacBook Air?

Well, that’s what we’re here for. Here’s our review with the all-new MacBook Neo.

Get the MacBook Neo here!

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Hands-on: NEW iPhone 17e, iPad Air, MacBooks, Studio Displays

What Apple has announced other than the MacBook Neo

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March 9, 2026

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The MacBook Neo was the star of yesterday’s Apple event, and it has every right to be but it’s been a big week for Apple.

So as promised, we also went hands-on with every other device announced this week: iPhone 17e, M4 iPad Air, M5 MacBook Air, MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, and the new Studio Displays.

 

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