While AI PCs all tend to be reliable when it comes to processing power and AI features, they vary in appearance. And if you’re one looking one that’s highly fashionable while still providing what’s expected of an AI PC, look no further: the ASUS Zenbook S 14 is that laptop.
The latest iteration of the Zenbook S 14 comes in Scandinavian White and Zumaia Gray colorways. It is made of ASUS’ revolutionary new material for the Zenbook line: Ceraluminum.
Sleek design
Achieving the Zenbook S 14’s distinct look takes a bit of science. Aluminum alloy is submerged in an electrolyte solution. Then, a high voltage of electricity is passed through it, creating a ceramic layer which is bonded to aluminum.
The material is extremely light but highly durable. We cannot emphasize this ratio enough. Despite its thin frame, you certainly feel how firm and sturdy it is– almost like a sleeper build. We say this coming from another thin and light laptop that feels sufficiently sturdy on its own. But one touch and you’ll know the ASUS Zenbook S 14 is on another level, build-wise.
It’s also soft to the touch and resistant to fingerprints. And that’s what makes ASUS’ latest AI offering portable and distinctively stylish at the same time.
The Zenbook S 14 is a head turner. It measures just 1.1 centimeters thin. It’s also incredibly light at just 1.2 kilograms, which makes it perfect for remote work, travel, and more scenarios.
More importantly, if you’re the type who likes to dazzle people when dressing up, this laptop can more than keep up with you.
Serious power
Its appearance and portability are just half the story. The Zenbook S 14 is a power efficient high performer. It can provide you with everything you expect from a capable AI PC nowadays.
Under its hood, the laptop houses an AI-enabled Intel Core Ultra processors with Intel Arc graphics. These processors come with dedicated Neural Processing Units (NPU) that can deliver up to 47 TOPS of AI performance.
Okay, but what does that mean for you? It means breezing through your usual office productivity things. Emails, work documents, spreadsheets, and presentations — won’t even break a sweat. Even more impressive, it’s also more than capable of handling media-heavy tasks.
Par for the course of most AI-capable laptops today, this comes equipped with Copilot and its corresponding dedicated button. Many workplaces have incorporated AI to their workflow. Whether that’s by speeding up certain processes, generating ideas, and more. It’s a helpful when utilized with absolute intent.
If you happen to be in the business of content creation, the ASUS Zenbook S 14 will more than get you by the basic photo and video manipulation. And with ASUS’ own Story Cube app powered by AI, it’s easier than ever to comb through the thousands of files you’re likely working with.
Busy workdays need to be mitigated by visits to Hogwarts.
But it’s not all about work. The Zenbook S 14 is capable enough to handle games like Hogwarts Legacy. With it, you can destress through some interactive entertainment of your choice.
Hardware plus
Just below the display when you’re using it, the device also features an entire panel that looks like a speaker at first but is actually an exhaust system. Thanks to the incorporated CNC milling technology, an ultra-slim vapor chamber is integrated for even quiet cooling.
It’s not really something you’d pay attention too as you use the device more, but something that could be pretty cool to share if you happen to need an icebreaker out of the blue.
Moreover, the Zenbook S 14 comes with up to 32GB of RAM and 1TB of PCIe 4.0 SSD storage for fast performance and effortless multitasking. Connectivity isn’t a worry likewise, as the device supports Wi-Fi 7. It’s packing a lot, even in such a slim frame. And sure, we’ve had many of these slim notebooks before but to see them be as powerful as this, we’ve truly come a long way.
Power, portability
Furthermore, the Zenbook S 14 comes with a 72Wh battery. For light to moderate tasks, you are assured of having the laptop last an entire day. Its optimized processor allows for better efficiency and significantly longer battery life.
On a comparative 5-day work week, it lasted roughly shy of about an hour compared to an M1 or M2 MacBook Pro. And users of that laptop can tell you, with that power efficiency, you can rest easy that you’ll have more than enough juice for a few hours of leisure after a long day of work.
When there’s a need for more power, the laptop supports fast charging through its 65W adapter. You can get the notebook recharged to about 38% in just 30 minutes, 74% in an hour, and back to full in just about over two hours.
Some of us tend to scurry for a power up even at just 50% of battery life left. Know that even just a few minutes of being plugged into a power outlet will give you enough boost and peace of mind if you’re looking at a longer workday.
In spite of its thinness, the Zenbook S 14 has a complete suite of ports. There are two Thunderbolt 4 Type-C ports, a full-sized HDMI port, and even a 3.5mm audio jack. That’s aside from its power delivery port.
