With Apple’s M series and the Snapdragon X Elite, we were all thinking that ARM-based laptops were going to be the future, but wait—Intel’s Core Ultra Series 2 is here, and it’s way, way better than we expected. This Luna Lake processor is the best thing that Intel has made in years, and we’ve tested it extensively inside the new Asus Zenbook S14 OLED.
Asus Zenbook S14 OLED : Design And Packaging
Before we talk about the design of the Zenbook S14 OLED, let me highlight its exquisite packaging. The box has a texture similar to the laptop itself, blending seamlessly with the packaging. So much so that when we opened it, we almost didn’t notice the laptop inside. You also get a 65W charger and a high-quality sleeve to carry the laptop.
Asus Zenbook S14 OLED : Build Quality
Asus Zenbooks are known for their premium build, and the Zenbook S14 OLED is no exception. It’s extremely slim at just 1.1 cm thick and weighs only 1.2 kg, making it one of the most premium, compact, thin, and light machines I’ve held, even compared to a MacBook. The laptop uses a blend of ceramic and aluminum called C-Aluminum, which not only looks great but also doesn’t attract fingerprints. Plus, it’s military standard 810G certified, meaning it’s built like a tank.
Asus Zenbook S14 OLED : Display
Now, let’s talk about the display. Asus’ OLED panels are stunning, and this one is no different. It features a 14-inch 3K Lumina OLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut. It’s perfect for creators who use Photoshop, and it offers great HDR performance for streaming Netflix. The audio setup is Dolby Atmos certified, with two tweeters and two woofers, although the bass is a bit lacking due to the compact design.
Asus Zenbook S14 OLED : Ports and Webcam
The laptop has a solid I/O setup for its size: a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port, two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, and a 1080p Asus AI webcam that supports Windows facial recognition. The keyboard feels a bit shallow due to the slim design, but the glass trackpad is fantastic, offering gesture controls and multimedia features.
Asus Zenbook S14 OLED : Performance
The Intel Core Ultra 7258V is the star of the show, based on Intel’s new Luna Lake architecture. It’s a complete package, with CPU, GPU, memory, and I/O controllers all baked into a single die, significantly reducing latency. It supports 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM and Wi-Fi 7, and we’ve seen impressive battery life thanks to its efficient power consumption.
We achieved around 14–15 hours of battery life during testing, which is the best we’ve ever seen. Even with its low TDP (power consumption), this laptop delivers solid performance. The Intel R-140V GPU is one of the most powerful integrated GPUs we’ve tested, delivering smooth gaming performance at high frame rates in games like Valorant.
Conclusion
The Intel Core Ultra Series 2 is a game changer for the industry. ARM-based chipsets may have led the way for a while, but Intel’s offering now feels more complete, especially since it’s an x86 platform that won’t face compatibility issues with apps. The Asus Zenbook S14 OLED with the Intel Core Ultra 7258V is a fantastic choice, offering excellent performance, battery life, and a premium build, making it a great option for Intel fans.
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