ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024)

ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024)

Manufacturer	ASUS
Product family	Zenbook
Release date	January 2024 (2024-01)
Discontinued	No
Operating system	Windows 11 Home (Can be configured with Windows 11 Pro)
CPU	Intel Core Ultra 5 125H Intel Core Ultra 7 155H Intel Core Ultra 9 185H
Memory	16 GB or 32 GB LPDDR5X (onboard)
Memory slots	None (soldered)
Storage	512 GB, 1 TB, or 2 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD
Storage slots	1 user accessible
Display	Screen size: 14 inch Panel type: OLED Coating: Glossy Resolution: 2880 x 1800 or 1920 x 1200 PPI: 243 or 162 Aspect ratio: 16:10 Refresh rate: 60 Hz or 120 Hz Brightness: 400 or 500 Nits Contrast ratio: 1,000,000:1 DCI-P3: 100 % VRR: VESA CERTIFIED Display HDR True Black 500 Screen-to-body ratio: 91 %
Graphics	Intel Arc Graphics
Sound	Built-in speaker with Smart Amp Technology harman/kardon (Premium) audio quality with Cortana support
Camera	Front: 1080p with IR function for Windows Hello
Touchpad	Precision touchpad
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) (Dual band) 2x2 Bluetooth 5.3 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-A) 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports display / power delivery) 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
Power brick	65W Type-C AC Adapter
Battery	75 WHr, 4-cell Li-ion
Keyboard	Backlit
Chassis	Color: Inkwell Gray Materials: Aluminum
Fingerprint reader	No
Facial recognition	Yes (IR webcam with Windows Hello)
Special features	Dual OLED touch screens, Military Grade: US MIL-STD 810H, EPEAT Gold, Energy star 8.0, RoHS
Website	ASUS

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   The ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024) is a versatile ultrabook designed for multitasking and productivity, featuring dual OLED touch screens and powered by Intel's Core Ultra processors. It is available in various configurations and is aimed at creative professionals and general users who require a high-quality display and efficient multitasking capabilities.

Primary Hardware

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Processor

The ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024) can be configured with the following processors:

• Intel Core Ultra 5 125H with 14 cores (6 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 18 threads, 18 MB cache and a max frequency of 4.5 Ghz.
• Intel Core Ultra 7 155H with 16 cores (6 P-cores + 10 E-cores) and 22 threads, 24 MB cache and max frequency of 4.8 Ghz.
• Intel Core Ultra 9 185H with 16 cores (6 P-cores + 10 E-cores) and 22 threads, 24 MB cache and max frequency of 5.1 Ghz.

ASUS supplies the processors with sufficient power and cooling for CPU-intensive tasks, resulting in average to above-average performance compared to other laptops with the same processors. The Zenbook Duo performs well in short benchmarks but throttles under sustained load, dropping to 20 watts after initial peaks. In everyday tasks, the performance is efficient, but users may notice a decrease during prolonged intensive use.

Benchmarks:

• Cinebench R15 Multi: 2316 Points
• Cinebench R23 Multi: 15,923 points
• Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core: 13,351 Points
• Cinebench R20 Multi: 4843 Points
• Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core: 2483 Points

Graphics

The Zenbook Duo (2024) is equipped with integrated Intel Arc Graphics.

The integrated GPU shows good performance but suffers from frame rate fluctuations in gaming, making it less reliable for high-detail gameplay. While it performs well in synthetic benchmarks, real-world gaming experiences may vary due to driver issues. The graphics performance is suitable for light gaming and multimedia tasks but not for demanding gaming scenarios.

Benchmarks:

• 3DMark Performance Rating: 95.6 pt
• 3DMark Fire Strike Score: 8024 points
• 3DMark Time Spy Score: 3537 points
• 3DMark 11 Performance: 11153 points

Memory

The Zenbook Duo (2024) comes with either 16 GB or 32 GB LPDDR5X-7467 RAM, which is soldered onto the motherboard and cannot be upgraded.

