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Asus ZenBook S 16 Series

Asus Zenbook S 16 UM5606, Ryzen AI 7 350Processor: AMD Ryzen AI 7 350, AMD Strix Halo/Point (Zen 5/5c, Ryzen AI 300) Ryzen AI 9 365
Graphics Adapter: AMD Radeon 860M, AMD Radeon 880M
Display: 16.00 inch
Weight: 1.5kg
Price: 1700 euro
Average Score: 86.43% - good
Average of 51 scores (from 77 reviews)
price: 83%, performance: 88%, features: 91%, display: 92%, mobility: 91%, workmanship: 91%, ergonomy: 88%, emissions: 87%

 

Asus Zenbook S 16 UM5606WA-RK052W

Specifications

Asus Zenbook S 16 UM5606WA-RK052WNotebook: Asus Zenbook S 16 UM5606WA-RK052W
Processor: AMD Strix Halo/Point (Zen 5/5c, Ryzen AI 300) Ryzen AI 9 365
Graphics Adapter: AMD Radeon 880M 512 MB
Display: 16.00 inch, 16:10, 2880 x 1800 pixels
Weight: 1.5kg
Price: 1700 euro
Links: Asus homepage
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Price comparison

Average Score: 86.48% - good

Average of 50 scores (from 76 reviews)

 

