Lifestyle Guide: How to choose the right 16-inch laptop for your lifestyle

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Find the ideal bigger and better 16-inch ASUS Vivobook and Zenbook laptops for school, work, entertainment, or content creation.

Pasig City, Philippines, March 3, 2023 — Choosing the right laptop that caters to one’s needs and lifestyle may be a daunting task with many choices available in the market. More often than not, Filipinos must choose between portability over performance, performance over a better display, or a better display over portability. What if there’s a bigger and better laptop that balances users’ needs without compromising anything?

Enter the latest ASUS Vivobook and Zenbook series – a wide range of 16-inch devices ideal for school, work, entertainment, or content creation. These compact and powerful laptops are designed to accommodate a variety of Filipino lifestyles, featuring the best specs and unique features for optimum productivity and creativity.

Choose OLED as the gold standard

ASUS brings the beauty of an OLED display to its 16-inch laptops providing users a viewing experience that’s almost true to life. With a world-leading 3.2K 120Hz 16:10 OLED display, images on ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 OLED (K6602) are vibrant and popping. With the bigger screen real estate, designers and artists can see every line and shade of their drafts. Color-grade and color-match like the pros, as Vivobook Pro 16 OLED has a cinema-grade 100% DCI-P3 color gamut and Pantone-validated, ensuring supremely accurate colors – may it be in a dark editing room or a brightly-lit café. For those who love post-processing videos, having an OLED display on an editing device only means flicker-less and smooth motions, especially in those fast-paced scenes.

 

Multitasking is also more efficient as Vivobook Pro 16 OLED features up to 12^th Generation Intel Core i7-12700H CPU, 16 GB RAM, up to 1 TB PCIe SSD, and up to a studio-grade of NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti GPU. It can handle fast video editing, entry-level 3D animation workflows, and the like, so users can spend more time producing great content and less time staring at progress bars.

Aside from having a bigger display, ASUS engineered Creator-centric features to amplify their creative workflow. The MUX Switch on Vivobook Pro 16 OLED allows reduced latency and increased performance during 3D works. This feature also comes in handy when creators enjoy fast-paced gaming during break time. The ASUS Dial on ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X OLED (UX7602) and the ASUS DialPad on ASUS Vivobook Pro 16X OLED (N7601) give creators a more ergonomic and streamlined way to work. This rotary control lets them fully control parameter adjustments in select Adobe apps. These 16-inch ASUS Creator laptops also come with a free three-month subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud.

Choose the perfect balance between performance and design

Gone are the days when performance and design could not co-exist in one’s school or work laptop. ASUS Vivobook 16X (M1603) and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605) make it possible to have an all-around high-performing productivity device in a compact design. Ideal for a hybrid school or work setup, these devices have top specs supporting an expansive 16-inch LCD wide-view NanoEdge display, all in a sleek body. Whether creating a feasibility plan, reviewing documents, taking virtual classes or meetings, or watching the latest TV series, users can enjoy a more immersive viewing experience, all thanks to the real estate a 16-inch display can only offer.

While the exteriors of Vivobook 16X and Vivobook 16 are discreet and polished, they pack a punch on the inside. Under the hood of these Classic Vivobook devices are the latest AMD and Intel processors. Vivobook 16X comes with up to AMD Ryzen 7 5800H Mobile Processor, and Vivobook 16 features an up to 12^th Generation Intel Core i7-1255U CPU. Plus, the 8 GB of DDR4 RAM and a 512 GB PCIe SSD on both models give a performance boost for all-day, all-night productivity. To top it all off, both Vivobook 16X and Vivobook 16 are pre-installed with a free lifetime license to Office 2021 Home & Student.

