New ASUS Vivobook S 14 Powered by Latest AI-Enabled Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) Delivers Copilot+ PC Experiences from RM4,799

2024/12/16

Thin and light 14" Copilot+ PC powered by Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2) for the ultimate on-the-go productivity and entertainment experience





KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, December 16, 2024 — ASUS Malaysia today announced the latest ASUS Vivobook S 14 (S5406SA), an ultra-sleek 14-inch Copilot+ PC with a thin and light profile that measures just 1.39cm thin and weighs a mere 1.3kg.

The stylish, powerful and lightweight Intel Evo™-certified ASUS Vivobook S 14 offers the ultimate experience for those seeking on-the-go productivity and instant entertainment, with modern color options and minimalist, high-end aesthetics, making it the perfect choice for balanced mobility and performance.

ASUS Vivobook S 14 is powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2), with up to a 35-watt TDP and a built-in 47 TOPS Neural Processing Unit (NPU) that provides power-efficient acceleration for modern AI applications. ASUS Vivobook S 14 also has dedicated Copilot key, allowing users to dive effortlessly into Windows 11's AI-powered tools with just one press.

Lifelike visuals are provided by a world-leading 14-inch ASUS Lumina OLED display with a resolution of WUXGA (1920x1200) along with a 60Hz refresh rate, a 100% DCI-P3 gamut and DisplayHDR™ True Black 600 certification.

The stylish and comfortable ASUS ErgoSense keyboard features customizable single-zone RGB backlighting, and there's an extra-large ErgoSense touchpad with smart-gesture support. As with all ASUS Vivobook models, the user experience is prioritized: there's a lay-flat 180° hinge, an IR camera with a physical shutter, a full complement of I/O ports, and immersive Dolby Atmos® audio from the powerful Harman Kardon-certified stereo speakers.



Thin, light and powerful



The new Intel Evo-verified ASUS Vivobook S 14 is thinner and lighter than ever, with a stylish all-metal chassis that's just 1.39cm thin and weighs 1.3kg. As well as offering superb portability and a minimalist aesthetic, they also deliver no-compromise performance with up to the latest Intel Core Ultra 7 processor (Series 2), Intel Arc™ graphics, up to 32GB of LPDDR5X-8533 RAM and a 1TB PCIe® 4.0 SSD. The ASUS IceCool cooling system uses two improved heat pipes, two 97-blade IceBlade fans, and two air vents, helping the laptops to achieve a maximum TDP of 35W. Despite its impressive performance, outstanding power efficiency gives the laptop an incredible battery life of up to 27 hours.

Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2) feature Intel's integrated Neural Processing Unit (NPU), which enables low-power, high-quality AI-powered Copilot+ PC experiences. It's perfect for shifting workloads from the CPU, providing better quality and efficiency, or for tasks that typically rely on cloud computing. The NPU delivers low-latency AI computing, which can help to ensure data privacy and cost-effectiveness.

ASUS Vivobook S 14 also features the ASUS Memory Allocations Management function, enabling users to customize the allocations of memory capacity to the iGPU, which can help enhance the performance of gaming, creating and AI applications.



Lifelike visuals



ASUS Vivobook S 14 is equipped with an accurate and reliable 14-inch 16:10 ASUS Lumina OLED display, featuring up to a 60Hz refresh rate and a WUXGA resolution in a slim-bezel three-sided NanoEdge design for the most immersive, lifelike visual experience imaginable. The display offers a cinema-grade 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, carries a VESA DisplayHDR™ True Black 600 certification, and is recognized for its eye-care features by TÜV Rheinland.



Show your unique vibe



Users can showcase their individuality on ASUS Vivobook S 14 with the new ASUS ErgoSense single-zone RGB-backlit keyboard. With Windows Dynamic Lighting support, users can effortlessly customize lighting colors and effects via Windows' settings to match their mood and personality.

The full-size keyboard has a 19.05mm key pitch, a comfortable 0.2mm keycap dish, and an extended 1.7mm key travel for an unrivaled input experience. It's also exceptionally quiet thanks to the new optimized scissor-key mechanism, which benefits both the user's personal space and their surroundings.

An enlarged ErgoSense touchpad helps deliver an improved workflow for projects or browsing the web, ensuring every interaction is precise and seamless.



Unrivaled user experience



Crafted with the user's comfort in the forefront, ASUS Vivobook S 14 streamlines tasks, whether they're work-related or meant for entertainment.

ASUS Vivobook S 14 has a dedicated Copilot key on the keyboard — an express ticket to seamless Copilot app accessibility. This key is designed for instant activation, allowing users to effortlessly access Windows 11's AI-powered apps with a single press. It can simplify workflows, putting the power of Copilot right at the user's fingertips.

