Zenbook DUO 2024 - Every other Laptop looks Boring

The Zenbook DUO takes the normal formula of a dual screen laptop and makes the format not only exciting but also super useful. Its so adaptable and well focused towards mobile productivity that it ends up making all other Windows laptops look a bit....boring.
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0:00 - Now THIS is Different
1:02 - A Detachable Bluetooth Keyboard!
3:20 - Sponsor spot
3:50 - Dual Screen OLED Bliss!
5:45 - Different Modes are CRAZY
9:15 - This is how you design a DUAL SCREEN
10:27 - Good Port Selection
10:55 - Specs
11:51 - Outro
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[@BenyaminLorit]

I wish you guys would go back to putting the product names on the title of the video instead of this clickbait title format everyone else is doing.

[@VanBurenPhilips]

I wish they wouldn't make ads 😄 But here we are

[@carlwells9504]

Easier to navigate reviews with product name in the title = repeat views!

[@chrisc.1868]

So this is interesting…

[@eol251]

That's why the description exists so you can get the information from the video. 😊

[@eol251]

The title exists to get the viewers attention to click on the video, you never read a news article before?

[@altairquten]

This might actually beat out the Surface Pro devices for some people. I've been waiting!

[@Laughing_Individual]

We can only wait and see. The Surface pro still destroys them when it comes to pen support. Plus they'll be using ARM processors now, meaning better power efficiency compared to x86.

[@altairquten]

This obviously depends on what you're doing exactly, but I'll need my x64 hardware and the pen experience will be bad anyway, because of the weak software that you might use. Pens and Windows are still weird in my experience. So I'll take that compromise to gain one full size screen and a wireless keyboard, especially at that proposed price. The Surface objectively loses this battle. and I couldn't imagine actually switching from the MS devices for the last decade, as the versatile formfactor did pretty much everything for me. Running virtually any piece of software, emulation, drawing, writing, gaming and so much more. Not to mention all the problems ARM and Windows still bring, but I'll not open that can of worms, right now. All of these things are highly individualistic and I'm sure there'll be a nice new device for almost anyone!@@Laughing_Individual

[@The_unexplained]

This one too has a pen support​@@Laughing_Individual

[@TheGunterled]

​@@Laughing_Individualwhy is the pen support better on the surface if i may ask?

[@Laughing_Individual]

@@TheGunterled better palm rejection, accuracy and app compatibility. Which is something that's very important for artists.

[@robertoacj]

Woah, I didn't remember how previous iterations looked like, now I do understand how this is a great evolution. Having two regular screens instead of a small one is way better

[@Lha_Luke]

Wow, looks like they nailed the form factor. Now to wait until they figure out how to cram a dedicated GPU in there....

[@benlyons8460]

agreed but tbh with the ultra 9 the graphics performance isn’t awful, i can get about 70fps on apex with low settings downscaled to 1080p

[@macdtravis]

Looks super cool and useful. I use a surface pro and stylus for taking notes, would be a good setup to read documents and write notes. I wonder how the stylus use plays out?

[@spdcrzy]

This is the ULTIMATE thin-n-light notebook. The power, connectivity,, featureset, build quality, AND pricing are ALL great. Not insanely amazing, but just really fucking solid. For a completely new kind of mobile device, that's incredibly hard to pull off on the first generation - especially with pretty much zero problems. Well done.

[@incognito7843]

I am not convinced. The fact that the keyboard is not usable for the lap is a huge issue for many people like me, that works from the couch, train, bus, plane etc... Same problem as with the Microsoft surface pro. It's just not practical. It is basically not a laptop, it is a portable desktop.

[@spdcrzy]

@@incognito7843 "The fact that the keyboard is not usable for the lap"? What do you mean? This keyboard is PERFECT for lap usage since you won't have any heat on your legs.

[@incognito7843]

@@spdcrzy You will balance the screens while they are standing up? It doesn't work. Same problem as with surface pro.

[@Notnow22]

​@incognito7843 you can simply put it in desktop mode on top of a table and put the keyboard on your lap to type. If the keyboard is too flat for you, you can always get a separate one.