Choose upgraded features

ASUS’ 16-inch laptops are more than just their display and internal specs. They are also designed with many features that take productivity to the next level. Upgrade that video conferencing experience for school or work as the ASUS 16-inch devices are equipped with ASUS AI Noise-Canceling Technology and ASUS 3D Noise Reduction. These features allow a distraction-free crisp video call without those unnecessary background noise and upgrade the webcam’s image clarity in real-time. Their ASUS ErgoSense keyboards also provide maximum comfort when typing, especially when working on those long reports. They are treated with ASUS Antibacterial Guard[i] for maximum protection and are certified MIL-STD-810H U.S. military grade[ii].

Found the best 16-inch laptop yet? Watch out for ASUS’ most affordable laptop with a 16-inch 4K OLED display, the Vivobook 16X OLED, arriving in early March 2023 for only PHP 56,995.00.

Bigger, Better Discount at 3.3 Shopee and Lazada Birthday Sale

Filipinos can also secure their own ASUS 16-inch laptop through the Shopee 3.3 Big Laptop Sale and ASUS x Lazada Big Birthday Sale Big Laptop Sale at a discounted price of as low as PHP31,615.00. The first five to purchase an ASUS OLED 16-inch or 15-inch laptop will receive a Create with ASUS merchandise. Plus, PHP 100 voucher and free shipping vouchers[iii] await. To know more, visit the ASUS Philippines Facebook page.

All ASUS 16-inch laptops come with Two Years International Warranty and Platinum Protection Warranty and are available on Home Credit at 0% installment of up to 18 months.

Along with features that fit any lifestyle, these devices come in various price points, with a starting regular price of PHP 32,995.00. Visit https://ph.asus.click/PRWTB to know the nearest ASUS Concept Stores and authorized resellers.

ASUS celebrates 2.2 no. 1 OLED Festival with up to 10% OFF on Vivobook and Zenbook devices

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From January 28 to February 5, ASUS fans can win a Vivobook 13 Slate OLED by purchasing any ASUS OLED laptops during the promo period

Manila, Philippines, January 26, 2023 - Kickstart your year and enjoy big discounts this upcoming 2.2 no. 1 OLED Festival sale from the leading laptop brand in the Philippines, ASUS. Enjoy free shipping nationwide and get a chance to win a Vivobook laptop when you purchase any ASUS OLED laptops through the ASUS Official Store on Shopee and Lazada from January 28 to February 5, 2023 only. The lucky winner will be announced on February 10 through the official Facebook page of ASUS Philippines.

Amazing true-to-life ASUS OLED colors

OLED technology is now available across ASUS’ Vivobook and Zenbook series. It lets you enjoy an incredible viewing experience, whether at home, work, or traveling. It will give users an immersive laptop experience because it produces accurate and cinema-grade colors and extreme contrast with high color volume compared to regular LCD laptops. ASUS OLED laptops also guarantee motion clarity and faster response time which means users can enjoy fast-paced motion pictures without experiencing motion lags. It also produces 70% less blue light reduction that protects the eye health of the user. ASUS Fans can enjoy these industry-leading features from the no. 1 OLED laptop brand in the Philippines, ASUS. To know more about the benefits of OLED display, you may check it here WHY ASUS OLED.

Your no. 1 Zenbook OLED technology

Starting January 28, 12 midnight, ASUS fans can get the Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401) for only PHP 83,695.00 from its original price of PHP 87,995.00. This versatile ultra-slim Zenbook boasts a powerful 12th Gen Intel Core Processor with Intel Iris Xe Graphics for a seamless and smooth laptop experience for work and entertainment. The Zenbook 14 Flip OLED also features ASUS’ 360-degree ErgoLift Hinge technology that lets you convert the device into whatever laptop mode you wish – laptop, stand, tent, or anything in between.

The Zenbook 14 Flip OLED is designed to accompany you anytime and anywhere with its 14-inch 2.8K OLED display and large screen, perfect for users looking for a versatile and lightweight device while traveling. Aside from the Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401), other thin and light Zenbook devices like the Zenbook 13 OLED (UX325) and Zenbook 14 OLED (UM3402) are also part of the ASUS 2.2 no. 1 OLED Festival sale.

