21st May 2024, Kathmandu
ASUS announced a new generation of AI-powered computing at its online-only Next Level. AI Incredible launch event, dedicated to the launch of the ASUS Vivobook S15 (S5507). Powered by the Snapdragon® X Elite, the device is the company’s first Copilot+ PC, with Windows AI features and a collection of exclusive ASUS AI apps that aim to improve the user’s work and play.
ASUS Debuts ASUS Vivobook S 15, its First Copilot+ PC Packed With Windows 11 AI Features; ASUS collaborates with Microsoft and Qualcomm to deliver the best AI user experience ever with an ultrathin and lightweight 15.6″ AI PC.
KEY POINTS
Incredible AI power: Snapdragon® X Elite is world’s fastest laptop NPU with 45 Neural TOPS, for the latest Windows AI tools and with exclusive ASUS AI apps
Incredible portability: 14.7 mm thin, from 1.42 kg1light; 70 Wh battery for up to 18 hours battery life2; fast charging and USB-C® Easy Charge technology
Incredible connectivity: 2 x full-function USB4®, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, HDMI® 2.1, MicroSD card, Audio combo jack; up to 5.8 Gbps WiFi 7 speeds
Incredible audiovisuals: Immersive 15.6″ 3K 120 Hz ASUS Lumina OLED display; 89% screen to-body ratio; Harmon Kardon Dolby Atmos® audio system
“As ASUS embarks on this journey, marked by the launch of our first AI PC, we stand at the beginning of a new era of personal computing.” ASUS Co-CEO S.Y. Hsu said, speaking at the event, “The launch of our first Copilot+ PC powered by Snapdragon X Elite is an important milestone for us, and we believe that these devices are the future of consumer PCs and will drastically change the way we will work, study, create, and play.”
The event featured speakers from Microsoft and Qualcomm® Technologies, Inc., as it followed an earlier event by the former, in which Microsoft officially unveiled the full scope of new Windows experiences and standards for PCs to attain its Copilot+ PC.
The event was broadcast via the company’s social media channels and can be rewatched on the official ASUS YouTube account.
ASUS Launches Vivobook S15
“It’s an exciting time to be in devices, and collaborating with partners like ASUS allows us to bring innovative hardware that unlocks AI software to life for our customers. Our deep engineering collaboration has been instrumental in delivering cutting-edge technology to consumers. With the launch of ASUS’s Vivobook S15, we are bringing the power of Copilot, Recall, and Cocreator, showcasing the potential of on-device and cloud-based AI working together to enable individuals and organizations to achieve more,” stated Mark Linton, VP Device Partner Sales at Microsoft.
“I am thrilled that Qualcomm and ASUS are working together to bring industry-leading innovation to consumers and enterprises, and our latest collaboration is the best yet,” said Cristiano Amon, president and CEO of Qualcomm Incorporated. “Performance is reborn with Snapdragon X Elite, and we look forward to collaborating with ASUS to put incredible innovation like the ASUS Vivobook S15 in the hands of users.”
ASUS Vivobook S15 is the company’s first Copilot+ PC, and with the efficient power and built-in AI engine of the Snapdragon X Elite Platform, users can enjoy hardware-accelerated AI functions and incredible performance and efficiency as result of the custom integrated Qualcomm Oryon™ CPU.
With up to 18 hours of battery life2, enjoy uninterrupted productivity. Featuring a stunning 3K 120 Hz ASUS Lumina OLED display, Harman Kardon-certified audio, and a sleek 14.7 mm-thin, 1.42 kg-light body1, it’s built for effortless mobility.
Incredible AI power (ASUS Launches Vivobook S15)
ASUS Vivobook S15 is the first next-gen ASUS Windows Copilot+ PC, introducing the latest Windows AI tools. Powered by the Snapdragon® X Elite with built-in Qualcomm® Hexagon™ NPU, it boasts a remarkable 45 TOPS Neural engine for swift on device AI processing. Storage options include up to an ultrafast 1 TB PCIe® 4.0 SSD, with memory configurable up to 32 GB of 8448 MHz LPDDR5X RAM.
Next-gen AI-powered enhancements include Windows Studio Effects and an ASUS AiSense IR camera.
The presence-detection capabilities of the camera enable Adaptive Dimming — which dims the screen when the user looks away — and Adaptive Lock, which automatically locks the laptop when the user moves away and unlocks it when they return.
Additionally, the ASUS Vivobook S15 is also the first device to feature the company’s exclusive AI app, StoryCube, It’s the smartest, most convenient, and most powerful way to manage all digital assets, using AI assistance to sort, edit, manage, and export captured raw files.
Leveraging this powerful hardware, ASUS Vivobook S15 integrates advanced features such as Windows Studio effects v2, which enhances lighting and noise removal during video calls in portrait mode, and ASUS AiSense Camera with AI-powered Security, enabling the adaptive lock feature to auto-lock when the users walks away and auto-unlock upon their return, as well as auto-dimming when the user looks away.
Furthermore, it incorporates Live Captions for accurate real-time subtitles and Cocreator empowers users to transform sketches into finished artworks.
