But then ASUS decided that wasn’t enough.

One word for its latest Zenbook DUO UX8406CA? POWERFUL! This laptop is a machine so awesome, it almost feels like it skipped a few generations ahead while the rest of us were still trying to figure out how to extend our battery life past lunchtime.

This dual-screen laptop is engineered for professionals, creators, and multitaskers who demand power, flexibility, and a touch of sci-fi magic, making it one of the most powerful laptops on the market.

Plus, ASUS sweetens the deal with an exclusive 12-month perfect warranty coverage, ensuring peace of mind for users.

Design and Build

So sleek with its ultra-modern design, the Zenbook DUO UX8406CA measures just 31.35 x 21.79 x 1.46–1.99 cm and weighs 1.35 kg (without the keyboard) or 1.65 kg (with the keyboard). But then, this laptop embodies both portability and excellent durability.

Built to US MIL-STD 810H military-grade standards, it can withstand harsh conditions, making it suitable for professionals on the move.

One interesting feature is the detachable full-size ErgoSense Bluetooth keyboard, which seamlessly integrates with the dual-screen setup.

The snap-on magnetic design and Pogo pins allow for effortless connection and charging, ensuring every user can quickly grasp how it functions.

The adjustable kickstand further enhances usability, allowing for multiple viewing angles—ideal for presentations, content sharing, and intensive multitasking.

Dual-Screen Experience for High-Standard Productivity

ASUS breaks the limit of your imagination with the twin 14-inch OLED touchscreens, providing an expansive 3K (2880 x 1800) resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate, 0.2ms response time, and 500-nit HDR peak brightness.

These PANTONE Validated screens ensure incredible visuals with 100% DCI-P3 colour accuracy, VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 certification, and 70% reduced blue light emission, making the colours sharp and your eyes comfortable during long work sessions.

The dual-screen setup removes the constant need for window switching, awesomely boosting workflow efficiency. Whether using Dual-Screen Mode for multitasking, Desktop Mode for coding and research, or Sharing Mode for presentations, the Zenbook DUO adapts to various professional requirements.

ASUS has also integrated ScreenXpert software, allowing for seamless App Switching, Task Swapping, and Multi-Window Management, making it easier to maximise screen real estate.

Gesture controls such as tapping with three fingers to summon a virtual touchpad or swiping with six fingers for quick access tools further enhance usability.

Performance—with AI Integration

Again, the Zenbook DUO UX8406CA is built with Intel Core Ultra 9 285H processors (2.9 GHz, up to 5.4 GHz, 16 cores, 16 threads).

Intel’s lates AI Boost NPU, delivering up to 13TOPS of AI computing power, enhancing real-time AI-driven tasks such as content creation, background effects in video calls, and smart performance optimization.

The Intel Arc Graphics onboard provides solid GPU performance, making it suitable for creative professionals dealing with photo and video editing, light gaming, and AI-driven applications.

Memory and Storage

The Zenbook DUO brings up to 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM (7467MHz), ensuring seamless multitasking without slowdowns.

Storage options include 1TB or 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs, providing ultra-fast data access speeds, making large file transfers and application loading times nearly instantaneous.

Connectivity

ASUS has packed this laptop with a rich display of I/O ports, ensuring flexibility for all users:

• 2x Thunderbolt 4 (supports 40Gbps data speed, DisplayPort, and Power Delivery)
• 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
• 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS
• 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack

For wireless connectivity, the ASUS Zenbook DUO UX8406CA comes with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4, allowing for faster speeds and improved reliability.

ASUS WiFi SmartConnect intelligently prioritises the strongest available network, ensuring a seamless online experience.

Battery Life: Power That Lasts All Day

With a 75Wh lithium-polymer battery, the Zenbook DUO is ready to stay with you for as long as you need, capable of lasting over 10 hours on a single charge.

ASUS’s USB-C Easy Charge allows charging using any Power Delivery (PD) certified charger, including portable power banks, making it ideal for mobile professionals. Fast charging replenishes 50% battery in just 30 minutes.

Audio and Camera

ASUS Zenbook DUO UX8406CA features a Harman Kardon-certified sound system with Dolby Atmos dual speakers. Coupled with ASUS Audio Booster technology, this system delivers 5.25X louder sound with zero distortion, creating clear audio when playing music, watching films, or on video calls.

For video conferencing, the FHD IR Camera with Windows Hello support ensures quick, secure logins. It also includes AI-powered features such as:

• 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) for clearer video quality
• Studio Effects like background blur, eye contact correction, and automatic framing

Software and Features: ASUS MyASUS and GlideX

The MyASUS software suite enhances user experience with features like:

• Battery Health Charging (optimising battery lifespan)
• Fan Profile (adjusting cooling performance)
• AI Noise Cancelling (reducing background noise in calls)
• Splendid Display Modes (adjusting colour profiles for different tasks)

Added to these, GlideX enables cross-device screen sharing, allowing users to extend, mirror, or unify control across multiple devices, making workflow a breeze.