[@joelmendoza4505]

Are you able to try using it like a paper notebook with both screens flat using the stylus, I want to see if it is something that could replace my ipad for notes as it would provide the two screens as I have to draw and not so much type while having the info on the other screen. I have yet to see something like this other than the new yoga.

[@Impetu0us]

If they can somehow add a dGPU and give it 360 degree hinges I'd buy one. Really cool laptop.

[@jonathanberg3729]

I completely agree. The non 360 degree hinge is a draw back. However the ARC graphics is actually pretty good.

[@bigman8733]

I love the idea of this and the upgrades they’ve made to this over previous iterations. Might have to give the M2 Air to the gf so I can get this!

[@jack_2612]

just out of curiosity... what would be the reason to get one? I mean, for you. The M2 Air is a hell of a great laptop and it is in no way, shape or form a similar machine to this asus. Either you bough the wrong laptop or you are just considering this for a gimmick and not a specific need

[@bigman8733]

@@jack_2612 this is exactly the kind of laptop I was wanting to get last January when I needed one but it hadn’t existed yet. The M2 Air is a great device, but I only chose it because it was $300 under MSRP because it was basically brand new used once open box at Best Buy. I much prefer Windows, two screens whenever possible, gaming on the go when on vacation and visiting family, and my gf is starting at her new university and is needing a laptop which the MacBook would be perfectly suited for for her use case. It’s a win win for the both of us!

[@marcventura8878]

​@@jack_2612prolly really values the extra screen. With this you wouldn't need to carry a stand or a cable for an external monitor

[@zerocal76]

@@jack_2612 Once you go dual, triple or quad screen, you never go back. Trust playa

[@somekindofmonster3613]

How long is the battery life when in 2 screen mode?

[@DanielKuhnen]

Nice review! How many external monitors can I connect using a Thunderbolt 4 dock + the HDMI out?

[@ArvindhCM-fu6tv]

How does the Zenbook handle heat dissipation? If the bottom screen becomes uncomfortably warm, should I be worried about potential damage to the screen, considering it will likely face more physical interaction compared to the top screen?

[@billsuper7324]

Can it support dual 5k monitors (studio display )? My 3 Year x1 carbon does so i imagine yes ?

[@kouhaiii3182]

i never understood people complaining about laptop thickness. i would imagine screen and bezel size matter first.

[@diniconights]

Whats the body of the keyboard made out of? Aluminum or plastic?

[@mahmoudfayed6960]

Is asus zenbook duo ux8406 can work 3d architectural programs in the 2 screens same time without any lagging???

[@haleemulhassan9158]

Can you attach an egpu with it for 3d modelling and gaming? How effective would that be

[@sqsezs]

Can it run linux on both displays like from live boot usb drive, also i am interested in drawing. Is there implemented something like the wacom remote or wacom expreas keys that can be setup on the one of the displlays nd to draw on the other in photoshop. Also is there an option for that kind of implemented apps to be setup differently for different pograms like for photoshop and for premiere to have different settings

[@atlanticrealtyinc.4464]

Great idea and I would definitely consider buying one. Would like to see how it works with an external monitor.

[@steelsheen]

same here 👍. and yes defo want to see the testing for adding external monitors, like will the on board HDMI port remain activated if a hub with its own HDMI port gets plugged into one of the USB ports? the main reason why I want to get this Duo model is to have MORE screens, not giving up one screen simply because this laptop has 2 screens already.

[@DanielKuhnen]

The same here, @@steelsheen but I can't find this anywhere...

[@muthukumaranc]

I'd get this to just whip it out in the landscape standing mode in a cafe and feel like the coolest person.

[@sagessemagezi5424]

Can it be used as tablet ?like surfacePro, how portable and practical using it as tablet is ?

[@steelsheen]

very good review 👍👍, you're the first one I saw that covered that this model has little nook/ feet in addition to the magnets to make sure the portable keyboard doesn't slide and scratch the 2nd monitor 👍. I'm a Project Manager and believe you me when I say we couldn't have enough screens on your desk and in transit 😅. looking forward to your full review for this, and you've got yourself a new subscriber 👍

[@guygalt1102]

I noticed that, too. In general, a nice detailed review.