Reviews

84.1% Asus ZenBook S 16 OLED laptop review: Premiere for Ryzen AI 9 365 and Radeon 880M | Notebookcheck
The ZenBook S 16 OLED is one of the first devices on the market to be equipped with AMD's brand new AI 9 processors. Having already tested a model based on the HX 370 (Radeon 890M), it was now the turn of the 365 model (Radeon 880M). How does the 16-incher fare against the competition and the last generation?
ASUS Zenbook S 16 review - Is this the best lightweight performance laptop of 2024?
Source: Tech Nave English
There is one more caveat that I didn't mention, and it's not the AI. There is this feature called Hibernate Helper that could use some fixing. What it does is help the laptop to sleep or shut down when unused over some time. When I wanted to turn the laptop back on after a few hours, it refused to do so, and that was such a frustrating experience.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/22/2024
ASUS Zenbook S 16 review - Is this the best lightweight performance laptop of 2024?
Source: Tech Nave English
There is one more caveat that I didn't mention, and it's not the AI. There is this feature called Hibernate Helper that could use some fixing. What it does is help the laptop to sleep or shut down when unused over some time. When I wanted to turn the laptop back on after a few hours, it refused to do so, and that was such a frustrating experience.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/22/2024
85% ASUS Zenbook S 16 review: A showcase of AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor for Copilot+ laptops
Source: Hardware Zone English
If you are looking for a laptop that balances power, portability and a slim profile, then the ASUS Zenbook S 16 could stand out as a solid all-rounder. But with a couple of caveats to consider first, before you make that final decision. Firstly, Qualcomm-powered machines like the ASUS Vivobook S 15 have better power efficiency and battery life overall as compared to laptops powered by AMD’s Ryzen AI 300 series. The other thing is that while Microsoft has been pushing its Copilot+ PCs, its AI-driven features like Cocreator and Live Translation are only available on Snapdragon laptops for now. However, these features are expected to arrive on AMD Ryzen AI 300 laptops by this year.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/05/2024
Rating: Total score: 85% price: 75% performance: 80% mobility: 85% workmanship: 85%
85% ASUS Zenbook S 16 review: A showcase of AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor for Copilot+ laptops
Source: Hardware Zone English
If you are looking for a laptop that balances power, portability and a slim profile, then the ASUS Zenbook S 16 could stand out as a solid all-rounder. But with a couple of caveats to consider first, before you make that final decision. Firstly, Qualcomm-powered machines like the ASUS Vivobook S 15 have better power efficiency and battery life overall as compared to laptops powered by AMD’s Ryzen AI 300 series. The other thing is that while Microsoft has been pushing its Copilot+ PCs, its AI-driven features like Cocreator and Live Translation are only available on Snapdragon laptops for now. However, these features are expected to arrive on AMD Ryzen AI 300 laptops by this year.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/05/2024
Rating: Total score: 85% price: 75% performance: 80% mobility: 85% workmanship: 85%
70% Asus Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) Review
Source: PC Mag English
The Asus Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) is a striking addition to the high-end laptop market, combining new AI technology with a sleek and sophisticated design. This laptop has a powerful AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor with a potent NPU engineered to excel in productivity and AI-driven tasks. With its stunning 16-inch OLED touch screen, enhanced audio experience, and innovative touchpad and touch-screen features, the Zenbook S 16 aims to cater to both creative professionals and everyday users alike.However, at this price, we can't help wondering why the Zenbook S 16 doesn't include an AMD Radeon or Nvidia GeForce discrete GPU, especially in light of spotty performance where one could help. With comparably priced systems packing graphics hardware that supports more intensive media creation and even gaming, it's hard to recommend the Asus over award-winners like the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 9 or even excellent also-rans like the Dell XPS 16.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/25/2024
Rating: Total score: 70%
70% Asus Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) Review
Source: PC Mag English
