Asus ZenBook S gets new Burgundy Red color option

Key Points

• The ultimate ultraportable: 12.9mm-thin and 2.31lbs.-light near-A4-size metal unibody with MIL-STD-810G military-grade toughness for dependable reliability anywhere
• Elegant craftsmanship: Precision-crafted in new Burgundy Red color, with Rose Gold diamond-cut details and iconic spun-metal finish
• Designed for ultimate comfort: New ErgoLift hinge design with 5.5° keyboard tilt for ultimate typing comfort, improved cooling airflow and enhanced audio
• All-day performance: Full HD NanoEdge display, Intel Core i7 CPU, 8GB/256GB configuration, up to 13.5hrs battery life and Thunderbolt 3 connectivity

Fremont, CA (September 17, 2018) — ASUS today announced the availability of ZenBook S in Burgundy Red, a premium 13.3-inch ultraportable Windows 10 laptop that not only delivers effortless portability, powerful performance and no-compromise connectivity for discerning on-the-go users, but is also tested to meet military-grade MIL-STD-810G durability standards.

With an ultrathin 12.9mm profile and an ultralight all-metal unibody weighing just 2.31 lbs., the sophisticated ZenBook S now incorporates the innovative new ErgoLift hinge that automatically tilts the keyboard by 5.5° for the ultimate typing comfort: the raised chassis also improves airflow and enhances audio performance.

Powered by an 8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor and a superfast 256GB PCIe® SSD, ZenBook S also features a brilliant Full HD IPS-level display and delivers up to 13.5 hours of battery life for all-day performance. For ultrafast connectivity, two of the three USB Type-C™ (USB-C™) ports support Thunderbolt™ 3. ZenBook S also features Amazon Alexa support for easy voice-controlled assistance.

The Ultimate Ultraportable 

Seasoned travelers will appreciate the way ZenBook S, with its 12.9mm-thin, 2.31 lbs.-light all-metal unibody, slips effortlessly into any bag. The NanoEdge slim-bezel display and premium materials allow the reduction of every dimension and weight to the minimum, creating a masterpiece of ultraportable design.

ZenBook S was originally introduced in a luscious Deep Dive Blue color. The new and distinctive Burgundy Red color reflects the breathtaking beauty of a sky turned deep red at sunset: it's an awe-inspiring modern shade that reflects passion, sophistication, and individuality. Both color options feature the iconic Zen-inspired spun-metal finish on the lid, a design feature that's created using a complex 40-step manufacturing process, and which is exclusive to the ZenBook Series.

ZenBook S is not only sophisticated and elegant, but it's incredibly tough too: it meets the ultra-demanding MIL-STD 810G military standard for reliability and durability, undergoing a punishing test regime that includes extended tests for operation in harsh environments including extreme altitudes, temperatures and humidity. It has also passed ASUS internal laptop tests that far exceed the standards set by the industry.

Designed for Ultimate Comfort 

For outstanding ergonomics, ZenBook S incorporates the new ErgoLift hinge mechanism, an innovative design that raises and tilts the keyboard by 5.5° — the optimum angle for comfortable typing. With a maximum opening angle of 145°, ZenBook S opens wider than most laptops too, so users have more freedom to choose the best screen angle. And when ZenBook S is closed, the ErgoLift mechanism is completely hidden, so it doesn't affect the sleek profile.

When the ErgoLift hinge mechanism tilts the keyboard, it also creates an important extra ventilation space that allows more airflow around the underside of the chassis. With this improved ventilation, ZenBook S keeps its cool even when under heavy load.

The extra space underneath ZenBook S created by the ErgoLift hinge has yet another benefit: it allows the powerful Harmon Kardon audio system to work at its best, delivering clearer sound with improved bass response.

All-day Performance 

ZenBook S is built to get things done as quickly and efficiently as possible, with no fuss or drama. An 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processor, 8GB of fast 2133MHz LPDDR3 RAM and a 256GB SSD allow users to enjoy smooth and responsive performance whatever they're doing. For maximum sustained performance, ZenBook S uses an upgraded cooling system incorporating state-of-the-art components, including an innovative liquid-crystal-polymer fan impeller with 71 blades — an increase of 40% over previous designs — housed in an advanced 3D-curved aerodynamic shroud that can move 13.4% more air than before. With this cooling system, ZenBook S runs up to 5°C cooler than previous ZenBook models.

A laptop as beautiful as ZenBook S deserves equally beautiful visuals, so it's fitted with a brilliant Full HD IPS-level display with a wide 72% NTSC color gamut for breathtakingly-lifelike colors and detail. The bezel width has been slimmed even further — to just 5.9mm — to give an amazing 85% screen-to-body ratio for even more immersive visuals.

For all-working-day autonomy, ZenBook S uses a high-capacity battery that lasts up to 13.5 hours, with fast-charge technology that recharges a flat battery to 60% capacity in as little as 49 minutes.

No-compromise connectivity is essential in an ultraportable laptop. ZenBook S delivers the ultimate speed of Thunderbolt 3 in two of its three USB-C ports, and all three ports support fast charging, data transfers and display connectivity. And for desktop-grade connectivity, users can simply connect the handy ASUS Mini Dock.

Amazon Alexa is a cloud-based voice service that helps users with tasks, entertainment, general information, and more. Using Alexa is as simple as asking a question. Just ask to play music, read the news, control a smart home, tell a joke, and more — Alexa will respond instantly.

The ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA-XB71-R in Burgundy Red is immediately available at a MSRP of $1199 USD from the ASUS Store, Abt, Amazon, and Newegg.