The RAM provides sufficient performance for multitasking and demanding applications. The dual-channel configuration enhances memory bandwidth, making it suitable for demanding applications.

Benchmarks:

• AIDA64 Memory Copy: 91178 MB/s
• AIDA64 Memory Read: 83604 MB/s
• AIDA64 Memory Write: 76369 MB/s

Storage

The Zenbook Duo (2024) can be configured with 512 GB, 1 TB, or 2 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD.

The storage performance is solid, contributing to the overall speed and responsiveness of the system. The SSD ensures quick boot times and fast file access. However, some users may find the performance not as high as competing SSDs.

Benchmarks:

• CrystalDiskMark Sequential Read: 4183 MB/s
• CrystalDiskMark Sequential Write: 2768 MB/s
• AS SSD Score Total: 4065 Points
• DiskSpd Sequential Read: 5120 MB/s
• DiskSpd Sequential Write: 1617 MB/s

Co-processors

The Zenbook Duo (2024) features the Intel AI Boost NPU for accelerating AI applications.

Input Devices

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Keyboard

The Zenbook Duo (2024) comes with a chiclet keyboard with backlight and 1.4 mm key travel.

The keyboard offers a comfortable typing experience with solid feedback. The backlight has three intensity levels and can be controlled automatically via an ambient light sensor, enhancing usability in low-light conditions. The physical keyboard is detachable and connects to the device using pogo pins that also allow the laptop to charge it while connected.

Touchpad

The Zenbook Duo (2024) features a precision touchpad integrated into the palm rest area.

The touchpad is responsive and offers good gliding properties. It supports multi-touch gestures, making navigation smooth and intuitive. However, it lacks physical buttons, which may not be ideal for all users.

Webcam

The Zenbook Duo (2024) is equipped with a 1080p webcam with IR function for Windows Hello.

The webcam provides solid image quality in good lighting and supports Windows Hello for facial recognition. It includes features like background blur and head tracking, enhancing video conferencing experiences.

Microphone

The Zenbook Duo (2024) comes with a built-in array microphone.

The microphone captures clear audio for video calls and recordings, though it may pick up background noise in louder environments.

Output Devices

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Display

The Zenbook Duo (2024) features dual 14-inch OLED touch screens with the following specifications:

• 2880 x 1800 resolution, 120 Hz refresh rate, 400 nits brightness, 500 nits HDR peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, VESA CERTIFIED Display HDR True Black 500, 1.07 billion colors, PANTONE Validated, Glossy display, 70% less harmful blue light, Touch screen, 91% screen-to-body ratio, with stylus support.
• 1920 x 1200 resolution, 60 Hz refresh rate, 400 nits brightness, 500 nits HDR peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, VESA CERTIFIED Display HDR True Black 500, 1.07 billion colors, PANTONE Validated, Glossy display, 70% less harmful blue light, Touch screen, 91% screen-to-body ratio, with stylus support.

The displays offer excellent brightness and color accuracy, with a high contrast ratio. The 120 Hz refresh rate ensures smooth motion, making it ideal for both productivity and entertainment.

Benchmarks:

• Maximum HDR brightness: 656 cd/m²
• Average brightness in SDR mode: 384 cd/m²
• Color coverage: 99.6% Display P3, 100% sRGB

Audio

The Zenbook Duo (2024) comes with built-in speakers with Smart Amp Technology and harman/kardon (Premium) audio quality.

The speakers are decent but not exceptional, with limited bass response. They are suitable for casual listening but may not satisfy audiophiles. Sound from the bottom-mounted speakers is surprisingly loud, but it can be rough and harsh at high volume.

Connectivity

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WiFi

The Zenbook Duo (2024) is equipped with Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211.

The Wi-Fi performance is stable and fast, supporting the latest Wi-Fi standards, ensuring good connectivity.

Benchmarks:

• Iperf3 transmit: 1635 MBit/s
• Iperf3 receive: 1647 MBit/s

Bluetooth

The Zenbook Duo (2024) comes with Bluetooth 5.3.