That means you can take the laptop with you anywhere to setup your mobile workstation. Should you need to connect it to more devices like external displays, hard drives, and more, it won’t be a problem.
Display, audio
Are you caught up with Emily in Paris?
Complementing all the AI capabilities is the topnotch audiovisual hardware on the ASUS Zenbook S 14.
The laptop boasts of a 3K 120Hz ASUS Lumina OLED display. Colors are vibrant. Details come with rich contrast.
Whether it’s Disney+’s Shogun or Netflix’s Emily in Paris, scenes and costumes are all more vibrant. Even Inside Out 2, one of this year’s top animated films, came out more immersive on the OLED screen.
On the audio department is a Harman Kardon-certified four-speaker system, comprised of two tweeters and two woofers. This system is also Dolby Atmos-supported. That way, users are assured of an immersive and multidimensional listening experience each time.
And true enough, the powerful sound system pulls you deeper into the stories you watch. Sound comes out crisp and full, capturing ever emotion or musical note with clarity.
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The ASUS Zenbook S 14 is a top choice Windows laptop. It has everything expected of a portable AI PC. It’s stylish but that appearance does not compromise its performance. And it has a long battery life for work, entertainment, and everything in between.
Plus, the intangibles all make the Zenbook S 14 worthy of the GadgetMatch Seal of Approval. That’s credit to the thoughtfulness that went into its creation.
THE Michael Josh just got back from the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas — the annual tech event that attracts all the biggest tech brands.
One of which is none other than ASUS, Taiwan’s biggest computing giant. They have launched the first wave of Windows laptops for 2026. There’s a full lineup — models for everyday folks, creators, and gamers.
However, we are focusing on these Zenbooks favorites the show: the updated 2026 Zenbook DUO and Zenbook A14, as well as a bigger Zenbook A16 model.
Eager to know more about them? Here’s our Spotlight on the three power-packed ASUS Zenbooks at CES 2026.
CES 2026
Lenovo Legion Pro Rollable Concept was possible thanks to TCL
Also responsible behind the foldable display of the new motorola razr fold
At this year’s CES 2026 in Las Vegas, TCL CSOT (China Star Optoelectronics Technology) and Lenovo have further proved their long-term partnership. The newest Lenovo Legion Pro Rollable Concept and the motorola razr fold are equipped with displays by TCL CSOT.
Lenovo Legion Pro Rollable Concept
The continuous collaboration of the two mighty Chinese companies bring out something that has been envisioned in laptops for quite a while now.
Ever imagined of a conventional laptop with standard 16:9 display that can instantly stretch into a 21:9 widescreen monitor? Well, the Lenovo Legion Pro Rollable Concept proves it’s more than possible.
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Pioneering this partnership starts with TCL CSOT’s rollable display. Dubbed as the Lenovo PureSight OLED Gaming display. From a regular 16-inch 16:9 display, it completely transforms into an ultra-wide screen — stretching between 21.5 all the way to 24 inches.
For gamers and even e-sports athletes who seek visual flexibility (literally and figuratively), the display adapts to three (3) different training phases.
- Focus Mode (16 inches) for honing reflexes
- Tactical Mode (21.5 inches) for enhanced situational awareness
- Arena Mode (24 inches) for full-scale competitive simulation
Behind that rollable display tech by TCL CSOT lies a dual-motor, tension-based system. This not only means that the rollable display can unroll smoothly, the expansion is not just controlled, its contraction also delivers minimal vibration and noise.
There’s also a dedicated tensioning mechanism that ensures consistent tautness across the OLED panel. Low-friction materials then secures durability throughout the rolling cycle.
motorola razr fold
Finally, after a long wait, motorola finally unveils their first ever book-style foldable.
The motorola razr fold headlines TCL CSOT’s 8.1-inch 2K LTPO flexible inner display. And unlike most foldable offerings in the market today, it supports a stylus!
When closed, its 6.6-inch external display delivers the familiarity of a candy-bar smartphone. Furthermore, its sleek, striking, and slim silhouette will feel comfortable in one’s hands.
Not much has been shared but more details will soon be unfolded by motorola.
The Co-Innovation Legacy
The steady legacy of TCL CSOT and Lenovo has already delivered consumer-ready products past the convention center show floor showcase.
Those include the Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i with a flexible 4K OLED display unveiled at CES 2025. Even the motorola razr 60 series flip-style foldables launched last July 2025 was not missed.
And, with the introduction of the Legion Pro Rollable Concept and the motorola razr fold, both companies continue to turn advanced display research into practical, user-focused products — setting new standards for performance, comfort, and sustainability.
With past display innovations, these newer advancements offer a more immersive viewing experience, better eye comfort, and flexiblility across various user applications.
