Best Dual Screen Laptop: Zenbook Duo, Yoga Book 9i, X1 Fold

Should you buy the Asus Zenbook Duo? How about the Yoga Book 9i?
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► Timestamps
00:00 Intro
01:24 Zenbook Duo
03:32 Yoga Book 9i
05:48 Sound Test
05:58 X1 Fold
07:24 Webcam
09:33 Performance
11:24 Heat & Fan Noise
11:53 Battery
12:21 Conclusion
13:25 Outro
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[@JustJoshTech]

👉Zenbook Duo: howl.me/cmIYG1Px17D 👉Yoga Book 9i: howl.me/cmIYWrY0NBa 👉X1 Fold: lenovo.vzew.net/vNB0Wy 🛒 All Our Favorite Laptops: www.justjosh.tech/ 👉 Business Channel: www.youtube.com/@JustJoshBusiness

[@skygaz3r]

Once again proving that you’re the most trustworthy laptop reviewer on KZbin. Thank you!

[@Notnick04726]

Damn right, his reviews are by far the most comprehensive and relevant to users

[@JustJoshTech]

@@Notnick04726 Thank you!

[@RK-um9tu]

Josh is 100% Apple fanboy...

[@gm8s38]

Thank you for being the only channel mentioning the ergonomic benefit of these dual-screen laptops! I've been sick of no one talking about how all other laptops make me crane my neck to look at the screen!

[@andyH_England]

You can use a laptop stand if you WFH or in an office or an external display. Try these dual-screen LAPtops on your LAP and see how awkward they are for their main use case.

[@enda0man]

Love that you guys reviewed the x1 fold

[@user-io4sr7vg1v]

Thanks Josh. I had been waiting for a meaningful review on these laptops.

[@kushavkat]

Great review Josh. I like analogy you make advertisement with Krypton girl 😂

[@macbri13]

Great review Josh!

[@TheLDunn1]

Awesome! Thank you, been waiting for you guys to review the ASUS Duo 2024, as I’m in the market for a couple of new laptops,and had been eyeing up the duo ‘24….so, to get a comparative review with its competitors has been ace. I think the review has put me off these units, I do hope they continue to finesse the concept though.

[@FAT8893]

As a former Samsung Galaxy Fold owner who left the bandwagon for the current LG V50 with its detachable Dual Screen case, I can easily vouch that dual display turns out to be far more practical than foldable screen. One of the biggest perk with dual display is that I never have to worry about app incompatibility. Not all apps are developed for larger screens and can't do screen splitting. It's the same story when I tried out both Lenovo X1 Fold and Lenovo Yoga Book 9i. I have more problem using apps/softwares in the X1 Fold than in the Yoga Book 9i. The only thing I would complain about the Yoga Book 9i is the keyboard. Missing out the trackpad is a deal breaker.

[@guygalt1102]

thanks for a great review as usual. note that my asus zenbook duo did include the stylus. I use it at the table in the elevated position with the keyboard left on the lower display. You can tap out short searches or whatever when needed and still have the upper display positioned at that super comfortable spot. Of course, a laptop stand would do the same, but...

[@sajalpandey9364]

Yes I do same with my Duo laptop too, looks like they don’t give pen in some countries. Fortunately they gave me along with laptop! I have been using for 2-3 months now and it’s absolutely perfect, do you have same experience too?

[@guygalt1102]

@@sajalpandey9364 yes, i love it!

[@rhoderzau]

Does your bottom screen make a cracking noise when you press in various places (with or without the keyboard on top of it)?

[@guygalt1102]

@@rhoderzau no, not at all. and i'm a pretty strong person who doesn't type or swipe lightly. 💪

[@rhoderzau]

@@guygalt1102 glad to hear it was just a faulty one. Thanks for responding.

[@magedmohammed8674]

Hey Josh! Just found your channel and I'm hooked - your laptop reviews are in a league of their own. Quick question: I'm a college student looking for a laptop for programming and note-taking, budget around $1250. Torn between the Zenbook 14 and the Surface with the Plus chip and OLED. Battery life is key, and 120Hz would be sweet. Any thoughts on which might last me longer? Thanks for all the great content! where am from the zenbook never go below 1k usd and the surface would probably cost way more maybe close to 1300 to 1500. Am okay to pay a bit more on a machine that will last me a long time 4 years maybe.