Wow The World with OLED and Performance

Both the Vivobook S 14X OLED (S5402) and Vivobook S 14 Flip OLED (TP3402) are perfect for your leisure time, whether for movies or for social media browsing with their 14.5-inch and 14-inch 2.8K OLED display. These devices are designed to keep you entertained at your most convenient time. When it comes to performance, both laptops are equipped with up to 12th Gen Intel i7 Core Processor, making your daily laptop experience easier and faster.

Designed to improve the modern workflow, the Vivobook S 14X OLED features Intel Evo certification for fast-charging technology, all-day battery life, blazing-fast connectivity, instant wake, and incredible performance. Both of these laptops produce true-to-life colors because it is Pantone Validated. For added protection, the Vivobook S 14 Flip OLED has the ASUS Anti-bacterial Guard technology that kills 99% of bacterial inhibition in the laptop

The Vivobook S 14X OLED (S5402) and Vivobook S 14 Flip OLED (TP3402) have a pre-installed Microsoft Office for Home & Student. You may also enjoy a 1-month free Adobe Creative Cloud upon purchase. The Vivobook S 14X OLED and Vivobook S 14 OLED will have a discounted price of PHP 71,295.00 and PHP PHP 71,245.00, respectively. You may check out other discounted Vivobook laptops like the Vivobook 13 Slate OLED (T3300), Vivobook Pro 15 OLED (K6500), and Vivobook 15X OLED (M1503) during the 2.2 no. 1 OLED Festival sale on Shopee and Lazada.

In addition to these amazing deals from ASUS, enjoy sitewide nationwide free shipping for both Shopee and Lazada, capped at PHP 100.00. To know more about the details, please check out ASUS Shopee, ROG Shopee, and ASUS Lazada for these exclusive deals and discounts.

1As of Aug. 1, 2020. Based on internal ASUS market analysis comparing the size of ExpertBook B9 to competitor products from vendors including Acer, HP, Huawei, Lenovo, Microsoft and Samsung. Actual weight may vary by specs

ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED - A stylish, powerful productivity laptop

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Enjoying zen life with ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED

Working and having fun with a computer, especially now, with the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED make my everyday life more enjoyable. We love anything digital and progressive to facilitate lifelong learning, mobility and flexibility in all areas of life. Zen is not some kind of excitement, but concentration on our usual everyday routine.

Enjoying travelling and working with this new laptop, ASUS, Zenbook 14 OLED, a modern technology has changed our lives in countless ways – revolutionizing how we work and live. Technology has made the biggest impact is in the realm of communication, conversing with people outside of our immediate vicinity.

ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED in the smallest and thinnest laptop that's beautiful inside and out, and great performance make it an excellent choice for general-purpose users.

The powerful and compact Zenbook 14 OLED is just 16.9 mm slim and 1.39 kg light, with a breathtaking new design that’s timelessly elegant yet totally modern.

Incredibly well-built and powerful with a standout display, and its vibrant design, The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED features a keyboard with an ASUS ErgoSense and NumberPad 2.0 design.

ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED is great choice for media consumption - mobility and versatility. Especially if you’re looking for a portable device to bring out and about, the extra hours of freedom from an outlet, ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED deliver superb performance, and there’s a long-lasting 75 Wh battery - 75WHrs 4-cell Li-Ion battery with 65W adapter, Harman Kardon speakers, and a couple of ports.

Zenbook 14 OLED is packed with relevant input and output ports. There are two (2) reversible USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 ports, supporting up to 10Gbps of data transfers. There’s also your regular HDMI port and even a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port for your connectivity needs.

You can lay it flat with its 180-degree ErgoLift hinge

ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402), incorporates ASUS’ new monogram logo on the lid, along with a redesigned ErgoLift hinge, also flaunts a 14-inch OLED NanoEdge screen with 2.8K resolution, a 90Hz refresh rate, and 600 nits peak brightness.

Stylish, thin and light, The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED with a solid military-grade build quality, a great design, and display, and is supremely portable.

