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Review Summary
2022-11-09T13:52:56
Overall I really liked this laptop except for one glaring issue (pun intended), the display is extremely glossy. Compared to the MacBook Pro which I am looking to replace and a Lenovo X1 Extreme which I also evaluated this display is far more glossy. The other two have a coating that kind of diffuses light and reflection making them far less distracting. The Asus ZenBook Pro is literally a black mirror. Every reflection perfectly clear, every light behind you clear and blight. Blinding if it is the sun. If you try to use this outside or with a strong backlight the display washes out. Also, a mesh pattern is visible in the white areas. This display is also not as bright as advertised. The 550 nits peak brightness can only be achieved inside of a small window. Otherwise sustained brightness of the display is about 360 nits. For outdoor use or if you have a lot of light coming from behind, the screen is dim and could use about 20% or more brightness for good viewing. One last flat, it is stupid heavy. Way heavier than the MacBook Pro or Lenovo X1 Extreme. A mixed bag is the trackpad and keyboard. The trackpad has a mind of its own and will do everything except what you want it to do. The tilt to the keyboard. It takes some getting used to. Some may not ever get used to it. I returned mine. While I did mostly like it, the display wasn't something that I felt that I could live with.
ANTHONY D.
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Windows 11 Pro - ASUS recommends Windows 11 Pro for business
1-month trial for new Microsoft 365 customers. Credit card required.
LCD cover: Aluminum
Top case: Aluminum
Bottom case: Aluminum
US MIL-STD 810H military-grade standard
Touch screen
16" (40.64cm)
4K (3840 x 2400) OLED 16:10 aspect ratio
0.2ms response time
550nits peak brightness
100% DCI-P3 color gamut
1,000,000:1
VESA Certified Display HDR True Black 500
1.07 billion colors
PANTONE Validated
Glossy display
70% less harmful blue light
TUV Rheinland-certified
SGS Eye Care Display
90%
Intel Core i9-12900H Processor 2.5GHz (24M Cache, up to 5.0GHz, 6P+8E cores)
Discrete
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU
6GB GDDR6
1x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0x4
32GB LPDDR5 on board
32GB LPDDR5 on board
2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 Performance SSD
FHD camera with IR function to support Windows Hello//With privacy shutter
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.2 (Dual band) 2 x 2
Support NumberPad
FingerPrint
1x HDMI 2.1
1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
1x DC-in//1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
2x Thunderbolt 4 supports display / power delivery//SD Express 7.0 card reader
Smart Amp Technology
Built-in 4-way stereo speakers
Built-in array microphone//harman/kardon (Premium)
With Cortana and Alexa voice-recognition support
6.0, 240W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 12A, 240W, Input: 100-240V AC 50/60Hz universal
96WHrs, 3S2P, 6-cell Li-ion
No
Backlit Chiclet Keyboard
BIOS Booting User Password Protection
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0
Fingerprint sensor integrated with Power Key
IR webcam with Windows Hello support
McAfee LiveSafe 30-day trial
System diagnosis
Battery health charging
Fan Profile
Splendid
Tru2Life
Function key lock
WiFi SmartConnect
Link to MyASUS
TaskFirst
Live update
ASUS Intelligent Performance Technology
ASUS OLED Care
QC fastcharge
AI Noise Canceling
Wi-Fi Rangeboost
AdaptiveLock
MyASUS
ProArt Creator Hub
Three-Month Membership of Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps, Individual.
the redemption duration from September 15, 2021 to November 15, 2022.
6.8
Required, included
Lithium ion
Non-universal
1
13.97 x 9.88 x 0.66-0.7" (35.5 x 25.1 x 1.69-1.78cm)
With Battery: 5.29 lbs (2.4kg)
Without Battery: 4.85 lbs (2.2kg)
Incredible Comes From Originality
World's first laptop with innovative AAS Ultra design
Zenbook Pro 16X OLED is a no-compromise creator laptop with a wealth of innovative design features and a brand-new all-metal design. It uses a world-leading 16:10 4K OLED HDR NanoEdge touchscreen, and it's powered by a 12th Gen Intel processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU. The new Active Aerodynamic System Ultra (AAS Ultra) mechanism powers the auto-tilting keyboard that ensures a comfortable typing angle, and the system also enhances system cooling for maximum performance.