[@KhushiGupta-gn8gy]

for me you are one and only the best laptop reviewer !!!! thanks for sucha a detailes video !!! Gained one subscriber !! 👏👏

[@rhoderzau]

I got the ASUS Duo and the displays were beautiful. It has VRR options which was never advertised and I was happy about. Battery was pretty terrible even running just one of the screens though, so I look forward to a snapdragon version of it or next years intel. I ended up sending it back because if you press on the bottom screen when using it as a track pad or keyboard (physical on top or virtual) it made a cracking noise, even though the screen itself was not damage in any way. Gaming on it was pretty awful (895 cpu) - I had hoped for something similar to a 7840u/780M but it didn't even achieve that.

[@eraditortv]

Great review Josh. Eagerly waiting for the galaxy book 4 pro 16's review😊

[@clydra2978]

Hi Josh, can you consider reviewing the ThinkPad P1 gen 7? thanks!

[@itspraveensharma]

Good job Josh.....you are the only one i trust with laptops opinions...

[@KevinShroff]

Josh could you review the Thinkpad Z16? Very few reviews on it!

[@shramanes]

Rocking a T-shirt that says 'Tシャツ' is seriously awesome!

[@AniketKumar-ze7gk]

doesn't zenbook duo also come with with a pen?

[@willhutton1516]

Here in the U.S, I got the Zenbook duo. It has 3200 x 1800 resolution screen, Intel Core Ultra 9 185H, included a backpack, and the Asus pen 2.0. Maybe international units don’t come with it, but it matches what you got with the yoga, except for the mouse, which I’m sure people replaced with a bigger one. Mine was $1699.99 usd.

[@martinsorrenti5771]

Are you going to review the Asus ROG Flow X13. And also, I want a 2-in-1 possibly, Macbook Pro like performance, max 14 inch display and good for coding in class. Do you have any suggestions?

[@michealblack-vl1hy]

I like how fast you talk. Its like i'm already at 1.5 x speed, very good.

[@dapc73]

@JustJoshTech Hi Josh, Thanks for the review! I would like to know if the performance tests were done with an "ac power supply" or with the internal battery instead ? Modes available are (performance mode - ac needed; standard mode and Whisper ).

[@Alex_2003_]

Hey Josh, can you review the Acer swift go 14 OLED 2024 please, it check marks all of my desired specs but I need to hear it from you before I buy it...... Thank you.

[@user-sk3ov6wr3y]

You mentioned that the Yoga book was the only one with a stylus? I have the Zenbook Duo and it comes with a backpack and a stylus, along with a cardboard stand.

[@caswouters3189]

how are you finding it so far? Does it have some good performance? Im thinking of getting it as my job of lighting designer would really benefit with 2 screens. At home i always use 2 /3 screens to program my lighting rig. Im just curious how it would perform running Vectorworks or WYSIWYG (3d stage visualisation software)

[@user-sk3ov6wr3y]

@@caswouters3189 it honestly is a great laptop, though with 2 screens Asus is still making the software and UX of working with two screens better and better by the day. However, for your graphics and more visual applications, I would definitely research a bit more if you're going to use the stylus or other input devices to ensure that the 2 screens work (I was a bit disappointed in the stylus that came with it, but not sure how Wacom or other devices would work). But overall i couldn't be happier with the laptop as a whole and believe it will be even better as Asus continue refining the software for the duo screens.

[@HaydenWiens]

Hey, I've been having a hard time trying to choose between Windows or Mac. Any advice? Maybe pros and cons? Or even personal use experience.

[@austinn598]

please do a review of the lenovo yoga pro 7 14in with the ryzen 7 8845H proccessor, im trying to find a good laptop as a engineering major before this upcoming school year 🙏

[@CelestialHeathen]

GPD (Gaming handheld company) is also releasing a dual screen laptop with an interesting form factor. Hopefully you can review it once it's out.