Ready to keep you connected whenever, wherever. There’s a long-lasting 75 Wh battery.

Main Features

OLED: Outstanding Visual Experience

The 2.8K resolution display features a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, 0.2ms response time, and 90Hz refresh rate. It has been certified by VESA DisplayHDR™ 500 True Black to support up to 550-nit of peak brightness and 0.0005 nits of deep black brightness, providing creators with a brighter and more detailed viewing experience. A 16:10 aspect ratio and 90% screen-to-body ratio improve the sense of immersion.

Latest generation CPU with AIPT

The laptop features the 12th Generation Intel® Core™ i5 processors, which support ASUS Intelligent Performance Technology (AIPT), contributing to boosting the CPU performance.

Revamped Design ID

The new Zenbook 14 OLED series chassis is made of aluminum alloy and features ASUS' new monogram design on the lid with a 2-color option.

Rich Connectivity

Two Thunderbolt™ 4 ports with up to 40 Gbps bandwidth, a standard HDMI 2.0 port, a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a microSD card reader.

It also features a built-in dual-band WiFi 6E (802.11ax) wireless network card with ASUS WiFi Master Premium technology.

ErgoSense keyboard

The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED features a keyboard with an ASUS ErgoSense design, providing users with a comfortable typing experience. The keyboard's 19.05 mm pitch, 0.2 mm dish-shaped indentation, and 1.4mm key travel improve the overall typing accuracy and experience.

Amazing Audio

The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED series has a stereo dual-speaker sound system certified by Harman Kardon and Dolby Atmos for unrivaled audio quality. The volume-enhancing, distortion-suppressing smart amplifier is equipped with a powerful DSP chip that can drive the twin speakers at the maximum volume possible. All while preventing long-term damage to the sensitive speaker voice coils.

ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (UX3402) Specifications

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CPU	12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-1260P processor 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-1240P processor
Display options	14.0-inch, 2.8K (2880 x 1800) OLED 16:10 aspect ratio, 0.2ms response time, 90Hz refresh rate, 400nits, 600nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 1,000,000:1, VESA CERTIFIED Display HDR True Black 600, 1.07 billion colors, PANTONE Validated, Glossy display, 70% less harmful blue light, SGS Eye Care Display, Screen-to-body ratio: 90 ％
Operating system	Windows 11 Home
Graphics	Intel® Iris® Xe graphics
Main memory	8/16 GB 4800 MHz LPDDR5 onboard
Storage	512 GB / 1 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 SSD
Connectivity	Dual-band WiFi 6E (802.11ax) + Bluetooth® 5.2
Camera	1080p FHD camera
I/O ports	2 x ThunderboltTM 4 USB-C® with full range (5~20V) of charging 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1 x standard HDMI® 2.0 1 x MicroSD Reader 1 x Audio combo jack
Touchpad	ASUS NumberPad 2.0 / ASUS ErgoSense touchpad
Audio	Harman Kardon-certified Dolby Atmos sound system with 2 built-in speakers Built-in array microphone with Cortana and Alexa voice-recognition support
Battery	75 Wh lithium-polymer battery
AC adapter	65W Type-C power adapter (Output: 20 V DC, 100 W, Input: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz universal)
Dimensions	313.62 x 220.63 x 16.9 mm
Weight	1.39 kg

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Perfect visuals from the expansive 16:10 2.8K OLED HDR NanoEdge touchscreen2,3,4, a color-accurate up to 550-nit screen that’s PANTONE® Validated and has a cinema-grade 100% DCI-P3 gamut. The 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 Processor, Intel Iris® Xe graphics, 16 GB RAM and 512GB PCIe 4.0 SSD deliver superb performance.

Excellent for watching Netflix, NBA games and other streaming sites. The 2.8K OLED display is gorgeous, plus the speakers (tuned by Harman-Kardon) deliver good audio that’s loud enough to fill a room.

An inevitable in our daily endeavors, a laptop, recommended ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED, is pretty much suit for everyone. 