Designed with the user firmly in mind, ASUS Vivobook S 14 makes any task easier, whether for work or entertainment. For effortlessly connecting an external display, a mouse, a keyboard, a speaker, a headset or more, there are two Thunderbolt™ 4 ports, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, an HDMI® 2.1 (TMDS) port, a MicroSD card reader and a 3.5mm audio jack. A 180° lay-flat hinge makes it easy to collaborate with colleagues and friends.

Video calls are more productive with the innovative ASUS AiSense IR camera, which makes sure users always look their best, and AI noise-cancelation technology reduces background noise for microphones and audio. The Harman Kardon-certified speaker system delivers superb Dolby Atmos® multidimensional audio for entertainment and crystal-clear dialogue.

ASUS Vivobook S 14 is the ideal choice for effortlessly expressing premium taste. The refined new logo exemplifies the essence of simplicity and style, and it's available in two contemporary colors: Neutral Black and Mist Blue.

In addition to its performance and style, ASUS Vivobook S 14 undergoes rigorous testing to meet the military-grade MIL-STD 810H durability standard.



AVAILABILITY & PRICING



ASUS Vivobook S 14 (S5406SA) will be available from mid-January 2025 onwards from all ASUS authorized resellers, priced from RM4,799. 



SPECIFICATIONS



ASUS Vivobook S 14 (S5406SA)



CPU Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 Processor 226V
Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 Processor 258V
Display 14” WUXGA (1920 x 1200) OLED Non-touch display, 16:10 aspect ratio, 60Hz refresh rate, 400nits, up to 600nits HDR peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, DisplayHDR™ True Black 600 certified, 70% less harmful blue light, 87% screen-to-body ratio
Operating system Windows 11 Home
Microsoft Home & Student 2024 included
Microsoft 365 Basic (1-year subscription) with 100GB secure cloud storage included
Graphics Intel® Arc™ Graphics
Main memory Up to 32GB LPDDR5X-8533 on board
Storage Up to 1TB M.2 NVMe® PCIe® 4.0 SSD
Connectivity WiFi 7 (802.11be)
Up to Bluetooth® 5.4
Camera FHD IR camera w/ Windows Hello
with privacy shutter
I/O ports 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (data speed up to 5Gbps)
2x Thunderbolt™ 4 with support for display / power delivery (data speed up to 40Gbps)
1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS
1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
Micro SD card reader
Keyboard & Touchpad Backlit Chiclet Keyboard 1-Zone RGB without Num-key
1.7mm Key-travel
Precision touchpad
Audio Smart Amp Technology
Built-in speaker
Built-in microphones
Built-in array microphones
Harman Kardon certified
Battery 75Wh
AC adapter 65W AC Adapter
Output: 20V DC, 3.25A, 65W
Input: 100-240V AC 50 / 60Hz universal
Dimensions 31.05 x 22.19 x 1.39 ~ 1.59 cm
Weight 1.3kg
Colors Mist Blue
Pricing S5406S-AQD138WS (CU5+16GB+512GB): RM4,799
S5406S-AQD238WS (CU7+32GB+1TB): RM5,299
Availability Mid-January 2025 onwards



ⅰ ASUS Vivobook S 14 with 3K 16:10 120Hz OLED display. Product weight may vary according to device configuration.
ⅱ The figures are based on theoretical performance. Actual performance may vary in real-world situations.
ⅲ Copilot key functionality varies by device and market, learn more at aka.ms/WindowsAIFeatures. Timing of feature delivery varies by device. Feature availability varies by market. Requires Microsoft account to login.
ⅳ Battery tests conducted by ASUS on August 19, 2024 using the 1080p Video Playback scenario. Test configuration: Vivobook S 14 (S5406SA), OLED panel, Intel Core ultra 5 226V, 512GB SSD, 16GB RAM, 75Wh battery. Test settings: Wi-Fi disabled, Windows Power Plan set to Balanced, display brightness set to 150 cd/m2. Actual battery life may vary depending on product configuration, usage, operational conditions, and power management settings. Battery life will decrease over the lifetime of the battery.
ⅴ Functionality may vary according to device configuration. For specific information on how Memory Allocations Management operates with different product configurations, please refer to www.stzgcm.com/support/FAQ/105179/
ⅵ Model S5406 RGB single-zone keyboard lighting fully supports the Solid Color, Breathing, Rainbow effects of Windows Dynamic Lighting. Learn more at http://www.stzgcm.com/support/faq/1051652
ⅶ Specifications, content and product availability are all subject to change without notice and may differ from country to country. Actual performance may vary depending on applications, usage, environment and other factors. Full specifications are available at http://www.stzgcm.com/my/