[Evaluation]Asus ExpertBook Ultra actual test: 1.09kg lightweight body is not afraid of 100kg weight, a new benchmark for high-end business laptops

Asus’ ExpertBook series has always occupied a place in the market with its professional business positioning. The latest flagship model Asus ExpertBook Ultra has officially launched. This high-end business notebook, priced starting at $22,998, successfully controls the weight of the body to a lightweight level of 1.09kg. It is also the first to be equipped with Intel’s latest generation Panther Lake architecture processor. This article will examine the performance of this new machine in actual work scenarios in detail from aspects such as body design, screen quality, protection capabilities, and hardware performance.

Magnesium aluminum alloy body and complete connection interface

Asus ExpertBook Ultra continues the low-key and professional design language of the series. The entire machine is made of magnesium aluminum alloy, which ensures the structural strength of the body while maintaining its lightweight characteristics of 1.09kg. The surface of the casing has been carefully frosted, giving it a solid touch and effectively reducing fingerprint contamination, and the moderate thickness of the body allows users to easily carry it in a briefcase or backpack.

In terms of connection ports, there are two Thunderbolt 4 Type-C, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, an HDMI 2.1 TMDS image output and a 3.5mm headphone and microphone two-in-one jack on both sides of the fuselage, fully meeting the daily needs of business users for connecting external monitors and various peripheral accessories.

In addition, its keyboard has 1.5mm key travel, clear typing feedback, and a large touchpad that supports multi-touch and gesture operations, providing a comfortable and efficient input experience for long-term word processing.

14-inch 2.8K matte double-layer OLED display

Display quality is a highlight of this generation’s ExpertBook Ultra. The body is equipped with a 14-inch 2.8K resolution matte double-layer OLED touch screen with extremely narrow bezel design, and the top video lens also thoughtfully incorporates a physical mask switch to protect privacy. Under actual viewing, this screen shows accurate color reproduction and high contrast. The black display is deep and the transition of levels is natural. Whether it is processing data reports or viewing multimedia materials, the visual effects have reached a professional level. The matte treatment on the screen surface greatly reduces the reflection of ambient light. Combined with the double-layer OLED structure, it not only improves the durability of the panel, but also effectively reduces the eye fatigue of users who stare at the screen for long periods of time.

100kg high-strength compression resistance and exclusive AI assistance function

In response to business users’ high requirements for laptop reliability, Asus ExpertBook Ultra performed well in durability tests. After actual testing, the fuselage still maintained its original shape under a weight of about 100kg, with no deformation or damage;

The keyboard area is also water-resistant and can still operate normally after an accidental splash. In addition, even if the entire laptop is lifted from the edge of the screen with one hand, the hinge and casing structures remain stable, demonstrating a high degree of protection.

At the software level, the system has built-in a number of Asus-specific AI tools, including intelligent noise reduction and image optimization functions that improve the quality of video conferencing. In response to the characteristics of OLED screens, the built-in Asus OLED Care provides protection mechanisms such as pixel offset and automatic brightness adjustment, further reducing the risk of screen burn-in and extending the service life of the device.

Actual performance measurement of Intel Panther Lake processor

In terms of hardware specifications, the Hong Kong version of Asus ExpertBook Ultra is equipped with up to Intel’s new Panther Lake architecture Core Ultra X7 358H processor, and is equipped with up to 64GB of memory and 2TB SSD storage space. In actual operation, this configuration can easily handle heavy multi-tasking needs. Even if a large number of browser paginations are opened at the same time, large data spreadsheets and various professional applications are processed, the system operation remains smooth and stable, providing ample performance reserves for high-end business users.

Product Pricing and Early Bird Discount Information

Asus ExpertBook Ultra delivers above-average performance in terms of thinness, portability, screen quality, body sturdiness, and overall performance. The Hong Kong market currently offers three specifications for consumers to choose from. The highest-end Ultra X7 processor with 64GB of memory and 2TB SSD is priced at $27,998; the mid-range version of the Ultra Yuan. In order to attract business customers, the manufacturer has launched a first-month purchase discount. In addition to a discount of $3,000, buyers will also receive an ASUS ZenWiFi BD4 router worth $1,099. The overall package is quite attractive.