There's an all-new White RGB intelligent lighting system that enables smart interactivity features. The innovative ASUS Dial allows precise fingertip control of creative parameters in Adobe apps, while the new larger ASUS NumberPad features haptic feedback and enhanced pressure sensitivity for easier number entry. Zenbook Pro 16X OLED redefines what a creator laptop should be, and helps you take your creativity to the next level.
Exceptional 16" OLED laptop with world's first AAS Ultra design
For unparalleled performance and the ultimate user experience
Windows 11 Pro with hardware TPM for best security
World-leading 16:10 4K OLED HDR display 0.2 ms ultrafast NanoEdge OLED touchscreen, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, up to 550 nits peak brightness
Thin & light unibody CNC design 16.9 mm / 2.4 kg aerospace-grade 6000-series aluminum-alloy full-body CNC-machined with AAS Ultra
ASUS Dial world's first physical dial enabling fast and intuitive control of creative apps
Intelligent lighting interactive customizable per-key White RGB backlit keyboard
12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900H processor for extreme performance
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 with NVIDIA Studio drivers
2 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD with 6500 MB/s transfer speed
32 GB LPDDR5 5200 MHz memory
Performance up to 140 W with ASUS IceCool Pro featuring exclusive ASUS 3D-curved vapor chamber design
Full I/O ports latest SD Express 7.0 card reader, HDMI 2.1
96 Wh long-lasting high-capacity battery
Dual Thunderbolt 4 provides high-speed data transfers and full-range charging
Enlarged haptic touchpad 150 x 90 mm haptic touchpad with innovative ASUS NumberPad 2.0
Six speakers with two tweeters and four woofers
ASUS Pen 2.0 support 4096 pressure levels, four interchangeable pen tips and fast USB-C charging
Smart amplifier premium Cirrus Logic amp for 350%-louder, distortion-free audio
Dolby Atmos multi-dimensional audio
Four-mic array two rear and two front mics for 360 Degree audio capture
AI noise cancelation distraction-free calls and conferencing
Dolby Vision cinema-grade visual experience
Full HD IR camera large 1.4 microm pixels for 156% more light capture
ASUS Splendid switch display modes between sRGB, Adobe RGB and 100% DCI-P3
Adaptive RGB color sensor automatically adjusts brightness and color temperature to match ambient environment
AAS Ultra
Elevate your experience
The precision-engineered AAS Ultra mechanism raises the rear of the keyboard by up to 14.5 mm, tilting it by 7 Degree when Zenbook Pro 16X OLED is opened. This positions it at the perfect angle for comfortable typing. It also enhances cooling by allowing 30% more airflow. This in turn reduces the laptop's surface temperature by up to 7 Degree C, increasing both comfort and CPU performance. And finally, the tilting mechanism directs the sound from the dual tweeters to create a better stereo image for enhanced listening pleasure.
Improved heat dissipation and more efficient cooling
More ergonomic typing angle
Enhanced directivity from the dual tweeters
Design
Created to create
With its sophisticated matte Tech Black livery, glossy detailing and all-metal construction, Zenbook Pro 16X OLED has a totally sophisticated look and feel. The unibody is CNC-machined for solidity from super-tough aerospace-grade 6000-series aluminum alloy, and the anti-fingerprint coating on the outer surfaces keeps the elegant finish pristine. Meanwhile, the lid features the iconic spun-metal Zenbook finish with our new illuminated monogram logo placed proudly in the center.
Performance
Unrivaled performance
Delivering the ultimate performance, the flagship 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900H processor in Zenbook Pro 16X OLED is capable of handling any creative task, and the studio-grade NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU supplies effortless graphics power. To unleash the full capabilities of this powerful combination, the ASUS IceCool Pro cooling system works with the AAS Ultra technology to keep everything cool and unthrottled, even at the maximum 140-watt combined TDP. Additionally, 32 GB of fast RAM and an ultrafast 2 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD ensure there are no memory or storage bottlenecks to slow your creativity down.