The Asus Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) is a striking addition to the high-end laptop market, combining new AI technology with a sleek and sophisticated design. This laptop has a powerful AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor with a potent NPU engineered to excel in productivity and AI-driven tasks. With its stunning 16-inch OLED touch screen, enhanced audio experience, and innovative touchpad and touch-screen features, the Zenbook S 16 aims to cater to both creative professionals and everyday users alike.However, at this price, we can't help wondering why the Zenbook S 16 doesn't include an AMD Radeon or Nvidia GeForce discrete GPU, especially in light of spotty performance where one could help. With comparably priced systems packing graphics hardware that supports more intensive media creation and even gaming, it's hard to recommend the Asus over award-winners like the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i 16 Gen 9 or even excellent also-rans like the Dell XPS 16.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/25/2024
Rating: Total score: 70%
80% ASUS Zenbook S 16 review: A showcase of AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor for Copilot+ laptops
Source: Hardware Zone English
If you are looking for a laptop that balances power, portability and a slim profile, then the ASUS Zenbook S 16 could stand out as a solid all-rounder. But with a couple of caveats to consider first, before you make that final decision.Firstly, Qualcomm-powered machines like the ASUS Vivobook S 15 have better power efficiency and battery life overall as compared to laptops powered by AMD’s Ryzen AI 300 series. The other thing is that while Microsoft has been pushing its Copilot+ PCs, its AI-driven features like Cocreator and Live Translation are only available on Snapdragon laptops for now.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/23/2024
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 75% performance: 80% mobility: 85% workmanship: 85%
80% ASUS Zenbook S 16 review: A showcase of AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor for Copilot+ laptops
Source: Hardware Zone English
If you are looking for a laptop that balances power, portability and a slim profile, then the ASUS Zenbook S 16 could stand out as a solid all-rounder. But with a couple of caveats to consider first, before you make that final decision.Firstly, Qualcomm-powered machines like the ASUS Vivobook S 15 have better power efficiency and battery life overall as compared to laptops powered by AMD’s Ryzen AI 300 series. The other thing is that while Microsoft has been pushing its Copilot+ PCs, its AI-driven features like Cocreator and Live Translation are only available on Snapdragon laptops for now.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/23/2024
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 75% performance: 80% mobility: 85% workmanship: 85%
95% ASUS Zenbook S 16 AMD Ryzen AI 9 review: It’s fantastic and ASUS is not getting it back
Source: Techaeris English
2024 has been a crazy year for laptops and laptop processors. AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm have all introduced some major groundbreaking CPU’s and that has made countless laptops worth looking at. I have used the new Snapdragon PCs, I’ve even used the new Intel 200V series, and this AMD Ryzen 9 AI series. I think the CPUs and GPUs being offered this year are competing at a very neck to neck pace so for once, it comes down to choosing a laptop based on its build, feel and look. Of all the laptops I have used so far this year, the ASUS Zenbook S 16 has my vote as the best one on the market. While it isn’t perfect, for me, it checks numerous boxes that I want.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/15/2024
Rating: Total score: 95% price: 95% performance: 95% display: 100% mobility: 95% workmanship: 95%
95% ASUS Zenbook S 16 AMD Ryzen AI 9 review: It’s fantastic and ASUS is not getting it back
Source: Techaeris English
2024 has been a crazy year for laptops and laptop processors. AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm have all introduced some major groundbreaking CPU’s and that has made countless laptops worth looking at. I have used the new Snapdragon PCs, I’ve even used the new Intel 200V series, and this AMD Ryzen 9 AI series. I think the CPUs and GPUs being offered this year are competing at a very neck to neck pace so for once, it comes down to choosing a laptop based on its build, feel and look. Of all the laptops I have used so far this year, the ASUS Zenbook S 16 has my vote as the best one on the market. While it isn’t perfect, for me, it checks numerous boxes that I want.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/15/2024
Rating: Total score: 95% price: 95% performance: 95% display: 100% mobility: 95% workmanship: 95%
Review – ASUS Zenbook S 16 UM5606W: Thin, light, powerful
Source: NLT English
As for the price – this laptop is at RM7,299 which is definitely a premium price to pay for, but considering what this laptop can do, I think it’s worth the price. It’s portable, has a magnificent OLED touch screen, a rather long battery life, lots of useful ports, and it’s also powerful enough to play lots of games. Yet the fans don’t sound like they’re about to take off. Now this is an impressive feat of engineering. If you’re wondering how the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 will perform, here’s our gaming test video. Honestly, I’m impressed.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/09/2024