Security

Zenbook DUO includes essential security features:

• Firmware TPM (Trusted Platform Module) for data encryption
• Windows Hello face recognition via the IR camera
• ASUS OLED Care to prevent OLED screen burn-in

Exclusive 12-Month Perfect Warranty Coverage

ASUS has always been known for its reliable products, but they’ve gone the extra mile by offering an exclusive 12-month perfect warranty coverage.

This means that if anything goes wrong within the first year, whether it’s a hardware issue or accidental damage—ASUS has got you covered.

Finally? The Zenbook DUO UX8406CA is breath-taking when it comes to dual-screen computing, blending power, versatility, and innovation into a single device.

Its detachable keyboard, amazing OLED displays, high-performance Intel Core Ultra processors, and AI-powered features make it a must-have for professionals, content creators, and multitaskers who demand maximum efficiency and portability.

If you are in the market for a premium, cutting-edge dual-screen laptop that can bolster the way you work and create, the ASUS Zenbook DUO UX8406CA is undoubtedly one of the best choices available in 2025.

ASUS has once again raised the bar with the Zenbook Duo 2024 (UX8406) OLED. This isn’t just another laptop; it’s a glimpse into the future of AI-powered creativity.

At its core lies the Intel Meteor Lake processor, an innovative chip that integrates a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) designed to accelerate AI tasks.

This means faster video editing, enhanced communication, and a more intuitive computing experience.

But the Zenbook Duo 2024 isn’t just about raw power; it’s about reimagining how we interact with technology.

Its dual-screen design, paired with intuitive software, offers a canvas for boundless creativity and productivity. In this article, we provide a first-hand look and conduct a thorough analysis on its functionality.

Zenbook Duo OLED (2024) UX806 Features

As evident from the specifications table of the Asus Zenbook Duo OLED (UX806), this laptop features the latest and most robust Intel processor designed for laptops; Intel Core Ultra 9 with Neural Processing Unit (NPU) for AI computing.

This powerhouse integrates a total of 16 physical cores, comprising 6 high-performance cores, 8 efficiency cores, and 2 low-power LPE cores, delivering 22 processing threads at a blistering maximum speed of 5.1 GHz.

Additionally, the system harnesses the graphics prowess of the integrated Intel Arc, boasting 8 X-Cores operating at 2.35 GHz. Enhancing the processor, is the 32GB LPDDR5X RAM at 5,600 MHz and a PCIe 4.0 SSD with 1 TB capacity.

In terms of connectivity, the ASUS Zenbook Duo has a USB 3.2 Type-A port, two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C, an HDMI 2.1 output and a combo minijack audio connector, in addition to WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3.

The best part of the Zenbook Duo UX806 device is its equal 14 inches 3K OLED dual display, with one located in the usual place and the other under the keyboard with HDR True Black 500, 120Hz refresh rate and 0.2ms response time.

What’s in the Box?

The Asus Zenbook Duo OLED 2024 (UX806) is packaged in a compact rigid cardboard box and discreet neutral aesthetics, where the model and basic specifications are barely shown.

Inside the box, we have the laptop device, along with another box of accessories including Asus Stylus 2.0 Pen, 65W power adapter and a carrying bag, plus the user manual from Asus.

Stunning:

The case included with the laptop is rigid, soft to the outside and even softer on the inside, it appears to be of very good quality. It is designed to store the laptop (it is custom made) and has a rubber band to insert the Stylus if you want.

The included Stylus is the ASUS Pen 2.0 that we have already seen in other laptops, an accessory that ASUS includes in almost all of its high-end equipment that has a touch screen.

Stunning OLED Displays

The Zenbook Duo 2024 (UX8406) OLED is equipped with two equal 14-inch OLED displays with 16:10 aspect ratio, 3K (2880 x 1800) resolution, 550-nits peak brightness, 120 Hz refresh rate, 0.2ms response time, VESA Certified HDR True Black 500 and PANTONE validation.

Both displays are multitouch-enabled and have a glossy surface. OLED displays prioritize image quality, and anti-glare surfaces can negatively impact colour saturation, contrast, and viewing angles.

Therefore, OLED displays typically do not have anti-glare coatings.

This OLED display is one of the finest and most advanced one available today in the consumer laptop category.

Built for Multitaskers

The Zenbook Duo (2024) UX8406 is designed for seamless multitasking, offering several modes to optimize productivity and creativity:

Dual-Screen Mode: This mode unlocks the full potential of the dual displays. Users can run multiple applications side-by-side, drag and drop content between screens, and create custom layouts for their workflow.

