Hands-on with the ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) in Vietnam: Slim and lightweight design, weighing only 1 kg, powerful 13th Gen Intel Core i7

On May 16th, ASUS officially launched the ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) laptop in the Vietnamese market. Personally, I had the opportunity to experience this laptop and I was truly impressed with its sleek and lightweight design, along with its powerful hardware specifications. Without further ado, let's get hands-on with the ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) in Vietnam to learn more about the device!

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Hands-on with the ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) featuring an ultra-slim lightweight design

Inheriting the best features from its predecessors, the ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) is dubbed as one of the thinnest and lightest ultrabook laptops available today. With a thickness of only 1.18 cm and weighing just 1 kg, users can effortlessly utilize the ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) anytime, anywhere.

The A side of the ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) features a matte finish, with the highlight being the random lines forming the familiar A logo seen on previous Zenbook models. This design approach gives the device a sleek, attractive appearance and creates a distinctive feature compared to other ultrabook designs with the A logo positioned centrally on other products.

The edges of ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) are all flattened to increase surface area for ports while maintaining a unified design. On the left side of the laptop, you'll find two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports along with an HDMI 2.1 port. On the right side, there's an additional USB-A port and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Overall, the connectivity ports on ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) can meet users' basic needs. Moreover, thanks to the strong development of wireless connectivity technology, users no longer need to use as many ports as before.

Furthermore, I assess the build quality of ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) very positively as the machine does not feel flimsy at all. Additionally, the corners of ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) are gently curved to prevent users from getting bumped during operation or handling. The Ergolift hinge mechanism of the device is also solidly built and well-balanced, allowing users to type more comfortably.

Upon opening, aside from discussing the display which we'll delve into later, ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) features a neatly arranged keyboard system. The keyboard provides a satisfying typing experience with adequate key travel, consistent responsiveness, and swift feedback. Additionally, the device also supports three levels of backlighting to facilitate typing in low-light conditions.

Additionally, the TouchPad of ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) is generously sized with fast recognition speed. Interacting with this touchpad is very convenient and comfortable. However, the mouse buttons on the TouchPad of ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) are of the hidden type under the touchpad, so there will be audible feedback when pressed.

ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) features a sharp 2.8K display with vibrant colors

The ASUS Zenbook series is renowned not only for its slim and lightweight design but also for its impressive display capabilities. ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) continues this legacy with its 13.3-inch OLED display and 2.8K resolution (2880 x 1800 pixels), delivering vivid and beautiful images with vibrant colors. Additionally, the high resolution is an advantage of this display for users who require detailed content viewing. This is an essential factor for those involved in graphic-related tasks.

Moreover, the display of ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) also boasts a brightness of up to 550 nits, allowing us to view content in bright lighting conditions. The device also achieves 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, resulting in more accurate and true-to-life colors, reducing discrepancies for image-related tasks. Additionally, the 16:10 aspect ratio of the screen enables ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) to display more content, supporting effective multitasking when splitting the screen.

ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) boasts powerful specifications with Intel Core i7-1335U

Before delving into details, let me outline the specifications of ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) for your convenience.

• Display: 13.3-inch size, 2.8K resolution (2880 x 1800 pixels).
• Processor: Intel Core i7-1355U.
• RAM: 32 GB LPDDR5.
• Storage: 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD.
• Graphics Card: Intel Iris Xe Graphics.
• Battery: 63 WHrs.
• Operating System: Windows 11.

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In terms of performance, ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) is powered by the Intel Core i7-1355U chip. For those unfamiliar, the Intel Core i7-1355U processor is composed of 10 cores, 12 threads with a clock speed that can reach up to 5.0 GHz. This will provide ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) with strong and stable performance for users to carry out office tasks or entertainment.

Accompanying this, ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) comes with up to 32 GB of RAM, using the latest LPDDR5 standard, enabling the device to multitask efficiently. Furthermore, ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) is equipped with a 1 TB NVMe SSD, not only allowing the device to boot software/applications quickly but also providing users with ample storage space.

As an ultrabook laptop, ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) may not excel in graphics performance due to its slim and lightweight design (often relying on integrated graphics and thermal system limitations). However, the integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics card on ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) can still adequately meet users' basic needs for tasks such as simple image/video editing or gaming with appropriate graphic settings.

Additionally, ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) features a 63 Wh battery, with ASUS claiming that the device can provide users with up to 14 hours of usage. While this is only a result of testing under ideal conditions and will be significantly affected during real-world usage, personally, I find this to be a very impressive battery life for an ultra-thin and lightweight laptop. This also demonstrates ASUS's effective optimization along with the improvements and upgrades of the new chip generation, helping the device save more energy.

Conclusion

Overall, ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023) is a perfect successor from its predecessors. Not only does it feature a slim and lightweight design, but the device also boasts a beautiful display, high durability, and impressive specifications. What are your thoughts on ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023)? Feel free to leave your comments below!

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