[@edwardb911]

I’m a day trader and this was pretty awesome laptop to get. I think these things will be great in about 2 - 3 years with new chips maybe cooler ones

[@adequatequality]

I classify dual screen laptops in the same category as the foldable phones...pretty cool and futuristic but a bit overkill for most people at the moment

[@smittyvanjagermanjenson182]

Exactly, these types of systems seem very niche and aren't doing anything more than a basic laptop connected to additional monitors. I see the use case in such a portable device, but not for nearly $2,000 or more. I'd honestly say folding phones are more interesting because you essentially get a mid sized tablet in your pocket, where these laptops are still laptop sized

[@adequatequality]

@@smittyvanjagermanjenson182 Pretty much yup. I’ve never really looked at my laptop and thought maybe I need an extra screen on the actual unit itself. I opt for an external monitor if I need more screen space

[@JJ-cq6hu]

The form factor will become the norm if they get the battery life right. Once enough people start using it, dual screen laptops will drop in price.

[@shaneterrell]

Good review. These devices, and traditional convertible 2-in-1s, are ripe for Snapdragon X and/or Lunar Lake (if Intel's efficiency promises are to be believed) refreshes.

[@rohitdutkunwar8705]

Thanks

[@vmafarah9473]

I want to see thin GMAING LAPTOP G16 body and specs in dual screen. For an archviz artist it defenitely will be a great choice.

[@m.danish3976]

Your Straight forward attitude saves everybody's time

[@ricardoschwermer9137]

Pls review msi summit e16 ai studio

[@_zetrax]

These devices need an ARM chip asap

[@zakparamir755]

Strix and Lunar Lake will launch soon and make ARM obsolete, again.

[@user-cr6ki4qs4y]

​@@zakparamir755not sure how well those work fanless tho

[@rightwingsafetysquad9872]

ARM might be part of the solution, but it is not THE solution. x86 chips don't consume more power than ARM because of the ISA. The current iterations of the 2 ISAs are remarkably similar except the lack of an AVX equivalent on ARM. Most ARM chips perform better than most x86 chips at low power because those specific cores are designed to. Intel targets 150W with their designs, then scales down. AMD targets 500W then scales down. Apple and Qualcomm target 10W, then scale up.

[@user-cr6ki4qs4y]

Thanks for the review but the Lenovo - ThinkPad X1 Fold 16 seems to be the ultimate machine IMO. Sure it's not the fastest laptop and it doesn't have the sturdiest stand but it does fit in a tiny bag or purse. Seeing everything on one large unfolded 16+ inch screen is nice! Being able to use both orientations is great as is the backlit keyboard and pen support made by Wacom. You failed to mention the durability too, this has military grade certification. Plus it has USB 65w fast charging, which is perfect to charge in a vehicle.

[@JustJoshTech]

Good comment, lots of good adds here

[@AdamAve93]

I actually love my zenbook and use it mostly with the keyboard separated. Luckily you can turn off the second screen when not needed. I use it for unity and godot and even play a few games on it but on low - medium settings. Mostly useful for watching media while working on the bottom screen. Definitely had lots of features, especially when you use the pen. I just cant justify using the on screen keyboard, just use the actual keyboard.

[@ibzman1393]

Thankyou

[@smartbuildengineering]

I would love it if Lenovo did a large folding portable USB-C monitor, with a stand that raises it above my laptop's monitor so i can use both at the same time and have improved ergonomics when travelling. I made my own minimalist stand that i use with a 15.6" USB-C LG monitor that does this and its great, but bigger screen would be better as i really miss my 34" ultrawide when away from my desk for long periods.

[@mileshjunior]

Hi josh bro can u do a review for Honor magicbook pro 16 2024 model which cost around 1000$ and it have rtx4070 is this scam or legit and can u put a video also about is that valuable for programming and gaming

[@MinaMike-sr5zf]

Thank u so much josh. I would going to buy zenbook duo but after that video i changed my mind. U r the best

[@JustJoshTech]

Really. The duo is the best of the bunch!!

