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From Computex 2024, Asus has unveiled its upcoming laptop lineup for this year, including a range of new ProArt systems in three different form factors.
The three new devices are the ProArt P16, the PX13, and the PZ13. They are a traditional clamshell laptop, a 2-in-1 convertible, and a Surface-like tablet, respectively.
Asus' ProArt P16 will be of the most interest to demanding content creators, but the more mobile designs are noteworthy, too. I went hands on with these machines before their announcement, so let’s run through the details in the video above and dive deeper below.
The Muscle Machine: ProArt P16 Delivers AMD Ryzen Processing, Nvidia RTX GPUs
Let’s start with the P16—the most traditional but also easily the most powerful system in the group. This is your go-to big-screen laptop for content creators to get the bulk of your serious work done. The display is a gorgeous 4K OLED panel, though with only a 60Hz refresh rate. It is especially suited to editors, as it’s also Pantone-validated and claims 100% DCI-P3 coverage.
(Credit: John Burek)The performance also has to keep up with those demanding workloads, so the P16 is powered by the new AMD Ryzen 9 AI 300 processors (aka "Strix Point") at up to 70 watts. With AMD’s new AI-ready platform, this is a Copilot+ PC, ready to engage its 50-trillion-operations-per-second (TOPS) neural processing unit across a suite of creative applications.
(Credit: John Burek)This laptop can be outfitted with up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU at 105 watts for the many creative workloads that benefit from real graphics horsepower. The P16 can also have up to 64GB of memory and 4TB of storage.
(Credit: John Burek)Its physical design is relatively plain but has some welcome surprises. Despite the big screen and robust parts, it measures just 0.58 inch thick and weighs 3.96 pounds. Asus has also taken the physical dial we saw on past ProArt models, used to select tools and change settings quickly, and turned it into a digital DialPad located on the top left corner of the touchpad.
(Credit: John Burek)The ProArt PX13: A Portable Convertible for Creators
Let’s move on to the smaller devices, starting with the ProArt PX13. This is a convertible with a 13.3-inch screen, still meant for creative types, as are all ProArt systems, but with a mix of portability and power. It measures 0.62 inch and weighs 3.04 pounds with its 2-in-1 convertible-style—but not detachable—keyboard. The digital DialPad is also included here, despite the compact size.
(Credit: John Burek)The smaller display is still an attractive 3K OLED panel with the same Pantone validation and color coverage as the P16. Despite the size, it maintains decent connectivity, including USB Type-A, two USB Type-C ports, and a microSD card slot. It also supports Wi-Fi 7.
(Credit: John Burek)Moreover, the PX13 also contains AMD’s latest Ryzen AI 300 processors, and, more surprisingly, it can hold up to an RTX 4070 GPU. The power ceiling is lower, limited to 70 watts for the CPU and 90 watts for the GPU, but that’s still appealing performance for this compact a laptop. The PX13 maxes out at 32GB of memory and a 2TB SSD, so it should be a powerful and versatile little device for those who know they'll spend time on the road.
The ProArt PZ13: A Surface-Style Tablet for the Most Mobile Users
Finally, the PZ13. This is the Surface-esque device, an actual tablet with a detachable kickstand and keyboard. It features a 13-inch 3K OLED screen; OLED is a technology that Asus is clearly committed to, especially for its ProArt systems.
(Credit: John Burek)This small size still seems a fine fit for creators, but the form factor prioritizes mobility. It measures a mere 0.35 inch thick and weighs just 1.87 pounds, and the included magnetic keyboard and optional pen are slim enough to barely be a factor. The build is sturdy, which is crucial to this type of device.
Unlike the other two new ProArts, this tablet is a Qualcomm Snapdragon X-based device, and given the form, it should be no surprise that the power ceiling is lower and no discrete GPU is available. It tops out at 20 watts total TDP but still qualifies as a Copilot+PC, like the others, and will be capable of up to 45 TOPs.
(Credit: John Burek)The device includes two USB Type-C ports, an SD card reader, and support for Wi-Fi 7.
We have plenty to digest with these machines, and our verdict on usability will come down to spending more time with them when we get units in for review, particularly for the smaller devices. Check back for more when these systems become available later this year, and prices are finally revealed.