[@metronyc2855]

When will this go on sale in the US?

[@scottdpeterstv]

People have scolded me in other threads about this device, but how cool would it be to be able to hook up something like the XG Mobile GPU to a device like this?

[@RoaringPhilosopher]

Very interesting

[@Whuuuuuuuhhhhappn]

what if you loose the keyboard? will the space in between create problems in the future? (hollowness that allows all sorts of debris inside the gap that can damage the hinges, screens, and whatever is inside)

[@WeatherxCalipha]

Don't loose the keyboard and clean your device regularly; just like with every other laptop.

[@Whuuuuuuuhhhhappn]

@@WeatherxCalipha yeah, in an ideal world

[@Onlygoodsir]

I need this with a NVIDIA gpu don't mind if it adds a bit of thickness :D

[@ihtesham_emon]

OMG! This is amazing for my reading pdfs of Big Encyclopedias! ❤

[@AldoArellanoYcaza]

I have an 2022 Asus Zenbook and is great! This is going to be my next laptop

[@velvetvideo]

will it run linux and Talos 2?

[@kennysponto6568]

Can you hook this up to a massive i9 hx rtx4090 hard drive portable box computer?

[@bishalbiswas6048]

need 18 inch version and also needed tablet mode and stylus suport when will sasmung release this kind

[@BigNate3x3]

When will this laptop release ?

[@user-kt3uy1up6u]

desktop mode on coffee shop will catch everyone attention lol, but it's super awesome tech and asus did it in the best way to make difference than others

[@nicholash8021]

Right! Unfortunately, there is no tent mode, so you can't keep a low profile and bring your favorite custom keyboard because the bottom screen will be in the way unless you go with the two-screen mode standing up high like a highway sign.

[@13thzephyr]

That wobble is very noticeable.

[@zoickn]

Can the bluetooth keyboard be used for other devices?

[@guygalt1102]

One of the first things I'll be testing. I'll try to remember to come back here and post that.

[@heroldmutebi8200]

That's a pretty cool laptop for traders too. I think I'll have to get this next.

[@aliettienne2907]

6:08 I love the way the second screen layout the keyboard and the multiple formats is beneficial for different situations. 6:44 The pop up menu and the dragging effect is innovative and it's exciting to see them in action. 6:51 This sight gives a "Wow" feeling to see the massive canvas on both screens simultaneously. 8:01 The continuity between attaching the mechanical keyboard to the laptop is flawless and the responsiveness is incredibly fast.

[@cordlesswire]

now you can have two surfaces reflecting the light source behind you!

[@ilyasbayramov5324]

Is it possible to install Windows 10?

[@slaynnyt8130]

Its a nice idea and all, but I wonder how much of a toll this second display takes on the battery life, they are both high res and high refresh rate too, I seriously doubt it can reach 10 hours of productivity with this off the wall like Asus claims. Would really love to see a test of real world usage.

[@aroharrison4152]

Can I use it as a ipad

[@km08]

Asus got it right especially the price for this. Comes with the pen too!

[@imjustabilly6660]

I can't believe how affordable this thing is for what you're getting. Right now in the ASUS US site, you can grab the dual 2.8k displays with 32GB of RAM and the Core Ultra 7 for $1599. Seems like a steal

[@leventelang1987]

I would love to see a 16 inch version with dedicated GPU, 2 TB and numpad keyboard. Then I am set for life.

[@Block-yc6bh]

I'm surprised you did not open the laptop to show the internals

[@YusufVali]

Looks good but has issues with changing orientation, whereby machine switches itself off. If you use Web cam it switches off. The tech simply does not work

[@nesttea2239]

I'd like to buy that asus bluetooth keyboard/trackpad by itself.

[@HashbrownsForAll]

This is an awesome design I love it well done

[@Shuyinz]

Love this! I hope they will release duo 16" in the future!

[@flows30]

i still prefer the Lenovo hinge idea, it's cleaner and also have a build in speakers. but aside from that Asus have a winner laptop here

[@steelsheen]

good point, but it's really a use case the tent vs not-tent laptops. I personally have zero uses for the tent configuration hence me leaning towards this Asus Duo model, but I know others who find the tent configuration essential.