[@MinaMike-sr5zf]

@@JustJoshTech yeah i wanted something i can use while i learn programming and at the same time slim. All of other reviews were advertising but ur review it is genuine. It makes me got a real idea about it. It is good but not for me

[@JustJoshTech]

@MinaMike-sr5zf Firstly thank you. Secondly, I actually think it could work well for that. Learning to program. Me personally though, I'd buy a MacBook Pro 14 with M3 Pro. That will be better for that

[@MinaMike-sr5zf]

@@JustJoshTech thank you so much. I would do that just one more question what do you think is better 16 or 14 mackbook M3 pro ?

[@mikejames6588]

X1FOLD is incredible.... but my god the cpu's and ram i had on mine was so slow. it was really neat that it was the size of a book. but man it was slow as a 1st gen device

[@user-cr6ki4qs4y]

Max out the specs and it's not bad at all.

[@Edip_AJ]

Dear Josh, I am planning to buy a laptop soon with a budget of €1,500. The laptop should be suitable for programming and video editing. Do you have a recommendation?

[@arda_]

My father has been using the Asus duo for some months now. He uses it for trading on the go and he is incredibly happy with it. The only issue it had is the trackpad became loose and it doesnt work properly anymore

[@andyH_England]

There are fantastic portable monitors now, and many are reasonably priced. They add little thickness to what these offer and can be used for multiple other uses. Also, you can buy any laptop you like without being limited to these devices, which are very low-end for their prices.

[@joshwalters3306]

Couple of things… I bought the ZenBook Duo from BestBuy and it did come with a pen (as well as a backpack though I don’t really care about either). Another major advantage over the Yoga Book is that the Yoga doesn’t come in a configuration with 32GB of RAM. Also the 185H processor comparison with the 9i is a little unfair because the 9i can only come with a 185H in the 16” model, not the 14”. For me… 16” is a dealbreaker, too big.

[@Ostathis]

xmg neo 16??

[@haydermahmood387]

Fyi Asus duo 2024 has a pen included. Thanks

[@banned_user]

Shouldve included the asus zenbook 17 fold as well !

[@claudiaa.8213]

Regarding the Lenovo Yogabook 9i: You can fold the origami stand reverse, this allows a steeper angle in book mode. Thank you for this very informative video ❤

[@JustJoshTech]

Claudia, you are a legend! We didn't know this

[@VladdyDaddy369]

Hi Andrew. Your multi-core Cinebench score for SL7 seems quite lower than the 942 which I got. I wonder if our conditions were the same (plugged in, High Performance mode)

[@JustJoshTech]

Do you mean 15inch SL7 or 13 inch? We only get that kind of score on 15inch

[@VladdyDaddy369]

@@JustJoshTech Oh my apologies, the 15". Thanks!

[@JustJoshTech]

@@VladdyDaddy369 Yes that makes sense. The 13 doesn't do that well

[@Xandirishe]

I really wait for the moment when foldable external screens will be available on the market, so one will be able casually put a macbook+27 inch screen in the backpack.

[@simonepicorodriguez2962]

Couldn't include X1 Fold's competitor the Asus Fold? I know it's not available in every market yet but I am looking forward to a review and comparison!!!

[@JustJoshTech]

This video was so much work already!!!

[@simonepicorodriguez2962]

@@JustJoshTech Ahh how could I forget?? Thank you so much for the video it was excellent and much needed. All your videos are great!! Don't mind me nerding out that you responded, I appreciate it!! Will be on the look out for any asus fold video still though, i'm sure it's a long ways away but i'm very interested in these new folds :)

[@JustJoshTech]

@@simonepicorodriguez2962 Thanks!!!

[@smittyvanjagermanjenson182]

I've never looked at these systems before, but it seems that it would just be better to have a large display laptop. The form factor seems useful for specific types of work, but the price to performance ratio seems very skewed.. not my cup of tea 😅

[@drifter4training]

and now asus annouced the ZenScreen OLED MQ16AHE (more than 1K USD) and ZenScreen Duo OLED MQ149CD...