Review – ASUS Zenbook S 16 UM5606W: Thin, light, powerful
Source: NLT English
As for the price – this laptop is at RM7,299 which is definitely a premium price to pay for, but considering what this laptop can do, I think it’s worth the price. It’s portable, has a magnificent OLED touch screen, a rather long battery life, lots of useful ports, and it’s also powerful enough to play lots of games. Yet the fans don’t sound like they’re about to take off. Now this is an impressive feat of engineering. If you’re wondering how the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 will perform, here’s our gaming test video. Honestly, I’m impressed.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/09/2024
90% Asus Zenbook S 16 review: a beautiful-looking laptop for general creatives
Source: Creative Bloq English
The ASUS Zenbook S 16 is undoubtedly one of the best-looking laptops out there at the moment and I'm including Apple's MacBook's in the list. The laptop performs incredibly well for every day tasks but lacks what's required for 3D rendering. The battery life, ergonomic keyboard, and 16-inch display are other big wins for this laptop from ASUS.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/06/2024
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Asus Zenbook S 16 review: a beautiful-looking laptop for general creatives
Source: Creative Bloq English
The ASUS Zenbook S 16 is undoubtedly one of the best-looking laptops out there at the moment and I'm including Apple's MacBook's in the list. The laptop performs incredibly well for every day tasks but lacks what's required for 3D rendering. The battery life, ergonomic keyboard, and 16-inch display are other big wins for this laptop from ASUS.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/06/2024
Rating: Total score: 90%
95% “Red” processor in a white ‘tuxedo’: review of the ASUS Zenbook S 16 laptop
Source: Mezha EN English
When it comes to truly portable laptops, there is an immediate expectation that there will be compromises somewhere. However, with the ASUS Zenbook S 16, such expectations are almost never realized. The user will get a really cool and thin body made of pleasant materials, a very high-quality display, manipulators, and sound, enough performance for most daily tasks, and the battery is not lagging behind at all. Of course, there are small nuances in the form of noticeable heating under load or the inability to replace the RAM. But given the size and the aforementioned advantages, there's no point in complaining. Of course, as with many other good things, the cost of such a laptop is significantly higher than the average price tag. Although it's hard to say that it's not justified in any way.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/04/2024
Rating: Total score: 95%
95% “Red” processor in a white ‘tuxedo’: review of the ASUS Zenbook S 16 laptop
Source: Mezha EN English
When it comes to truly portable laptops, there is an immediate expectation that there will be compromises somewhere. However, with the ASUS Zenbook S 16, such expectations are almost never realized. The user will get a really cool and thin body made of pleasant materials, a very high-quality display, manipulators, and sound, enough performance for most daily tasks, and the battery is not lagging behind at all. Of course, there are small nuances in the form of noticeable heating under load or the inability to replace the RAM. But given the size and the aforementioned advantages, there's no point in complaining. Of course, as with many other good things, the cost of such a laptop is significantly higher than the average price tag. Although it's hard to say that it's not justified in any way.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/04/2024
Rating: Total score: 95%
ASUS Zenbook S 16 Review: A Pretty Body For A Powerful Processor
Source: Lowyat.net English
Considering what’s been thrown underneath the hood of the Zenbook S 16, an asking price of RM7,999 for this thin-and-light is the farthest thing from unreasonable. For that matter, AMD’s Zen 5 Ryzen AI processor is nothing short of impressive. As the creator of LTT said in his video: AMD effectively gimped itself by capping the HX 370’s maximum TDP to 28W, and it didn’t even break a sweat. Mind you, I ran the CPU on its default 17W and even that was more than plenty.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/27/2024
ASUS Zenbook S 16 Review: A Pretty Body For A Powerful Processor
Source: Lowyat.net English
Considering what’s been thrown underneath the hood of the Zenbook S 16, an asking price of RM7,999 for this thin-and-light is the farthest thing from unreasonable. For that matter, AMD’s Zen 5 Ryzen AI processor is nothing short of impressive. As the creator of LTT said in his video: AMD effectively gimped itself by capping the HX 370’s maximum TDP to 28W, and it didn’t even break a sweat. Mind you, I ran the CPU on its default 17W and even that was more than plenty.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/27/2024