SD Card Reader

The Zenbook Duo (2024) does not include an SD card reader.

USB

The Zenbook Duo (2024) is equipped with the following USB ports:

• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
• 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports display / power delivery)

Display Outputs

The Zenbook Duo (2024) comes with the following display outputs:

• 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS
• 2 x DisplayPort (via Thunderbolt 4)

Case

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The Zenbook Duo (2024) is available in Inkwell Gray and features an aluminum chassis.

The design is sleek and modern, appealing to users who value aesthetics as well as functionality. The device has passed MIL-STD 810H tests for road hazards like shock, vibration, and high and low temperatures; it feels sturdy with no flex when you grasp the screen corners.

Maintenance

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The Zenbook Duo (2024) is not designed for easy user maintenance. The RAM is soldered and not upgradeable, and access to components is complicated.

Cooling System

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The Zenbook Duo (2024) is equipped with a dual fan system.

Heat

The device remains cool during idle and light tasks but can get warm under load.

Benchmarks:

• Maximum temperature on the upper side: 35.6 °C
• Maximum temperature on the bottom: 46.6 °C

Noise

The fans are relatively quiet under normal use but can become loud under heavy load.

Benchmarks:

• Maximum noise in Performance mode: 47.8 dB(A)

Energy Management

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Power Consumption

The Zenbook Duo (2024) ships with a 65W Type-C AC adapter.

The power consumption is reasonable, but a higher wattage charger would be beneficial.

Benchmarks:

• Load: 52.8 / 67.1 Watt

Battery Life

The Zenbook Duo (2024) comes with a 75 WHr, 4-cell Li-ion battery.

The battery life is decent, lasting around 9.5 hours under typical usage. It lasts longer with one display active than with two.

Benchmarks:

• WiFi Websurfing: 9h 21min
• Video playback: 13h 40min
• Load (maximum brightness): 2h 26min

Biometrics

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The Zenbook Duo (2024) supports IR facial recognition with Windows Hello.

The facial recognition works well, providing a secure and convenient login method.

Software

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All SKUs ship with Windows 11 Home but the laptop can be upgraded to Windows 11 Pro, either manually or when buying directly from ASUS.

Preinstalled Software

MyASUS

The MyASUS program acts as the primary control center in the Zenbook Duo (2024). It includes Dolby Atmos dynamic, music, movie, game, voice, and equalizer presets as well as system updates, microphone adjustments, and screen settings.

ScreenXpert

ScreenXpert software enhances the user experience by providing customization options for the dual screens.

Other Preinstalled Software

The Zenbook Duo (2024) also comes with Microsoft Office Home & Student 2021, Microsoft 365 Personal 1-year included, Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021, Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 + Microsoft 365 Basic, Microsoft Office Home & Student 2021 + Microsoft 365 Basic.

Linux Support

The device may have limited support for Linux, as drivers for the new hardware may not be fully optimized yet.

Accessories & Warranty

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The Zenbook Duo (2024) comes with a 65W Type-C AC adapter, a backpack, a stylus (ASUS Pen SA203H-MPP2.0 support), and a sleeve. Included accessories may vary according to country and territory.

There is a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.

Reviews Summary

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Overall Sentiment

The ASUS Zenbook Duo (2024) is praised for its innovative dual-screen design, making it a strong contender in the dual-screen laptop market. It excels in multitasking and offers a solid input experience, making it suitable for creative professionals and general users alike. The device is considered versatile and efficient for productivity tasks, though it has some drawbacks in terms of component access and gaming performance.

Problems Summary

• Throttles under sustained load, leading to decreased performance.
• Integrated GPU is not suitable for demanding gaming scenarios.
• RAM is soldered and not upgradeable.
• Complicated access to components for maintenance.
• Limited bass response from speakers.
• No SD card reader.
• Touchpad lacks physical buttons, which may not be ideal for all users.
• Device runs warm under load, leading to increased fan noise.

Links

Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD: PCMag

Intel Core Ultra 9 185H, 32 GB RAM, 2 TB SSD: NoteBookCheck