This continuous collaboration highlights the companies shared commitment to advancing display technology and elevating the visual experience for users worldwide.
TCL CSOT’s constant strive for innovation is mainly driven by their APEX values:
- A-mazing Display Experience
- P-rotective of Eye Health
- E-co-Friendly to build and use; and
- X-Unlimited Imaginative Potential
Jun Zhao, the Senior Vice President of TCL Technology and CEO of TCL CSOT, states that the company is dedicated in providing Lenovo high-quality displays and custom diplay solutions that turn advanced technology into something “We are dedicated to providing Lenovo with high-quality, custom display solutions that turn advanced technology into everyday excellence, and
He also says “they look forward to exploring new frontiers together.”
The mystique of laptops has not abated since the pandemic. Portable PCs are still finding niches in today’s market. Whether you need an on-the-go office machine or a plug-and-play gaming rig, there is a laptop out there for you. This year is no different. As the year closes, it’s time to show some love to our Favorite Laptops of 2025.
ROG Zephyrus G14
As a gaming laptop, the ROG Zephyrus G14 brandishes a lot of the industry’s most powerful hardware. Shining with only a little more accoutrements as a MacBook, this notebook is sleek but a force to be reckoned with under its aluminum chassis.
We described the Zephyrus G14 as a laptop’s equivalent of “quiet luxury”; it doesn’t stand out, but anyone who knows the brand will give you a silent nod of approval. As part of the premium luxury segment, it does have a pretty high price tag, but that’s about the only thing that stops this laptop from being an immediate buy. Everything else is perfect.
Apple M5 MacBook Pro
Before the year ended, Apple dropped a surprising bombshell for its fans. The M5 MacBook Pro brings out a more powerful processor for Apple’s notebook segment. A premium alternative to the M4 MacBook Air, the notebook is “Pro but without the overkill.”
Obviously, it’s not for everyone. But, to those who need an additional jolt of power, the M5 MacBook Pro delivers everything you need and more.
Lenovo Yoga 7i Aura Edition
If you’ve dabbled in notebooks over the past decade, you should recognize Lenovo’s Yoga lineup. The 2-in-1 notebook popularized foldables before foldables were even a thing. With a 360-degree hinge, users can fold the notebook back into a tablet and vice versa.
The Lenovo Yoga 7i Aura Edition is the perfection of this technology, infused with today’s hardware. It’s not a perfect laptop or a perfect tablet, but if you need both, this notebook saves you the hassle of shopping for two separate devices. It’s a great deal.
ASUS Gaming V16
A robust gaming rig might be one of the most expensive things you can spend on today, especially because of rising RAM prices. Thankfully, being a gamer doesn’t have to be just as pricey. The new ASUS Gaming series brings decent gaming performance for a fraction of the price.
The ASUS Gaming V16 is your gateway drug to portable gaming. Starting at only PhP 59,995, the notebook offers users a taste of what the gaming world can do. It has a decent Intel Core 5 chipset and an RTX 40 series GPU. Plus, with a 63Whr battery, it’s built for grinding.
Apple M4 MacBook Air
If the MacBook Pro is too much power for you, this year’s M4 MacBook Air might fit your needs more. Though it doesn’t have Apple’s latest chipset, it’s still a decent all-around notebook for everyday use.
Because it doesn’t have the most robust hardware, the new MacBook Air is a master of portability. Even if it came out in the first quarter of this year, we were quick to call it one of the best laptops of 2025. As the year winds down, we’re still not taking away that distinction.
Lenovo Legion Go S
In the strictest sense of the word, the Legion Go S technically is not a laptop. Hear us out, though: Being a Windows-powered device, the handheld gaming device can act like a notebook in a pinch. Most importantly, it deserves some love as a computer, too.
For those who were expecting more traditional laptop fare, here’s a refresher: The Legion Go S is a portable gaming device that’s shaped like a Nintendo Switch. One version comes with Windows and can do much of what a laptop can do. Though it doesn’t have a standard keyboard, the power lurking underneath earns it a spot on this list.
ASUS Zenbook A14
There’s only so many ways you can differentiate a laptop from another, while keeping its essence as a notebook intact. In the case of the Zenbook A14, beauty takes center stage. Yes, it looks like any run-of-the-mill notebook, but it will still feel like one of the most premium devices you’ve ever touched.
The notebook sports ASUS’s iconic Ceraluminum which gives the Zenbook A14 a smooth, tactile finish that feels great to lug around. Plus, it weighs only 899 grams, making it handy for portability. If that’s not enough, the PhP 65,996 price tag is so affordable for its quality.
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