ASUS has announced the release of its latest laptops, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 and ProArt PZ13 Copilot+ PCs, featuring the newly launched Snapdragon X Plus eight-core platform.
This launch signifies an important expansion of ASUS’s Copilot+ PC series, offering an advanced platform that delivers multiday battery life, exceptional performance, and AI-powered features to a wider audience.
ASUS Vivobook S 15
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is crafted for portability, featuring a slim 14.7 mm, 1.42 kg all-metal body with a sleek design and a premium CNC-engraved logo. It includes a 70Wh battery that offers up to 19+ hours of use, along with fast charging and ASUS USB-C Easy Charge.
The laptop features a single-zone RGB backlit keyboard, a dedicated Copilot key for quick access to AI tools like Copilot, Live Captions, and Cocreator, and a large touchpad with intuitive gesture controls. It also includes the innovative StoryCube AI-powered app for creative projects.
Connectivity is comprehensive, with two USB4 ports, USB 3.2, HDMI 2.1, a microSD slot, and Wi-Fi 7 with speeds up to 5.8 Gbps. The 15.6-inch 3K 120 Hz ASUS Lumina OLED display, featuring 100% DCI-P3 color gamut and Dolby Atmos audio, ensures an outstanding audiovisual experience, perfect for both work and entertainment.
Quick specifications: ASUS Vivobook S 15 (S5507QA)
ProArt PZ13
The ProArt PZ13 is a lightweight, 0.85 kg, 9 mm detachable laptop designed for creative professionals on the move. It offers IP52 and military-grade durability. This Copilot+ PC provides an enhanced AI experience with improved security, speed, and personalization.
The laptop features rich connectivity options, including two USB4 ports and an SD Card reader. Its 70Wh battery allows up to 21 hours of FHD video playback, making it ideal for extended off-grid use. The 3K ASUS Lumina OLED touchscreen supports stylus input and delivers vibrant visuals, with Pantone Validated certification and a 16:10 aspect ratio.
The ProArt PZ13 comes with AI-driven tools such as StoryCube for managing assets and ProArt Creator Hub for optimizing workflows. Additionally, it comes with a six-month CapCut membership for video editing and is bundled with an ASUS Pen 2.0 to enhance creativity.
Quick specifications: ProArt PZ13 (HT5306QA-BB72T-CB)
Pricing and Availability
Both laptops will be available in Canada starting today, with the following pricing:
- ASUS Vivobook S 15 (S5507QA-BB71-CB): 16GB/512GB – priced at CA$1,399 (USD 1,030 / Rs. 86,715 approx.), available exclusively at the ASUS Store and Best Buy.
- ASUS Vivobook S 15 (S5507QA-DB71-CB): 16GB/1TB – priced at CA$1,499 (USD 1,105 / Rs. 92,910 approx.), available at the ASUS Store and selected retailers.
- ASUS ProArt PZ13 (HT5306QA-BB72T-CB): 16GB/1TB, bundled with an ASUS Pen 2.0, priced at CA$1,649 (USD 1,220 / Rs. 1,02,210 approx.), available exclusively at the ASUS Store and Best Buy.
Speaking about the launch, Rangoon Chang, ASUS Corporate Vice President of Consumer BU, said,
We’re excited to witness the Snapdragon X Plus eight-core platform extending the transformative capabilities of Copilot+ PCs to a broader global audience. ASUS is dedicated to making advanced technology, such as the ProArt PZ13, accessible to everyone, and our partnership with Qualcomm Technologies is a major step in that direction.