ASUS’s ZenBook series has always been the company’s foremost when it comes to delivering solutions for workers on-the-go. The company has revitalised the line up with features that make working on-the-go easier, more ergonomic and less of a hassle. This year is no different with the new ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325) and the ZenBook 14 (UX425).
The two new entries into the ASUS ZenBook line up make up the new ZenBook Classics line up which hold fast to the original ZenBook’s ethos of being portable and fitted for productivity. The ZenBook 13 and ZenBook 14 come with the 10th Generation Intel Core i5 and i7 processors with Intel IRIS Plus Graphics which allow them to be more power efficient and more powerful – allowing on-the-go workers to get more done and keep up with the increasing demand for processing power. Paired with 8GB of RAM, the ZenBooks will be able to handle most anything you can throw at the laptops.
The new line is the lightest and most compact line up of ZenBooks ever. The 13.3-inch ZenBook 13 comes in at only 1.07kg and is an astounding 13.9mm thin. The ZenBook 14 maintains the thickness but gets a little bump in weight, coming in at 1.13kg. Both laptops come with Full HD LED displays with 1080p resolution. The slim bezels around the screen allow for up to 90% screen to body ratio for a more immersive experience when you’re consuming your multimedia while maintaining the compact size.
Built for Productivity
Keeping with their productivity focus, the laptops come equipped with The ZenBook 13 and ZenBook 14 come with a 512GB NVMe PCIe 3.0 solid state drive (SSD) for quick read and write performance. The SSD also allows you to boot into Windows in less than 10 seconds. In addition, ASUS NumPad 2.0 which turns the touchpad into a fully functional NumPad for all your number crunching needs. Together with NumPad 2.0, ASUS has also optimised the ergonomics of the laptop with it’s now ubiquitous ErgoLift hinge. The hinge raises the laptop slightly and angles the keyboard for a more natural typing experience and better cooling.
The new ASUS ZenBook Classic entries are not only optimising hardware for productivity, it also ensures that you don’t need to live the dongle life. The ZenBook 13 and ZenBook 14 both come with a full array of ports to make sure you’re ready to connect. It comes with two USB-C port complete with Thunderbolt 3 technology and ASUS EasyCharge. Also on the laptops is a USB Type A port, a HDMI port and a microSD card reader.
In addition to the numerous ports, the new ASUS ZenBooks also come equipped with WiFi 6 compatibility. The new WiFi technology allows up to three times more data to be communicated through WiFi for quicker data speeds and better latency. Your data isn’t the only thing that will be quicker than usual, you’ll also be able to login in a snap with the Windows Hello thanks to the IR webcam on the new ZenBooks.
Keeping productive can be a little bit frustrating at times, but the ZenBook 13 and 14 are tough with MIL-STD 810G ruggedness. So, you won’t need to worry about things getting a little bit rough with the laptops. This is complemented by up to 22 hours battery life thanks to it’s large 67Wh battery.
Pricing & Availability
The ASUS ZenBook 13 and ZenBook 14 will be available starting on August 11, 2020 for MYR3,999 (USD$953.25) for the version with the Core i5 and MYR4,699 (USD1,120.15) for the one with the Core i7.
Official Specifications
ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325)
| CPU | Intel Core i7-1065G7 processor Intel Core i5-1035G1 processor |
| Display | 13.3” LED-backlit FHD (1920 x 1080) 450 nits Slim 2.9 mm bezels with 88% screen-to-body ratio |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Office Software | Office Home & Student 2019 included |
| Graphics | Intel® Iris® Plus Graphics |
| Main memory | 8GB 3200 MHz LPDDR4x onboard |
| Storage | 512GB M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 SSD |
| Connectivity | WiFi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth® 5.0 |
| Camera | HD infrared (IR) webcam (supports Windows Hello) |
| I/O ports | 2 x Thunderbolt™ 3 USB-C® with ASUS USB-C® Easy Charge 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A; 1 x Standard HDMI 2.0; 1 x MicroSD card reader |
| Touchpad | ASUS NumberPad 2.0 |
| Audio | Certified by Harman Kardon ASUS SonicMaster stereo audio system with surround-sound; smart amplifier for maximum audio performance Array microphone with Cortana and Alexa voice-recognition support |
| Battery | 67 Wh lithium-polymer battery up to 22 hr battery life |
| AC adapter | 65-watt power adapter Output: 20 V DC, 3.42 A; Input: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz universal |
| Dimensions | 304 x 203 x 13.9 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 1.07 kg |
| Color | Pine Grey |
| Retail Pricing (MYR) | RM 3,999 (i5-1035G1) RM 4,699 (i7-1065G7) |
ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425)
| CPU | Intel Core i7-1065G7 processor Intel Core i5-1035G1 processor |
| Display | 14” LED-backlit FHD (1920 x 1080) 400 nits Slim 2.5 mm bezels with 90% screen-to-body ratio |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Office Software | Office Home & Student 2019 included |
| Graphics | Intel® Iris® Plus Graphics |
| Main memory | 8GB 3200 MHz LPDDR4x onboard |
| Storage | 512GB M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 SSD |
| Connectivity | WiFi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth® 5.0 |
| Camera | HD infrared (IR) webcam (supports Windows Hello) |
| I/O ports | 2 x Thunderbolt™ 3 USB-C® with ASUS USB-C® Easy Charge 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A; 1 x Standard HDMI 2.0; 1 x MicroSD card reader |
| Touchpad | ASUS NumberPad 2.0 |
| Audio | Certified by Harman Kardon ASUS SonicMaster stereo audio system with surround-sound; smart amplifier for maximum audio performance Array microphone with Cortana and Alexa voice-recognition support |
| Battery | 67 Wh lithium-polymer battery up to 22 hr battery life |
| AC adapter | 65-watt power adapter Output: 20 V DC, 3.42 A; Input: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz universal |
| Dimensions | 319 x 208 x 13.9 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 1.13 kg |
| Color | Pine Grey |
| Retail Pricing (MYR) | RM 3,999 (i5-1035G1) RM 4,699 (i7-1065G7) |