The Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED isn’t just another laptop refresh. Featuring the latest 13th Gen Intel Core CPU, a gorgeous 13.3-inch OLED screen and a design that’s thinner than its predecessor, this new laptop is one of the best ultraportables in 2023.
I briefly worked with the Zenbook S 13 during an Asus event and immediately fell in love with the notebook due to its sleek, lightweight design. We’ll need to put the laptop through its paces to see if it can find a place on our best laptops list. But based on my time with the laptop, I’m excited to see what this Zenbook has to offer.
Here are my thoughts on the Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED and why I think it’s a laptop worth keeping an eye on.
Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED: Specifications
| Header cell – column 0 | Asus Zenbook 13S OLED |
|---|---|
| Starting price | $1,399 |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-1355U |
| graphics | Intel Iris X graphics |
| an offer | 13.3 inches, 16:10 2.8K (2880 x 1800) |
| memory | up to 32 GB |
| storage | up to 1 terabyte |
| Connection | Wi-Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.2 |
| camera | FHD IR |
| ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB-C, 1x USB-A, 1x HDMI, 1 headphone jack |
| battery | 14 hours (rated) |
| Dimensions | 11.6 x 8.5 x 0.4 in |
| Weight | 2.2 pounds |
Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED: Price and availability
The Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED is available at $1,399 in ABT devices (Opens in a new tab). This configuration has a 13.3-inch 2.8K (2880 x 1800) 16:10 OLED display, 13th Gen Intel Core i7-1355U CPU, 32GB of RAM and 1TB of SSD storage.
Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED: Design and Display
The first thing that struck me about the Zenbook S 13 is how light it is as a feather. At 2.2 pounds, it’s one of the lightest laptops I’ve ever held. In fact, it’s lighter than the MacBook Air M2, which weighs 2.7 pounds.
I had no problems carrying the Zenbook S 13 around to an event and resting it on my lap while I typed on it. I’m sure I’ll forget this laptop is in my bag when carrying it around, which is a selling point. It is also very slim at 11.6 x 8.5 x 0.4 inches.
Then we have a machined aluminum chassis, which not only feels comfortable to hold, but also makes Zenbook S 13 very sturdy. I’ll need more time with the laptop to see how solid it is in the long run, but it felt suitably solid during the limited time I had with the device. I also found it easy to open the lid with one hand, which is also another selling point.
The ceramic aluminum lid and dark silver body look great. Whether it’s a professional or a casual setup, your laptop won’t look out of place no matter where you use it. I also like how its discreet design doesn’t draw too much attention to itself.
The Zenbook S 13 has a 13.3-inch 16:10 OLED display with a resolution of 2880 x 1800. Asus claims the screen can reach 550 nits of brightness, has a color gamut of 100% DCI-P3, and a Delta-E of less than 1. ( A Delta-E from scratch is best for color accuracy.)
I found the screen bright and crisp enough during my short hands-on time with the laptop. I particularly liked the way the colors popped up on the screen without being overdone. I’m curious to see how the Zenbook’s screen stacks up in our lab tests and how it compares to other laptops we’ve tested.
Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED: Performance
The Zenbook S 13 should have enough power for everyday computing tasks based on its specifications. This includes a 13th Gen Intel Core i7-1355U CPU, up to 32GB of RAM and up to 1TB of SSD storage.
Without a discrete GPU, your laptop wouldn’t be able to run some of the best PC games or edit videos as well as the MacBook Air M2. However, if you mainly use laptops for work or for watching videos, the Zenbook S 13 should be up to the task.
Our lab tests will give us more information about how well the Zenbook S 13 performs.
Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED: keyboard and touchpad
Zenbook S 13 features a spacious keyboard with fast keys. The keys have good travel and produce a satisfying click when pressed.
It’s too early to tell how I’m going to like the keyboard after heavy use, but based on my initial experience, I think I’m going to like it a little.
There’s not much I can say about the touchpad right now, but it felt smooth and responded to my every gesture.
Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED: Battery Life
Zenbook S 13 OLED houses a 63Wh lithium polymer battery. Asus claims that the laptop can last up to 14 hours on a single charge.
If true, this laptop should last you all day and then some. But as always, we’ll need to test the battery life ourselves to see if our laptop’s real-world battery life matches our estimated battery life.
Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED: webcam and ports
Zenbook S 13 OLED has a full HD (1920 x 1080) infrared webcam. Features include lighting enhancement, background blur, eye tracking, and motion tracking effects.
You will find a decent amount of ports. This includes two Thunderbolt 4 / USB-C ports, a USB-A port, an HDMI 2.1 port, and a headphone jack. I appreciate the inclusion of HDMI and USB-A, which you don’t often find on ultraportables.
Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED: Outlook
The Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED makes a great first impression with its sleek, slim design. I’m a big fan of ultraportables and it looks like this notebook might be one of the best of its kind for 2023. Yes, laptop performance and display quality are its top aspects – but there’s nothing wrong with having it all in a sleek chassis.
I can’t wait to test out the Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED and see if its performance and general usability match its impressive design. Stay tuned for our full review!
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