This Asus has one of the best OLED displays I've seen, and I've tested hundreds of laptops
Source: Zdnet.com English
I recommend the Asus Zenbook S 16 to users who want a premium, lightweight laptop that transports well and has a gorgeous OLED display. Visual creatives in particular, will gravitate toward this device. AMD's next-gen chipset provides solid performance, but it falls short in running as cool as other processors on the market, and its battery life is not the best. Prices for the laptop start at $1,399. It is a little expensive, although I'd argue it's well-priced for what you're getting. If you want something more budget friendly, check out the Asus Vivobook Pro 15 which is currently on sale for $899 ($400 off the regular price).
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/26/2024
This Asus has one of the best OLED displays I've seen, and I've tested hundreds of laptops
Source: Zdnet.com English
I recommend the Asus Zenbook S 16 to users who want a premium, lightweight laptop that transports well and has a gorgeous OLED display. Visual creatives in particular, will gravitate toward this device. AMD's next-gen chipset provides solid performance, but it falls short in running as cool as other processors on the market, and its battery life is not the best. Prices for the laptop start at $1,399. It is a little expensive, although I'd argue it's well-priced for what you're getting. If you want something more budget friendly, check out the Asus Vivobook Pro 15 which is currently on sale for $899 ($400 off the regular price).
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/26/2024
86% ASUS Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) Review – Quintessentially Premium
Source: Pokde English
The ASUS Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) is a premium laptop that commands a premium price: at RM7,999, this is a fairly expensive laptop, but you do get a lot of performance and features that is not going to hold you back in daily use. As far as premium laptops go, this is damn near perfect in my book.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/23/2024
Rating: Total score: 86% price: 80% performance: 88% mobility: 85% workmanship: 90%
100% Asus Zenbook S16 review: The ultimate ultrabook
Source: Expert Reviews English
If anyone asked me to recommend an ultrabook for under £2,000 the Zenbook S16 is what I’d point them towards. The design, performance, build, screen and speaker quality are all superb, while the battery life is outstandingly good for a Windows x86 laptop. Of course, it’s not perfect. The webcam is pretty awful, you can’t add a second SSD and it does get too warm for comfort when being pushed hard, especially on the underside. None of those niggles bother me excessively though, and don’t in any way knock the shine off this absolutely superb general-purpose laptop.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/23/2024
Rating: Total score: 100%
86% ASUS Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) Review – Quintessentially Premium
Source: Pokde English
The ASUS Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) is a premium laptop that commands a premium price: at RM7,999, this is a fairly expensive laptop, but you do get a lot of performance and features that is not going to hold you back in daily use. As far as premium laptops go, this is damn near perfect in my book.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/23/2024
Rating: Total score: 86% price: 80% performance: 88% mobility: 85% workmanship: 90%
100% Asus Zenbook S16 review: The ultimate ultrabook
Source: Expert Reviews English
If anyone asked me to recommend an ultrabook for under £2,000 the Zenbook S16 is what I’d point them towards. The design, performance, build, screen and speaker quality are all superb, while the battery life is outstandingly good for a Windows x86 laptop. Of course, it’s not perfect. The webcam is pretty awful, you can’t add a second SSD and it does get too warm for comfort when being pushed hard, especially on the underside. None of those niggles bother me excessively though, and don’t in any way knock the shine off this absolutely superb general-purpose laptop.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/23/2024
Rating: Total score: 100%
58% Asus Zenbook S 16 review: Extremely thin and way too hot
Source: PC World English
The Asus Zenbook S 16 is a mediocre debut of AMD’s Ryzen AI 9 365 in a mid-range laptop. Performance isn’t bad, but it also fails to move the needle—and I find it more than a little strange that AMD brands this processor with the Ryzen AI 9 label despite the fact that, at least in this laptop, it delivers performance hardly different from the AMD Ryzen 7 8840U. What’s even less pleasant, however, is the laptop’s extremely high external temperatures under load, which make the laptop exceptionally uncomfortable to use. This makes the laptop’s performance results look even worse. That’s a shame, because the Zenbook S 16 is otherwise a good mid-range laptop. I like the ceraluminum finish, the huge touchpad, and the gorgeous OLED display, all of which make the laptop pleasant to use day-to-day. It’s an elegant, thin machine—too thin, apparently, to handle the Ryzen AI 9 365.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/20/2024