[@nicholash8021]

​@@steelsheenLet's say you have this awesome custom portable keyboard that you built, and you want to bring that keyboard and your laptop to a cafe to do some work relatively discretely while enjoying coffee. Option 1: Lenovo 9i in tent mode OR lean-back mode with your keyboard in front (nothing in the way). Option 2: Using this ASUS, well, you're forced into this massive dual-screen mode that looks like you're setting up a customer order menu in order to have a place to put your custom keyboard.

[@online_now6834]

availability?

[@hunterfabio]

I'd have to sell my toes on OF to afford it, actually might just do it, looks sick.

[@matthewsjardine]

I really like this laptop. It will be near the top of my list for potential new laptops. The sharing mode makes little sense to me, provided the device is flat on the desk and both parties can see both displays - but you don't have to use the feature.

[@dnayfrgsn2571]

The top screen appears to wobble alot... 2:52 6:52 8:52

[@marvnch]

Good catch.

[@PSYCHOV3N0M]

A lot. NOT alot.

[@laszlosarkozi1385]

Very cool laptop and a great review Eber! I would really love to know if Asus will have an upgraded version of the Zenbook 14(X) OLED laptops with Ryzen 7x4x or Ryzen 8x4x CPUs. So far I have purchased 2 different versions of them(I loved to use both) and I would buy the new model too, if it had the new CPUs. Is there a chance for you to find out from them? Thanks Just found the new AMD Zenbook 14 OLED: it is the: UM3406 HA It has Ryzen 7 8840HS, 16Gb lpddr5 6400, 1TB Nvme SSD, USB 4 type C port, and finally the IR camera for windows hello arrived! This will be THE BEST EVER ZENBOOK 14 OLED, OR THE BEST ULTRABOOK EVER!

[@taupangnang1245]

This is like Yoga Book 9i, but seems more practical and easier to carry around 😂

[@Greidaon]

No AMD variant, no second thought.

[@sebkeccu4546]

The only annoying thing with this laptop, they put all the usb ports on one side... Thunderbolt cables cannot be very long... Can you give asus this feedback to put at least one usb c on the right side as well?

[@pratikkeni]

This video sounds like an ad from starting to end.

[@RK-um9tu]

And what is wrong with that? Title doesn't say review.

[@robertoacj]

Great video!

[@kennysponto6568]

Is there a 4090 GPU inside?

[@eIectrostatic]

What I'd like to know is if there will be a 16" version featuring a dedicated GPU...

[@iraklimgeladze5223]

It have 9-15watt CPU, i do not thig you can fit anything to demanding

[@eIectrostatic]

@@iraklimgeladze5223 I agree regarding the 14" but a potential 16" version would have more room for more powerful components. Still, it wouldn't be without design challenges of course though not insurmountable ones...

[@iraklimgeladze5223]

@@eIectrostatic 16 + 16 is huge screen space, it will drain battery. Better have bigger battery. Meantime iGPU will catch up

[@weishanlei8682]

Excellent! I like the idea of virtual keyboard.

[@valkasolidor6727]

But I'm on a chrome book budget.

[@sharkylal]

Just need to make a jumbo folding phone at this point lol. Turned sideways with the keyboard it could be a true portable widescreen setup! basically folding screen laptop.

[@steelsheen]

Asus has another laptop model they call the Asus Fold, its physically very similar to a Samsung fold phone but laptop sized and runs on Windows.

[@PSYCHOV3N0M]

​@@steelsheenIt's called the Asus Zenbook 17 Fold.

[@avienxyz]

ASUS is on a roll recently with their g14 &16, rog phone and ally, kudos to the engineering team!

[@asifyusoff5377]

I really hope the new Zenbook pro duo 14 will have a dedicated graphic card.

[@user-vq1tb6pw8c]

Excellent creation!!

[@Cobxcorn]

Great video

[@amk-channel1]

Sadly it is not available

[@davedsilva]

Exciting. Battery life?

