ASUS Zenbook Duo 2021 Real-World Test (Performance, Battery Test, & Vlog)

The new 2nd generation ASUS Zenbook Duo 2021 is here. The dual-screen laptop now has some much-appreciated upgrades including a tilted second screen, more powerful specs, and more. In this real-world test, I'll see how the Zenbook Duo battery lasts in various scenarios, test the performance for photo and video editing, and show you some of the things I found most useful.
Check it out and let me know what you think!
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[@TheUnlockr]

Fisher's video is live now, too! Check it out here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJ-ylnind9qBf9E

[@junior.von.claire]

The mask? Outside? Get real.

[@barkatthemoonlunatic1715]

@@junior.von.claire Can you just leave it about the laptop review instead of the mask. there's already a ton of debate about this that's dividing the country. get real

[@barkatthemoonlunatic1715]

Do you think the MX450 graphic card version of the laptop would do a better job for editing the video project you tried in this video? B&H has it listed at $1699 (intel 7 and 32 GB RAM)

[@junior.von.claire]

@@barkatthemoonlunatic1715 No, I stand by my comment. And the division is being perpetrated by tyrannical Marxists, Critical Race Bait Theory and postmodernists. GET REAL? The Left is pushing even 2+2=5!

[@barkatthemoonlunatic1715]

@@junior.von.claire He's not bothering you nor is anyone else who wears a mask, so calm down and leave him alone. So get real.

[@nerovanguard846]

These real world tests are just impeccable and so original, I'm loving it so much Props to Asus, always bringing innovation And yes, pls do the Xe Intel graphics video pls

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you so much! And Ill see if Intel is down to chat soon 🤔

[@danielluke3143]

Michael fisher told me to tell you that he sent me here for the review. Good day to you

[@TheUnlockr]

Ha thanks for stopping by!

[@danielluke3143]

@@TheUnlockr haha sure subscribed too

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you!

[@leonardlopez3450]

I am a designer and I do a lot of Premiere pro and after effects, I use the 2019 14" model. This one looks so much better. You really can't go back to a single screen laptop after using this as your daily driver. Loved the video. Thanks a lot for the review. Will get the duo version of this once I have enough saved up

[@Iaman.w]

This is the review what audience wants 👏👏

[@DTPIIXART]

I like how the smaller screen acts as a second monitor. I do most of my initial text editing work in Notepad, and Notepad++, so that would be an awesome spot to put those at while doing other work in the main screen.

[@talhatanzilsazib2896]

Love your editing.. And yea you didn’t miss coffee today 😎

[@brandenalexander6038]

Oo this laptop is gonna be so useful for me. Im a major in AI and lots of coding, the second screen makes everything efficient while coding. Im in love with this laptop

[@zeymare2634]

I also want it for coding. Do you think it would be useful to have the console on the bottom screen and the rest on the main one?

[@brandenalexander6038]

@@zeymare2634 oh yeah definitely

[@chalayan]

Dang, I could have waited and got the new Zenbook duo 2021 instead of the 2020 version.

[@Simul4tion]

that is what every human says.... but if everyone wait and those what you just said, then nobody will have any laptop actually....

[@KyleKyle__]

You could say that about literally anything

[@guantoeatnyc]

Tell me im not the only one who scanned the QR Code to look at their menu LOL

[@maxmusic444]

Great video, I love how you don’t just spitball benchmarks at us, but you really bring your audience along. Keep it up!!!!

[@JamieLikesGames]

My dude just walking down the street with a Roomba 😂 Awesome video as always!

[@sethighintoskysky8654]

The best part is always coffee part. Coffee lover here.

[@ritikkapoor4696]

I love your Real-World Test

[@alanl9497]

I am in love with this laptop. Thanks for this review.

[@SzTSzTechnology]

Who else is here after Michael F. Shouting him out. Lol. Great job Theunlocker 👍🏽👍🏽

[@victoriabvj9672]

Nice review ❣ but how is it when working with the laptop on your lap? specially with its form factor, the keyboard placement

[@Chemy.]

Yes, do the decodr about it, also, let see the video of the dog vs vacuum cleaner lol. Nice video as always, thanks sharing it in twitter because youtube doesn't like to send the notifications

[@rompo]

Thank you for testing Photoshop and Premiere with actual video of using it! Awesome!