Rating: Total score: 58%
58% Asus Zenbook S 16 review: Extremely thin and way too hot
Source: PC World English
The Asus Zenbook S 16 is a mediocre debut of AMD’s Ryzen AI 9 365 in a mid-range laptop. Performance isn’t bad, but it also fails to move the needle—and I find it more than a little strange that AMD brands this processor with the Ryzen AI 9 label despite the fact that, at least in this laptop, it delivers performance hardly different from the AMD Ryzen 7 8840U. What’s even less pleasant, however, is the laptop’s extremely high external temperatures under load, which make the laptop exceptionally uncomfortable to use. This makes the laptop’s performance results look even worse. That’s a shame, because the Zenbook S 16 is otherwise a good mid-range laptop. I like the ceraluminum finish, the huge touchpad, and the gorgeous OLED display, all of which make the laptop pleasant to use day-to-day. It’s an elegant, thin machine—too thin, apparently, to handle the Ryzen AI 9 365.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/20/2024
Rating: Total score: 58%
80% Asus Zenbook S 16 review: AMD stays in the game
Source: The Verge English
Since the Zenbook S 16 isn’t truly a dedicated gaming or creator laptop, I’d recommend the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 for that. In my tests, it gets two to three times better 1080p gaming performance without upscaling and rendered my Blender scene in mere seconds. It still manages six and a half hours of battery life in a thin-and-light chassis, too. The Zenbook S 16 didn’t quite live up to all the performance claims AMD made about it, but it came close and really impressed me in the process. It’s a 16-inch productivity, gaming, and content creation machine that does all those things surprisingly well and is actually easy to carry around. All you have to give up in return are those few hours of battery life. It’s a combination that adds up to make this my favorite 16-inch Windows laptop of the summer.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/09/2024
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Asus Zenbook S 16 review: AMD stays in the game
Source: The Verge English
Since the Zenbook S 16 isn’t truly a dedicated gaming or creator laptop, I’d recommend the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 for that. In my tests, it gets two to three times better 1080p gaming performance without upscaling and rendered my Blender scene in mere seconds. It still manages six and a half hours of battery life in a thin-and-light chassis, too. The Zenbook S 16 didn’t quite live up to all the performance claims AMD made about it, but it came close and really impressed me in the process. It’s a 16-inch productivity, gaming, and content creation machine that does all those things surprisingly well and is actually easy to carry around. All you have to give up in return are those few hours of battery life. It’s a combination that adds up to make this my favorite 16-inch Windows laptop of the summer.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/09/2024
Rating: Total score: 80%
How to open ASUS Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) - disassembly and upgrade options
Source: Laptop Media English
Support, online available, Short, Date: 07/30/2024
How to open ASUS Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) - disassembly and upgrade options
Source: Laptop Media English
Support, online available, Short, Date: 07/30/2024
The Laptop I've ALWAYS Wanted!
Source: Dave 2D English
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/29/2024
The Laptop I've ALWAYS Wanted!
Source: Dave 2D English
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/29/2024
AMD's Best Laptop! // ASUS Zenbook S 16
Source: Matthew Moniz English
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/28/2024
The BEST Laptop of the Year… so far? [ft. New Ryzen AI 9]
Source: The Tech Chap English
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/28/2024
ASUS Zenbook S 16 Review - Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 With Radeon 890M Model
Source: TechTablets English
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/28/2024
AMD's Best Laptop! // ASUS Zenbook S 16
Source: Matthew Moniz English
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/28/2024
The BEST Laptop of the Year… so far? [ft. New Ryzen AI 9]
Source: The Tech Chap English
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/28/2024
ASUS Zenbook S 16 Review - Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 With Radeon 890M Model
Source: TechTablets English
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/28/2024