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ASUS Unveils New Series of Innovative Laptops at CES 2021

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CES 2021 Innovation Award winners: The 4K OLED 15.6" ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED (UX582), and master multitasker ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482)

TAIPEI, TAIWAN (January 14, 2021) — ASUS today announced the latest laptops in the premium ZenBook series featuring The Laptop of Tomorrow, headed up by the 15.6-inch ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED (UX582) and the 14-inch ASUS ZenBook Duo 14(UX482), which are both recipients of prestigious 2021 CES® Innovation Awards. These new two-screen models introduce the tilting ASUS ScreenPad™ Plus, a full-width secondary touchscreen with a new auto-tilt mechanism that improves readability, aids cooling, and works seamlessly with the main display for effortless multitasking and creativity.

In addition to the new dual-screen models, ASUS also introduced the latest from the ZenBook and VivoBook series featuring the 4K OLED Screen and the latest from the AMD® Ryzen™ 5000 U-Series Mobile Processors.

Flagship performance: ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED

ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED is powered by up to a high-performance Intel Core i9 processor, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 laptop GPU, and up to 32 GB RAM to make light work of demanding cross-screen workflows using the 14-inch 4K UHD ScreenPad Plus — which now has an improved brightness of 400 nits — and the main display. Ultrafast storage with up to a 1 TB PCIe 3.0 x4 SSD helps accelerate any creative workflow and optimize productivity. ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED is one of the first NVIDIA Studio laptops with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series laptop GPUs — NVIDIA's second-generation RTX architecture that offers GPU acceleration for ray tracing, artificial intelligence, and video encoding that allows artists to create in record time.

 

Ultimate mobile productivity: ASUS ZenBook Duo 14

ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 is an Intel Evo™-verified laptop powered by up to an 11th Generation Intel Core i7 processor, up to 4.7 GHz for incredible performance with multiple cores and paired with up to 16 GB RAM to make light work of cross-screen workflows using the 12.6-inch ScreenPad Plus and the main display. Ultrafast storage with up to a 1 TB PCIe 3.0 x4 SSD helps accelerate any workflow and optimize productivity. ZenBook Duo 14 also features ASUS Intelligent Performance Technology, which works with the 11th Gen Intel processors to intelligently boost performance. Using Performance mode, users can enjoy a performance boost of up to 40% compared to a similar standard laptop. ZenBook Duo 14 also incorporates the AAS Plus thermal system that optimizes cooling performance and allows a 3 mm-slimmer chassis due to the reduced need for empty internal cooling space.

With integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a choice of discrete NVIDIA GeForce® MX450 graphics, ZenBook Duo 14 delivers silky-smooth visuals for multitasking users, supercharging photo- and video-editing tasks. Casual content creators will love the effortless on-the-go visual power that ZenBook Duo 14 provides.

Tilting ScreenPad Plus

ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo 15 OLED and ZenBook Duo 14 introduce a new tilting ScreenPad Plus design that adds a new dimension to on-the-go computing. This full-width secondary touchscreen — which has a resolution of 3840 x 1100 and a higher brightness of 400 nits — automatically tilts upwards by up to 9.5° (7° in ZenBook Duo 14), reducing glare and reflections for improved readability. It makes working with the main four-sided frameless NanoEdge display even more seamless, with endless ways to optimize and personalize workflows. When the laptops are placed on the supplied Duo Stand, the tilted display sits at a stylus-friendly angle, and both displays support the latest 4096-pressure-level devices including the bundled ASUS Pen.

 

ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED/14 (UX325 OLED/UX425)

ZenBook 13 OLED has an amazing FHD OLED HDR NanoEdge display that renders true-to-life colors at any brightness level, with deep blacks for enhanced realism. It's PANTONE® Validated for superb color accuracy and has a cinema-grade 100% DCI-P3 color gamut. The ultrafast response time ensures blur-free movies and games, and its low blue-light levels are TÜV Rheinland-certified for better eye care. The four-sided NanoEdge design features slim bezels that create an 88% screen-to-body ratio for a more immersive viewing experience. ZenBook 13 OLED is designed for effortless portability, weighing just 1.14 kg with a compact and elegant all-metal chassis that's a mere 13.9 mm thin. It's also incredibly power efficient, with up to an amazing 13 hours of battery life on a single charge, making ZenBook 13 OLED a perfect match for today's on-the-go lifestyles.