[@Nighthawk-8050]

I know this video is a year old but wow you know where to go in New York to get some great food. That's one of the reasons why I watch your videos 👍

[@lucag.6342]

Love your content! It's great how you take us with you around NYC. Your "coffee: check!" has become my morning mantra. Waiting for the next video ;)

[@ivankushner8585]

I'd love to see the new pro version review. Really considering buying it for work in future. Wonder if it will be worth the money.

[@timtwining5943]

This was a really nice piece! The Duo form factor is just fresh, nice to see and gives you so many new ideas. Very cool!!!!

[@parinboonthum9580]

Which camera and lens did you use for this video? It looks great and amazing!! Oh and microphone it sounds fantastic

[@rahool360]

love to see your take on and details about new graphics on this chipsets !!

[@canad-ian]

As always, love watching your videos. Genuine.

[@cesaremsp69]

Great review bro the best one i found thank you

[@ameep]

❤️ another day another real world test, just what i needed to hear!!

[@ameep]

Anddddd he didnt said it lol

[@alienispunk]

For the playback of pre edited video have you tried like closed the programme , then switch performance mode , the open it again and tested.

[@FindingHolm]

Just found your channel! Just subscribed! Such a fun video and loving the around the town real world style. The music was fantastic as well 👍 Really nicely done! You also win my “sexiest tech reviewer on KZbin” award! Congratulations! 🎉 Although I feel I should mention I haven’t watched too many reviews yet over the last 6 months I’ve been researching laptops. So I guess recently I’ve seen more reviews than ever before and learning how much I have yet to learn 🤓 Keep up the great work!

[@TheUnlockr]

Ha thank you so much!! Really appreciate it and the award 🙌😂

[@xaks007]

Amazing videos, keep up the good work!

[@RafaelScapella]

I'm considering getting one. Asus Zenbook PRO duo OR Macbook pro M1?

[@arvinnathanieltjong9755]

Depends on what OS you're comfortable with, both are great imo

[@fallingcloud1]

spending 2 grand on either but the lesser 1500 no where to be found. the 999 not worth it, mine was 1299, I fucked up, not worth it, wanted to game. id say spend 2 grand

[@daleanggara5620]

If u use android user go get zenbook its best for multitasking. 2 monitor on 1 laptop its so amazing. But if u apple user, u better buy M1 (air), actually m1 macbook air & m1 macbook pro is no different, the only different is have fan

[@sandeepsmatharu]

Stoopid question

[@AlternativeLine]

@@fallingcloud1 why 999 not worth it?

[@hojomo]

Excellent! YES PLEASE to a Decodr explainer - keen to know what's going on behind the scenes 😉 I'm running a 14" Zenbook (non-lift) as my day-to-day, beside a MacBook Pro, so this will all help to shape where I go next in the replacement cycle. Don't forget to show us the vid of the 1st meeting: Dog+Hoover, will you? Big thanks again - more please 😊

[@virginiaye]

In my dreams, is a fantastic computer for me, but I can not afford this machine thank you for the review, I am really in love with this machine.

[@user-gn4pk1qd2l]

I'm looking into getting the Pro Duo 15.6 and I'm so excited... I think it'll help me as a writer as well being able to read on one screen and write on the other, or being able to more easily edit work. I love it

[@user-mj6qr2ky9d]

And did u buy it? If yes, how is it and did it actually help you with writing??

[@dr.aliahammadolicreations3315]

Share the experience with us

[@rogermarin3571]

Thanks for the review, quite helpful.

[@AndyKunkel]

Just found this channel. Great content, subbed!

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you!

[@j.pjoseph8491]

Man.. Your Videos are sick.. My first Time Tuning in... .... Subscribed.....

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you so much!

[@Rockysbeats]

you can just edit photos on your phone though, i wish these reviews would show how it handles more creative things like drawing,animating,3d modeling, game development etc

[@afd1040]

Can we just get a 30 min video of the puppy ?

[@Nowsherwan14]

Great video, bought the laptop a couple days ago. However, the laptop is already heating up when doing basic browsing and can hear the fan quite prominently! Did you notice this or is it likely I have one which is faulty?

[@dr.aliahammadolicreations3315]

Did you get a solution?