Laptop Mode: In this mode, the Zenbook Duo functions like a traditional laptop, with one screen serving as the main display and the other acting as an extended workspace or housing the keyboard.

Desktop Mode: By detaching the keyboard and using the integrated kickstand, the Zenbook Duo transforms into a desktop setup. This mode is ideal for presentations, content creation, or when a larger viewing area is desired.

The ScreenXpert 2.0 software enhances these modes by providing intuitive features like App Navigator, Task Swap, and Window Snap, which make it easier to manage and organize applications across both screens.

Additionally, the Zenbook Duo‘s touchpad features a built-in ScreenPad Plus, offering quick access to frequently used tools and applications. This further streamlines multitasking and enhances the overall user experience.

Overall, the Zenbook Duo (2024) UX8406’s advanced multitasking capabilities and versatile modes make it an ideal tool for professionals, creatives, and anyone who seeks to maximize their productivity and efficiency.

Learn more about the ASUS Zenbook Duo 2024 (UX8406) OLED here.

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• From ordinary to extraordinary: 1.35 kg Zenbook DUO is a versatile multi-mode device with dual 14″ 3K 120 Hz OLED displays for up to a 19.8″ workspace
• Zenbook DUO has versatile Laptop, Dual Screen, Desktop, Sharing modes; built-in kickstand; detachable full-size Bluetooth keyboard/touchpad; 180° hinge
• New Zenbook 14 OLED, ASUS Vivobook Pro 15 OLED, ASUS Vivobook S Series: With AI-powered Intel Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen 8040 Series CPUs

ASUS today took to the stage at CES 2024 to announce the latest additions to its consumer laptop lineup, headed up by the revolutionary new dual-screen Zenbook DUO.

The star of the lineup is the Zenbook DUO (2024) UX8406, a multi-talented 1.35 kg dual-screen laptop that’s the world’s first AI-powered 14-inch dual-screen laptop. With a detachable wireless keyboard and built-in kickstand, this versatile laptop offers up to a massive 19.8-inch workspace when fully opened, and it can be easily configured in a variety of practical and convenient modes.

New additions to the Zenbook series of premium ultraportable laptops include the Intel-powered Zenbook 14 OLED (UX3405) and AMD-powered Zenbook 14 OLED (UM3406), which deliver the signature elegance, sophistication and optimized performance that the series is renowned for.

This year’s update for the ASUS Vivobook series encompasses an impressive lineup including the 15-inch ASUS Vivobook Pro 15 OLED (N6506) for creators and gamers.

The thin-and-light ASUS Vivobook S series now includes new 14-, 15.6- and 16-inch models with Intel (S5406 / S5506 / S5606) or AMD (M5406 / M5506 / M5606) processors, which offer exceptional performance and cutting-edge features for a wide range of users.

The new lineup features the latest AI-powered Intel Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen 8040 Series processors, which offer better graphic performance, faster response and increased power efficiency, allowing users to effortlessly multitask and take advantage of the latest AI-enabled applications for enhanced creativity and productivity.

All ASUS Vivobook S series will feature Windows 11 with pre-installed Windows Copilot, a dedicated one-second-activation Copilot key, and a taskbar icon for instant AI-powered assistance.

From ordinary to extraordinary: ASUS Zenbook DUO (2024) UX8406

The revolutionary Zenbook DUO (2024) is the world’s first AI-powered 14-inch dual-screen laptop. With its detachable full-size Bluetooth ASUS ErgoSense keyboard and touchpad, this incredible device has a user-centric design that rewrites the rule book for on-the-go versatility.

With Intel Evo Edition certification, this laptop expertly combines multitasking versatility with superb mobility in a 1.35 kg-light package.

The dual full-size up to 3K 120 Hz ASUS Lumina OLED 16:10 displays are joined by a lay-flat 180° hinge to instantly expand the visual workspace to up to a massive 19.8 inches, which thanks to the integrated kickstand and detachable keyboard can be used in vertical or horizontal orientations for a number of versatile user modes — Laptop, Dual Screen, Desktop or Sharing — controlled by smart gestures via the intuitive ASUS ScreenXpert software.

For recharging, the keyboard connects to pogo pins on the edges of the lower screen, aided by magnets for positioning, and for carrying it fits snugly between the two screens. It can be detached to allow full use of the visual workspace,or be placed on the lower display for a traditional clamshell laptop experience.

Zenbook DUO maximizes productivity and play throughout the day with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor with an integrated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) for AI acceleration, 32 GB of LPDDR5x memory, up to a 2 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, a long-lifespan 75 Wh battery, and a Harman Kardon-certified Dolby Atmos audio system. And with the huge screen real estate, users can effortlessly run all their favorite productivity apps — and keep them in view — at the same time.