ASUS WiFi Master Premium certified
ASUS is a leader in wireless networking innovation, and we created the ASUS WiFi Master Premium standard to ensure that our laptops deliver superior WiFi performance in any situation. ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X OLED features the latest WiFi 6E that loads online content in the blink of an eye, enhanced by the exclusive WiFi fine-tuning technologies and software features that help deliver the speed, stability and coverage needed to meet the strict WiFi Master performance requirements.
ASUS WiFi Stabilizer filters out wireless interference, so you'll always enjoy the fastest possible speeds. WiFi RangeBoost technology uses multiple antennas to achieve longer WiFi range and higher throughput, eliminating wireless dead zones. Via the MyASUS app, you can switch on WiFi SmartConnect, which automatically connects to the best WiFi signal and known mobile hotspots, or utilize TaskFirst to select tasks that you wish to prioritize for internet access.
Zero-wait launching and loading
When deadlines are looming, you shouldn't have to wait for anything, so we've given ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X OLED an advanced storage system that can take up to two ultrafast PCIe 4.0 x4 SSDs. With ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X OLED, you'll enjoy the time-saving benefits of instant boot times, lightning-quick app loads and zero-wait file operations.
Thermal Technology
Stay cool with AAS Ultra and IceCool Pro
Zenbook Pro 16X OLED uses high-performance components that need to be cooled effectively in order to reach their full potential. This starts with the ASUS IceCool Pro cooling system, which uses two quiet IceBlades fans, each with 97 3D-curved blades. These cool the 3D vapor chamber and the aerospace-grade 5 mm heat pipe from the CPU and GPU, and the hot air is vented efficiently to the exterior via the new AAS Ultra mechanism with its 14.5 mm keyboard lift. The result is that the CPU and GPU can run at up to an 140 W combined TDP in Performance mode without throttling, and can run quieter than 40 dB in Standard mode.
Advanced triple-level thermal design
The ASUS IceCool Pro thermal design incorporates three separate technologies to deliver the ultimate cooling. First, the AAS Ultra mechanism provides 30% extra airflow for a given fan speed. Secondly, the Aero-Jet Flow (AJF) system can cool the laptop's surface temperature by up to 7 Degree C. Finally, there's a highly efficient vapor chamber cooling technology that's up to 9x more efficient than heat pipes.
CPU
Ultimate creative power
Empower your creativity with the latest 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900H processor. It has fourteen cores for effortless multitasking and a Turbo Boost speed of up to 4.7 GHz. Its 85 W maximum TDP gives you the edge when it comes to CPU-heavy tasks, so you'll be able to spend less time waiting and more time creating.
Studio-grade graphics
A high-performance GPU is essential when it comes to graphics-intensive graphics tasks such as cinematic-quality 3D rendering and high-resolution video editing. The studio-grade GeForce RTX 3060 GPU in Zenbook Pro 16X OLED has advanced AI-augmented features and capabilities that help it blitz through the toughest visual tasks. And for peace of mind, the best compatibility, performance and stability are assured by the NVIDIA Studio Driver.
Intelligent Lighting
Shine smartly
Zenbook Pro 16X OLED adds a whole new dimension to your creative experience with its intelligent lighting system. As well as an illuminated monogram lid logo, there's per-key White RGB keyboard backlighting, augmented by light bars on either side of the keyboard. This system enables a variety of smart interactive effects. When you power the laptop on or off, or switch performance modes, your laptop can display an exclusive light effect. If your battery's low on juice, all the lights will glow red. Plug in a USB device to see yet another light effect, and when you receive a new email you'll get a handy visual reminder. You can also configure a variety of animated ambient lighting modes to match your mood or the atmosphere of the room.
ASUS Dial
Make magic happen with ASUS Dial
Discover new ways to work with the updated ASUS Dial, an intuitive physical rotary controller that gives you instant and precise fingertip control over parameters in your creative apps. It's now just 3.2 mm thin - 75% thinner than the previous generation - and is glass-covered for ultra-smooth operation. You can easily change brush size, change saturation, adjust layer opacity, or rapidly undo actions. You can also adjust screen brightness and volume, or vertical scroll to make your creative workflow smoother.