[@samuelkingarthur4188]

It's my first time here but I don't know if I watch a laptop review or I watch someone enjoying his new laptop 🤣🤣🤣

[@TheUnlockr]

Either way did you enjoy it? :)

[@TheCEODon]

Funny enough the last Gen Pro had a 3-4 hour battery life. The interesting thing is that the New Zephyrus Duo SE will have the same 3070 or even a 3080 as the new Gen of the Zenbook Duo 15 Oled Gen2, but be running a AMD 5900hx which is significantly better on power. If you factor in the screen that the Zenbook is a 4k Oled touch and with the Zephyus there is an option for a 1080 IPS or a 4k But the new the Zenbook pro duo will only have a 4k oled this could drain very fast IMO in comparison. The gaming laptop might actually outperform their creators laptop. The line of thinking doesn't make much sense but I am sure they will sell the shit out of both of these devices.

[@Lavelmarshall20]

Im currently saving up for this laptop

[@SeminoleSpaceForce]

Did you get it?

[@Lavelmarshall20]

@@SeminoleSpaceForce just order it

[@SeminoleSpaceForce]

@@Lavelmarshall20 where and what price? Did you get the 16Gb or 32Gb versions?

[@Lavelmarshall20]

@@SeminoleSpaceForce 32 gb i have preorder the 2021 version

[@SeminoleSpaceForce]

@@Lavelmarshall20 I found the 32GB 14" version on Newegg for $1,699 Best price I could find and I absolutely love this machine.

[@freqenc]

Beautiful. I like the touch, additional options, w/ease, convenience, multiscreen but not really, and programmable. Thx for the review, it really helped in my decision. So Thumbing up!

[@adhamawadien8725]

That dramatic intro, I like it.

[@Therealtoful]

i always love the coffee part

[@avs_ytb]

Well done, keep making such awesome vlogs. I am eagerly waiting for the S21 Ultra real world vlog😋😋.

[@walelia]

Enjoyed the video! Looks like a pretty cool laptop!

[@DariuszTech]

Another day another video of my favourite KZbinr. I was recently looking for a decent laptop for video editing for my channel and was actually looking at this Asus. Unfortunately it was a bit over my budget and picked Dell Vostro Notebooks 7500 instead. So far so good ☺️

[@aminabe1908]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻✌🏻 satisfying as usual. Thank you Bro.

[@tanvirazamrizvie7306]

the bomb dropped 👌🏾👌🏾🔥🔥

[@ahmedabdulnabi971]

Thanks for the video, its great!

[@antonella95star]

Is the fan noise loud? if it is, is it out of the ordinary?

[@U2haveanicedayty2]

Awesome Videos Thanks so much for sharing Deb.👌✌

[@mrspoony]

Nice editing bro!

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you!

[@jradplowman]

Are those domes in response to covid or for heat? Either way, I think its amazing and would love to eat that Raman! (And have that laptop!) Another great real world review with excellent cinematography, thanks 😃

[@SkyPerspective]

11:11 yes please. Thanks a lot.

[@angelinsite2000]

These videos are always good👌

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you for watching them!

[@DeKubus]

A bit off topic, but I could not find the answer: what monitor are you using? Looks like a 49 inch ultra wide, but which one?

[@_fiftyseven_]

Ahh yessssssssssss, I did an excellent job giving my previous Zenbook Pro Duo to my cousin, now I'll buy the highest end one of this laptop! I was about to buy the Razer Blade 15 Advanced, but I won't now!

[@godfreygaming9132]

That's an adorable 🐶🐶🐶

[@BdotW07]

Ugh - everything links to the 581 and I can't get the 'reminder' for this model to work on the ASUS site... any insight on when this will be released in the US? Also - if you're just handing out thousand dollar gadgets can we be friends? :D

[@BdotW07]

Scratch that - Michael Josh's video mentions is. Looks like the preorder came out over a week ago and is closed. I guess we'll have to wait another couple weeks...

[@sakshamkamboj5502]

Hey, there. I came from mr mobile's video shoutout to your video

[@soemoenaing9021]

This mode comes with pen ?

[@micvondy]

Would have loved to see Resolve run on 16GB Ram since that’s the min requirements for Resolve’s 17 free version. I’m very interested in buying this one, it’s in my budget and I would love a portable second screen for my documentary project.