[@bluejuju298]

16" - 18" gaming version please asus.

[@darylcheshire1618]

I wanted the numeric keypad so I got the Logitech BT keyboard.

[@ElyziumPrime]

Damn I need to get my hand on that tech.

[@PsycosisIncarnated]

Just get a secondary touch screen damn

[@easyvideott7505]

Oh noo... I was hoping they will make a laptop without display at all, and now they made a laptop with 2 displays :(

[@SaschaB2B]

Top display looks very wobbly

[@nicholash8021]

The hinge is fine for dual-screen mode with top screen above the bottom screen, but in book or share mode, one screen is lifted higher or more forward than the other which can be a bit awkward. Also, if you want to use a custom-built keyboard with your favorite key switches, you're forced into this massive and foreboding dual-screen mode (to provide room to place your keyboard) which might attract cyber security. LOL

[@AnirbanBanerjeeTheSarodGharana]

The screens are 60hz and not 120hz. 120hz is available in the Asus Zenbook single only. I have an ultra 5 125H version 16gb ram 1tb ssd.

[@TheVagnik]

There are couple variants with 3K 120HZ screen. Eg in greece we have ultra 5 16gb 1tb SSD WITH 3K 120HZ Oled screens...

[@bona183]

No stylus test on the the screen? Sigh...

[@3_pancakes767]

Ong

[@Thetayr75]

500 nits is not too low?

[@IceColdDarkness13]

It would be great if it would turn as well into a tablet like the lenovo yoga 9i. Maybe 2025 model will have this feature. All the rest, is the best portable laptop in my opinion ❤

[@orangeofmars2835]

The major thing is how good the pen is. If it is close to the Apple Pencil or Surface Pen in capability it is something I would be in for. The fact that reviewers seem to not be showing much about the pen may indicate it is not that great.

[@Joshua_Uwadiae]

I'm NGL, I would absolutely love this as a productivity PC

[@Leto2ndAtreides]

But how will it compare to the Vision Pro?

[@PSYCHOV3N0M]

That's like asking: How does a Dolphin compare to a Skateboard?

[@StalxD]

I remember this one looks dope

[@technicalfool]

Battery watt-hours? The 155h datasheet shows a fair beast of a thing, but it also has a fair beastly power consumption even at minimal levels, plus those two screens are going to be two extra light bulbs to power.

[@TominiOfficial]

Damn, the price is not outrageous... Too bad it doesn't have discreet GPU as that would make it a no brainer offer.

[@ProjectDefi]

I'm in the market for a new laptop this year. I think this is the winner for 2024

[@Wolfiexero]

If only they took this much care with their software

[@VanFS3K]

oculink would have been nice

[@parthsethia4223]

This is very cool

[@GearWave]

A phenomenal implementation by Asus. They continue to impress. This laptop will be my 2nd Asus laptop. They just do things right while still continuing to innovate. A laptop like this is a SUPER game changer and I believe will change the laptop landscape. SHouts to the Lennovo Yoga 9i who have a similar design which is also veey good. BUT only 60hrz and smaller screen. Asus OLED is a bit punchier and bigger and the entire package incluidng the pen and keyboard are all included and implemented in a way that is more cohesive and portable. Thank you Asus for continuing to push the envelope.

[@HoangLe-nw4xg]

thanks

[@theinktician]

Lol i came here to see if the pen was worth its salt. Most aren't, so i was hoping to be proven wrong

[@jacobnussbaum2309]

>Asus review >sponsored by asus Byee I'm not here to watch a ten minute advertisement 👋

[@ZeDarkLord]

I LOVE this laptop, but I don't think I would be buying one, for I won't be able to afford it at the moment, and second I feel that the userbase for it is very, very niche.

[@steelsheen]

you should've seen when the Lenovo Yoga Book 9i came out last year-- the starting price for that was $2000 😅🫠

[@FarrellMcGovern]

When did the Cylons invade Canada? By your command....

[@Valient26]

I said "Why?" out loud and my wife was like why what? after i explain to her about the screen under keyboard first thing out of her mouth was "Why" lol

[@elmalloc]

the intro was super weird comon now Canucks!