Foreign Reviews

96% Asus ZenBook S16 im Test: Das ist das beste Notebook!
Source: Computerbild German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/20/2025
Rating: Total score: 96%
96% Asus ZenBook S16 im Test: Das ist das beste Notebook!
Source: Computerbild German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/20/2025
Rating: Total score: 96%
98% Exzellentes Display in spa­cigem Gehäuse
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/22/2024
Rating: Total score: 98% price: 91% performance: 97% features: 96% display: 100% mobility: 96% ergonomy: 100%
98% Exzellentes Display in spa­cigem Gehäuse
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/22/2024
Rating: Total score: 98% price: 91% performance: 97% features: 96% display: 100% mobility: 96% ergonomy: 100%
98% Exzellentes Display in spa­cigem Gehäuse
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/18/2024
Rating: Total score: 98% price: 85% performance: 97% features: 96% display: 100% mobility: 96%
98% Exzellentes Display in spa­cigem Gehäuse
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/18/2024
Rating: Total score: 98% price: 85% performance: 97% features: 96% display: 100% mobility: 96%
50% Asus Zenbook S 16 Schlanker Laptop mit Hitzeproblemen
Source: PC Welt German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/06/2024
Rating: Total score: 50%
50% Asus Zenbook S 16 Schlanker Laptop mit Hitzeproblemen
Source: PC Welt German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/06/2024
Rating: Total score: 50%
97% ASUS Zenbook S 16 2024, review completa en español
Source: Game IT Spanish ES→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/18/2024
Rating: Total score: 97% mobility: 100% workmanship: 100%
97% ASUS Zenbook S 16 2024, review completa en español
Source: Game IT Spanish ES→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/18/2024
Rating: Total score: 97% mobility: 100% workmanship: 100%
88% Asus sigue demostrando con el Zenbook S 16 que un portátil puede ser ligero, delgado y resistente
Source: Computerhoy Spanish ES→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/06/2024
Rating: Total score: 88%
88% Asus sigue demostrando con el Zenbook S 16 que un portátil puede ser ligero, delgado y resistente
Source: Computerhoy Spanish ES→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/06/2024
Rating: Total score: 88%
90% Asus Zenbook S16
Source: PC Guia Portuegese PT→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/23/2024
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Asus Zenbook S16
Source: PC Guia Portuegese PT→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/23/2024
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% ASUS ZenBook S16, la recensione
Source: Tech Different Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/20/2025
Rating: Total score: 90% features: 90% display: 90% mobility: 90% workmanship: 90%
90% ASUS ZenBook S16, la recensione
Source: Tech Different Italian IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/20/2025
Rating: Total score: 90% features: 90% display: 90% mobility: 90% workmanship: 90%
80% Test Asus ZenBook S16 UM5606W : Un PC portable 16 pouces au look d’un ultrabook
Source: Charles Tech French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/18/2024
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 90% display: 80% mobility: 80% ergonomy: 80%
80% Test Asus ZenBook S16 UM5606W : Un PC portable 16 pouces au look d’un ultrabook
Source: Charles Tech French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/18/2024
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 90% display: 80% mobility: 80% ergonomy: 80%
90% Test Asus Zenbook S 16 2024 : à (Strix) Point nommé
Source: Journal du Geek French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/27/2024
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Test Asus Zenbook S 16 2024 : à (Strix) Point nommé
Source: Journal du Geek French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/27/2024
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% ASUS Zenbook S 16, czyli laptop premium ze znakomitym ekranem OLED - TEST
Source: ITHardware.pl Turkish PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/18/2024
Rating: Total score: 90% mobility: 100% workmanship: 100%
90% ASUS Zenbook S 16, czyli laptop premium ze znakomitym ekranem OLED - TEST
Source: ITHardware.pl Turkish PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/18/2024
Rating: Total score: 90% mobility: 100% workmanship: 100%
94% ASUS Zenbook S 16 İnceleme
Source: Chip Online TR TR→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/25/2024
Rating: Total score: 94%
94% ASUS Zenbook S 16 İnceleme
Source: Chip Online TR TR→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/25/2024
Rating: Total score: 94%
80% Обзор ноутбука Asus Zenbook S 16: нейромодуль и чип AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 с самой мощной интегрированной графикой
Source: ITC UA RU→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/29/2024
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 90% display: 85% mobility: 95% workmanship: 85% ergonomy: 85%
80% Обзор ноутбука Asus Zenbook S 16: нейромодуль и чип AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 с самой мощной интегрированной графикой
Source: ITC UA RU→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/29/2024
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 90% display: 85% mobility: 95% workmanship: 85% ergonomy: 85%
Обзор ультрабука ASUS Zenbook S 16 UM5606W
Source: i2Hard RU→EN
Positive: Slim size; light weight; stylish design; high performance; bright OLED display; excellent battery life. Negative: Uncomfortable keyboard.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/06/2024
Обзор ультрабука ASUS Zenbook S 16 UM5606W
Source: i2Hard RU→EN
Positive: Slim size; light weight; stylish design; high performance; bright OLED display; excellent battery life. Negative: Uncomfortable keyboard.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/06/2024
Обзор ноутбука ASUS Zenbook S 16 (UM5606W): Ryzen AI в естественной среде
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN
Positive: Powerful hardware; high performance; slim size; light weight; comfortable keyboard; excellent touchpad; bright and sharp display; impressive autonomy. Negative: Slow SSD storage.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/22/2024
Обзор ноутбука ASUS Zenbook S 16 (UM5606W): Ryzen AI в естественной среде
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN
Positive: Powerful hardware; high performance; slim size; light weight; comfortable keyboard; excellent touchpad; bright and sharp display; impressive autonomy. Negative: Slow SSD storage.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/22/2024
华硕 Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) 评测 – 高性能、高效率的超薄机身
Source: Laptopmedia CN zh-CN→EN
Positive: Beautiful OLED display; great speakers; good ergonomics; nice webcam; powerful hardware; slim size; light weight; good cooling and silent system; high autonomy; rich set of ports. Negative: Non-expandable memory; expensive.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/29/2024
华硕 Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) 评测 – 高性能、高效率的超薄机身
Source: Laptopmedia CN zh-CN→EN
Positive: Beautiful OLED display; great speakers; good ergonomics; nice webcam; powerful hardware; slim size; light weight; good cooling and silent system; high autonomy; rich set of ports. Negative: Non-expandable memory; expensive.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/29/2024
92% ASUS Zenbook S 16
Source: Komputer for alle DA→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/14/2024
Rating: Total score: 92%
92% ASUS Zenbook S 16
Source: Komputer for alle DA→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/14/2024
Rating: Total score: 92%
ASUS Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) 手提電腦
Source: Eprice.com.hk zh-TW→EN
Positive: Ultra-slim size; light weight; powerful hardware; high performance; great OLED display; big screen; stereo speakers; long battery life. Negative: Poor set of ports; only one M.2 slot.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/24/2024
ASUS Zenbook S 16 (UM5606) 手提電腦
Source: Eprice.com.hk zh-TW→EN
Positive: Ultra-slim size; light weight; powerful hardware; high performance; great OLED display; big screen; stereo speakers; long battery life. Negative: Poor set of ports; only one M.2 slot.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/24/2024
90% إستعراض لجهاز ASUS ZenBook S 16 AMD AI
Source: Unlimited Tech →EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/19/2024
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% إستعراض لجهاز ASUS ZenBook S 16 AMD AI
Source: Unlimited Tech →EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/19/2024
Rating: Total score: 90%