[@ant-yg1ck]

My personal experience with Asus, they have sentient hardware that knows to go bad exactly when the warranty period expires.

[@BlendedFamilyMan]

I was sent by Michael. Then I got sent to Michael. Also watching a video about the ZenBook Duo on my Zenbook Duo. Zenception.

[@KasztanTS]

Have you tried connecting this to the external monitor? I'm wondering how does it work then? So either you drag windows to the right or to the bottom? How about switching with that button on the right?

[@speedshot2361]

"its melty here" also him wearing a coat and a jacket

[@zakarymcleod1850]

Good to know. I’m a bit more curious about the model with the RTX 3070 though. That’ll draw more battery power so I’m wondering if it’ll still last long enough

[@TheCEODon]

Well the pro last gn had a 3-4 hour battery life so I am guessing no. The interesting thing is that the New Zephryus Duo SE will have the same 3070 or even a 3080 but be running a AMD 5900hx which is significantly better on power. So it might just be that the and a 1080 ips or a 4k. being the zenbook pro duo will have a 4k oled too that will drain very fast IMO. The gaming laptop might actually outperform their creators laptop. The line of thinking doesnt make much sense but I am sure they will sell the shit out of both of these devices.

[@mewithouttheboys5201]

I can't buy it but thanks for the review

[@LokasWorld100]

does the battery performance is the same for the model with the Geforce GPU?

[@jeremias.lindner]

Great vid, what about this same setup with the mx450? For video editing

[@AnandKumar-wb4cn]

I really like your style.

[@SilentReviewer]

I tried hard to scan the QR code of the restaurant, and finally got it..... then I found it in the video description =_=''

[@paulosilva8200]

Very good channel. New to yours. Maybe you should tell companies that adding a switch to the laptop that people can switch from ac/battery to ac power only would be cool for people like me that does not want to burn battery's like I did in the past and I always ended removing the batteries. But new laptops don't have the option to remove. So would be nice an option to stitch to ac power only bypassing the battery.

[@TheUnlockr]

Thank you for watching! And I wish companies listened to my suggestions but they don't lol

[@paulosilva8200]

@@TheUnlockr lol 😆. All the best buddy

[@wirarifqy8677]

what the spec you're reviewing here? i5 with 8gb ram or i7 with 16gb ram?

[@brahyonetta]

Good question

[@producedagains808]

Second screen would be helpful for stock and crypto traders

[@VuongTran-pn5gu]

This is great laptop for stock trader

[@ravindra7377]

Second screen is configured only for Adobe premiere or is it suitable for da vinci resolve as well?

[@manzildoley2088]

Whats the battery life on a single charge

[@BryceKoebel]

"Real World Test" - Throws backpack on the ground after getting home. I see what you did there

[@Lawrence94]

The misaligned ports really triggered my OCD...

[@samlawaniunscripted]

Apple will sell that pencil separately

[@lexc.8280]

Great innovation. I just hope a Left handed Trackpad would be available.

[@5amsa_3mara]

Is this laptop suitable for architects and their programs such as autocad, 3D Max, revit, skitch up etc?

[@Krieky]

So, when do we see the video of the doggo with the vac?

[@SuyashNShinde18]

Is that good for Web Development:)?

[@sameenabrar2018]

Do the xe graphics video. I am really curious about it.

[@luisrodriguezc3417]

Hello, I currently have problems with the cpu fan, it doesn't work, it tries to start and it doesn't work, the gpu fan works correctly, can someone help me?

[@timf6969]

also we need a video review of that cute dog :)

[@slomojo98]

Love your glasses 😎

[@xaks007]

Can you test the pro version of this laptop?

[@Vera-vl8se]

My husband wants It for his 60th

[@toosweet241]

Would you do a video tutorial on how to use the bottom screen please

[@3018744s]

+1 for decodr episode on the Intel Xe graphics.

[@thomasbonrulz]

Can you please suggest between Acer Swift 5 & Asus Zenbook 14 - the 11th generation 2020 edition? or any other alternatives :)

[@bradcruise6291]

Whoa he turned the 13promax into the 14promax before it even came out.

[@HughesyTech]

Where's the Ryzen model? Imagine this with a 4800U or the new 5800U. Would be massively better at video editing than Intel