[@andrewnowell1695]

Great review. I have been very tempted to splurge on an Asus Zenbook Duo but your review has me thinking twice. I am eagerly awaiting your review of the Zenbook S16 with the Ryzen 9. That would be my alternative to the Duo.

[@subsy4132]

They need the low power performance and battery life of the Snapdragon chips. Imagine the second gen of these, with the second gen Snapdragon chips that will be announced later this year.... that could be a perfect match and hopefully by then a lot of the apps in beta or "coming soon" for ARM will be production ready!

[@andyH_England]

It is unlikely that such a niche product would have an ARM and Intel option, so good luck waiting for a Snapdragon version.

[@bryans8656]

I agree that dual screens increase productivity, but my solution is to use a much larger external monitor.

[@iraklimgeladze5223]

X1 Fold could have fixed its issues if it just was bigger and having new cpu

[@luca-draws]

I'm an artist. If I didn't already have a professional, 1k drawing monitor, and a wall-mounted monitor above it, I'd definitely see some value in this. We digital artists are ALWAYS using a second monitor for reference, and one for drawing.

[@m.danish3976]

Need your recommendation ... Should i buy MSI PRESTIGE 16 AI EVO or MSI CREATOR Z16 for development??? please do respond

[@consumidorbrasileiro222]

when you start a sentence with the subject, you don't have to add a second subject for instance: "the macbook IT HAS a good keyboard" -> "the macbook HAS a good keyboard"

[@owlmostdead9492]

The Zenbook Duo is the best form-factor for a dual screen laptop IMO. If Asus stops being scummy about warranty I might even buy one someday.

[@nerovanguard846]

The ZenBook Duo 2024 comes with an Asus Pen out of the box

[@Gokul_Yt]

Why All of them forgot to include a folding feet on the keyboard. it is like a age old thing which doesn't take up all that space but brings so much usability to the keyboard. a very stupid design indeed

[@antonyserralta]

I bought the zenbook duo a few days ago for software developer, now you scared me about it's performance :(

[@RK-um9tu]

Why are you listening to a KZbinr?

[@dapc73]

I have asked Josh if he performed the tests with battery only or connected to an ac outlet. It is expected to have lower, a lot lower performance on battery in this laptop. I am convinced that "Performance mode" is not even available with battery... A trick to avoid this would be to use an USB C powerbank capable of delivering enough power. But i am waiting for Josh's answer. to be sure that he performed the tests without ac adapter... let's see...

[@FranceManhique]

I'm not the only one seeing Kriptonians.

[@Sirikazy]

I still waiting for a real dual screan LAPTOP not dual screan tablet. The future is in something like Intel protoptype honeycomb.

[@xanimexgamex8331]

best laptop for coding (pt 2) 2024 (AI/ML)

[@JJ-cq6hu]

I love how JOSH mentioned that the devices were averaging ~50% of battery life in the Netflix 4 hour video playback test. Josh probably not mentioning the hours to prevent people from saying that it only played 4K videos for 2 hours before the battery died…Don’t know why companies rushed to release this when they should have just released this with ARM. Intel chips are so bad for this form factor.

[@RK-um9tu]

No one buys Dual screen laptops to watch Netflix. They buy them to work...lol

[@JJ-cq6hu]

@@RK-um9tuhahaha…how ignorant can you be?😂😂😂😂😂 Dual screen laptops are godsend for people who need to run multiple application windows. The major activities like video editing, 3D modeling, etc. definitely benefit from the multi monitor aspect of it. So when you say that 4k video playback is only good for two hours that just goes to show how bad the battery life is on these machines.

[@f4tum4ik]

is he wearing Garmin Epix 2 pro sapphire 42mm ? I cannot choose between 42 and 47 versions.

[@george-danfulger]

hey @just josh @justjosh @justjoshtech , any laptops reviews for laptops with no fans, passive cooling? macbook air, x1 , any others?

[@RK-um9tu]

In the 21st century, people with real jobs only care about laptops with touchscreens, and pen support. Apple have any of those?