 

Asus Zenbook S 16 UM5606, Ryzen AI 7 350

Specifications

Asus Zenbook S 16 UM5606, Ryzen AI 7 350Notebook: Asus Zenbook S 16 UM5606, Ryzen AI 7 350
Processor: AMD Ryzen AI 7 350
Graphics Adapter: AMD Radeon 860M
Display: 16.00 inch, 16:10, 2880 x 1800 pixels
Weight: 1.5kg
Links: Asus homepage
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Price comparison

 

Foreign Reviews

ASUS ra mắt laptop AI 16-inch mỏng nhẹ tại Việt Nam: trang bị chip AMD AI lên đến 50TOPS, 24GB RAM, đạt cả chuẩn quân đội, màn hình OLED 3K 120Hz
Source: VNReview VN→EN
Positive: Slim size; light weight; great OLED display; powerful processor; high performance; long battery life; great speakers; smart AI Features.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/22/2025

 

Comment

Asus: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. is a major Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer based in Taipei, founded in 1989. Under the Asus brand name, the company manufactures a wide range of products, including laptops, desktops, motherboards, graphics cards, monitors, smartphones and networking equipment, complete systems and PC components for end users.

Under the ROG (Republic of Gamers) brand name, ASUS manufactures gaming laptops known by gamers for their powerful specifications, dedicated graphics cards, high refresh rate displays and advanced cooling systems.

Beyond gaming, a wide range of notebooks are offered for different needs and budgets, from ultra-slim and lightweight ultrabooks to versatile 2-in-1 convertibles and budget-friendly options. In 2023, Asus had a 7% global market share of the PC market.

Customer satisfaction with ASUS notebooks concerns performance, the features, and the good price-performance ratio of ASUS notebooks. However, as with any brand, there are occasional reports of problems such as overheating, driver compatibility, or build quality issues.


Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

AMD Radeon 880M: A fairly powerful RDNA 3.5 architecture iGPU that debuted in June 2024 and a direct successor to the Radeon 780M. Its 12 CUs/WGPs (768 unified shaders) run at up to 2,900 MHz. DX12 Ultimate, ray tracing, AI image generation and other modern features are all supported here, as are many popular video codecs including first and foremost AVC, HEVC, VP9 and AV1. Its gaming performance is good enough for playing 2024 games such as Once Human and The First Descendant at 1080p on low graphics settings.

AMD Radeon 860M: A fairly powerful RDNA 3.5 architecture iGPU that debuted in early 2025 and a direct successor to the Radeon 760M. Its 8 CUs/WGPs (512 unified shaders) run at up to 3 GHz. DX12 Ultimate, ray tracing, AI image generation and other modern features are all supported here, as are many popular video codecs including first and foremost AVC, HEVC, VP9 and AV1. Its gaming performance is good enough for playing 2024 games in low graphics settings.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


AMD Strix Halo/Point (Zen 5/5c, Ryzen AI 300):

Ryzen AI 9 365: A relatively powerful Strix Point family processor that debuted in June 2024. The chip features 10 CPU cores running at 2.0 GHz to 5.0 GHz, along with the 12 CU RDNA 3.5 Radeon 880M graphics adapter and the 50 TOPS XDNA 2 neural engine. Other key features include PCIe 4, USB 4 and LPDDR5x-7500 RAM support. Of the 10 CPU cores, 4 are full Zen 5 cores with the other 6 being smaller Zen 5c cores.

AMD :

Ryzen AI 7 350: A relatively powerful Krackan Point family processor that was introduced in early 2025. The APU integrates 8 CPU cores (4 Zen 5 cores with up to 5 GHz and 4 Zen 5c cores with up to 3.5 GHz).

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


16.00:

This range for display formats was and is a rarity. It is larger than the general standard of 15 inches, but not yet in the range of large workstations. One usually has higher screen resolutions available, but portability suffers from that.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


No weight comment found (one expected)!


86.43%: This is an above-average rating. Nevertheless, it should not be forgotten that about one fifth of all tested models receive a better rating.

» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

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Stefan Hinum, 2025-07-20 (Update: 2025-07-20)