Zenbook DUO is designed with sustainability and durability in mind. It incorporates a variety of recycled materials, and is durability tested to MIL-STD-810H military-grade standards to maximize the device’s lifespan.

Premium ultraportable laptops: ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED​ (UX3405 / UM3406)

The 1.2 kg light and 14.9 mm thin Zenbook 14 OLED is a premium ultraportable laptop powered by up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor and Intel Arc graphics (UX3405), or the latest AMD Ryzen 8040 series processors and AMD Radeon graphics (UM3406) .

Both processor platforms incorporate the latest advances in dedicated hardware AI acceleration, with built-in AI engines that optimize performance and power efficiency.

The sleek Zenbook 14 OLED is the ultimate ultraportable laptop that takes sophistication to a whole new level.

Users can seize every moment using the enhanced extended-life 75 Wh battery, and achieve seamless connectivity via all the essential I/O ports – including 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (UX3405) or USB4 (UM3406), USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, HDMI 2.1 (TMDS) and a 3.5 mm audio jack.

An immersive audiovisual experience is provided by the vivid up to 3K ASUS Lumina OLED 120 Hz display and powerful new super-linear speakers, and the user-friendly design incorporates convenient face login, an FHD IR camera with a physical shutter for privacy, and a new quiet ASUS ErgoSense keyboard with a large ErgoSense touchpad.

UM3406 additionally features a dedicated Windows Copilot key for instant access to the new AI-powered Windows 11 assistant.

The new design offers improved sustainability with the extensive use of recycled materials for the laptop and its packaging, and US military-grade durability testing maximizes the device’s service life.

Creative pro, gaming pro: ASUS Vivobook Pro 15 OLED (N6506)

ASUS Vivobook Pro 15 OLED (N6506) offers seamless creativity and gaming with cutting-edge components: up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor with an integrated NPU AI engine, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU with a low-latency MUX switch, 24 GB DDR5 RAM, and a 2 TB NVMe SSD. It boasts advanced ASUS IceCool Pro cooling technology that enables up to a 125 W combined thermal design power (TDP).

The exceptional 16:9 display is a 3K 120 Hz ASUS Lumina OLED with vivid colors and a quick 0.2 ms response time. ASUS Vivobook Pro 15 OLED includes many user-friendly features like the ASUS DialPad virtual rotary control, ASUS AiSense camera security features, and AI noise-cancelation technology for clearer conferencing audio.

It also offers versatile connectivity and I/O via WiFi 6E, Thunderbolt 4, USB-C and Type-A ports, and HDMI 2.1. With the stylish and powerful ASUS Vivobook Pro 15 OLED, creators and gamers can finally unleash their inner pro!

Sleek, powerful and lightweight: ASUS Vivobook S series

The all-new 14-, 15.6- and 16-inch ASUS Vivobook S series laptops use a brand-new design language with a simple, sleek outlook.

They are compact, highly specified and lightweight models that offer the ultimate experience for those seeking on-the-go productivity and instant entertainment, with modern color options and minimalist, high-end aesthetics.

They’re the perfect choice for balanced mobility and performance. The Intel-powered models are the ASUS Vivobook S 14/15/16 OLED (S5406 / S5506 / S5606), and the AMD -powered versions are the ASUS Vivobook S 14/15/16 OLED (M5406 / M5506 / M5606).

The Intel Evo Edition ASUS Vivobook S series laptops (S5406 / S5506 / S5606) are powered by Intel Core Ultra processors, with up to a 45-watt TDP and a built-in Intel AI Boost Neural Processing Unit (NPU) that provides power-efficient acceleration for modern AI applications. The AMD-powered ASUS Vivobook S series laptops (M5406 / M5506 / M5606) are equipped with AMD Ryzen 8040 Series processors, boasting a TDP of up to 45 watts and built-in Ryzen AI acceleration for efficient performance in modern AI applications. All Vivobook S series laptops feature a dedicated Windows Copilot key, allowing users to effortlessly dive into Windows 11’s AI-powered tools with just one press. Additionally, these laptops feature a memory allocation function that lets users allot up to 8 GB of memory to the iGPU to enhance the performance of gaming and AI apps.

Lifelike visuals are provided by world-leading ASUS Lumina OLED displays with resolutions up to 3.2K (S5606 / M5606) along with 120 Hz refresh rates, a 100% DCI-P3 gamut and DisplayHDR True Black 600 certification.

The stylish and comfortable ASUS ErgoSense keyboard now features customizable RGB backlighting, and there’s an extra-large ErgoSense touchpad.

As with all ASUS Vivobook models, the user experience is prioritized: there’s a lay-flat 180° hinge, an IR camera with a physical shutter, a full complement of I/O ports, and immersive Dolby Atmos audio from the powerful Harman Kardon-certified stereo speakers.