 

The ZenBook 14 on the other hand is one of the world’s thinnest 14-inch laptops that feature QHD Display, with an ultra-slim 14.3 mm profile and up to 16-hour battery life that make it the ideal traveling companion. ZenBook 14 delivers ultrafast responsiveness even for demanding tasks, combined with an ergonomic design that includes the durable ErgoLift hinge and an edge-to-edge keyboard for typing comfort. It also offers versatile features including ASUS AI Noise-Canceling Audio technology and hands-free face login.

 

ASUS AMD LAPTOPS POWERED BY THE LATEST AMD RYZEN 5000 U-SERIES

ASUS Philippines are set to announce the arrival of its AMD laptops to its various segment. The premium and elegant ASUS ZenBook Series and the Mainstream yet stylish ASUS VivoBook Series. These laptops are powered by AMD Ryzen 5000 U-Series Mobile Processors for superb performance. Designed to enable effortless creativity with its up to AMD Ryzen 7 5800H Mobile Processors and up to NVIDIA® GeForce® MX450 graphics.

 

ASUS ExpertBook series: Brand-new features for elevated conferencing, connectivity and security

 

ASUS ExpertBook laptops are designed to offer unrivaled mobility for business users – the lightest in their class, US military-grade durability and all-day long battery. They also offer ergonomic designs and robust security features, helping professionals work comfortably and securely, anytime and anywhere. The full array of innovations available in ExpertBook laptops and being revealed CES 2021 include:

 

ASUS ExpertBook B9: The world’s lightest 14” business laptop1, now powered by Intel® vPro

 

ASUS ExpertBook B9 aims to lead the commercial PC industry. Now, we’re introducing brand-new ExpertBook B9 with Intel® vPro platform to help business users build a reassured infrastructure and advanced ASUS two-way AI noise-canceling technology to receive more clarity on video conferencing. For working anywhere, remotely, the Intel vPro platform delivers business-class performance, hardware-enhanced security features with Intel Hardware Shield, as well as Intel Active Management Technology (AMT) for remote management.

ASUS ExpertBook B1: Primed to perform. Configured for business.

ASUS ExpertBook B1 is designed to offer a wide range of configuration and heavy-duty performance, making it a powerful and tailored choice for ambitious startups, established education organizations and growing firms of all sizes. To drive productivity for businesses, ExpertBook not only employs an 11th Gen Intel Core™ processor with Intel Iris® Xe graphics, but also implements ASUS Intelligent Performance technology, driven by ASUS-exclusive algorithms and an ultra-efficient thermal design to allow users to smartly switch between Performance Mode to boost power for heavy workloads, Balanced Mode for everyday tasks, and Whisper Mode for quiet and power-saving operation.

 

ASUS Chromebook CX9: Secure, tough, and powerful

To empower remote workers with cloud-first operating systems and collaborative tools, ASUS is proud to unveil our brand-new premium Chromebook – ASUS Chromebook CX9, which is ultra-durable, yet lightweight with magnesium-alloy chassis processed with high-precision CNC-milling, so it is only 16 mm thin and weighs around 1 kg to easily take it to anywhere. It also meets next-level and industry-leading MIL-STD 810H US military tests to ensure it’s tough enough to withstand business rigors on the road. Additionally, the four-sided frameless 14-inch NanoEdge display provides an immersive, near edge-to-edge viewing experience with an impressive 91% screen-to-body ratio.

These all-new roster of ASUS Newest Innovations will be expected to come in the Philippine market very soon. Watch out for future announcement and more details about these awesome laptops through ASUS Philippines Official Facebook Page.