These innovative technologies not only enhance security and privacy but also elevate the audiovisual experience and unlock creativity.
Incredible portability
Built for effortless portability, ASUS Vivobook S15 stands out with a 14.7 mm ultra-slim and 1.42 kg1light all-metal design, which redefines elegance with its minimalist aesthetics. The premium CNC-engraved logo adds a touch of class, while the versatile tapered unibody design ensures strength and stability.
The high-capacity 70 Wh battery offers up to 18 hours2 of uninterrupted productivity or entertainment, with support for fast charging and ASUS USB-C® Easy Charge for convenient charging from almost any source.
The premium styling includes a single-zone RGB backlit keyboard that can be personalized via Dynamic Lighting in Windows 11, allowing users to craft stunning effects that perfectly match their personality and mood.
A dedicated Copilot key enables users to dive into Windows AI-powered tools in just one second, and the super-large, super-smart touchpad offers effortless navigation and an expanded workspace. Via intuitive gestures, users can seamlessly control various tasks, from adjusting audio to optimizing screen brightness or managing video playback.
Incredible connectivity
Equipped with a comprehensive set of I/O ports, ASUS Vivobook S15 is configured for seamless on-the go connectivity. It has two USB4® ports that support fast charging, 4K external displays, and up to 40 Gbps data transfers, along with two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, a microSD card reader, and an audio combo jack to elevate the user experience.
Thanks to WiFi 7, enabled by the Qualcomm FastConnect™ 7800 system, the ASUS Vivobook S15 delivers blazing speeds up to 5.8 Gbps, outpacing WiFi 6 by 4.8 times, ensuring seamless streaming, effortless task completion, and lightning-fast downloads.
Incredible audiovisuals ASUS Vivobook S15 offers a premium audiovisual experience for productivity, creativity, or entertainment, featuring an expansive 15.6-inch 3K 120 Hz ASUS Lumina OLED display that delivers refined specular highlights and extraordinary shadow detail, all in vivid, true-to-life color.
This class leading display has an ultra-wide 89% screen-to-body ratio, a 0.2 ms response time, a cinema-grade 100% DCI-P3 color gamut and is VESA DisplayHDR™ True Black 600 certified. It also offers TÜV Rheinland-certified low blue-light levels for enhanced eye-care, and the display itself is protected by our exclusive ASUS OLED Care system to significantly reduce the risk of burn-in. Complementing this stunning display is a powerful Harman Kardon-certified audio system with immersive, multi-dimensional Dolby Atmos sound.
In short, the unveiling of the new ASUS Vivobook S15 marks a significant leap forward in AI-powered computing. With the device, ASUS reaffirms its commitment to innovation without compromise and with speakers from industry giants like Microsoft and Qualcomm Technologies, this event showcased the collaborative efforts driving technological advancement. As the industry embarks on this new era of computing, ASUS continues to lead the charge, delivering excellence in both form and function.
| ASUS Vivobook S 15 (S5507) | |
| Compute
platform |
Qualcomm® Snapdragon® X Elite Platform
Qualcomm® Snapdragon® X Plus Platform |
| CPU | Up to Qualcomm® Oryon™ CPU |
| NPU | Up to Qualcomm® Hexagon™ NPU (45 TOPs dedicated NPU) |
| Graphics | Up to Qualcomm® AdrenoTM GPU |
| Display | 15.6” 16:9 (2880 x 1620) 120 Hz ASUS Lumina OLED display, 3-sided NanoEdge 89% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response time, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, DisplayHDR™ True Black 600 certified, average Delta-E < 1, 600 nits peak brightness |
| Chassis | Materials: Metal lid
Color: Cool Silver |
| Operating
system |
Windows 11 Home/Pro |
| Main
memory |
Up to 32 GB LPDDR5X 8448 MHz |
| Storage | Up to 1 TB PCIe® 4.0 SSD |
| Connectivity | WiFi 7 (Dual-band 802.11ax)
Qualcomm® FastConnect™ 7800 Bluetooth® 5.4 |
| Camera | FHD IR camera
ASUS AiSense camera with Windows Studio effects v2, ASUS Adaptive dimming, and ASUS Adaptive lock |
| I/O ports | 2 X USB4®
2 X USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 1 x HDMI® 2.1 TMDS 1 X Audio combo jack 1 X MicroSD card reader |
| Keyboard | Customizable Single-zone RGB backlight with Windows Dynamic Lighting ASUS ErgoSense keyboard with Copilot key and emoji hotkey
Noise reduction technology |
| Touchpad | ASUS ErgoSense touchpad
Smart gesture touchpad Silent touchpad technology |
| Audio | Dolby Atmos®
Harmon Kardon-certified Smart amplifier ASUS Audio Booster |
| Battery | 70 Wh delivering up to 18 hours battery life2 |
| AC adapter | 90 W |
| Dimensions | 352.6 x 227 x 14.7~15.9 mm |
| Weight | 1.42 kg1 |
About ASUS (ASUS Launches Vivobook S15)
ASUS is a global technology leader that provides the world’s most innovative and intuitive devices, components and solutions to deliver incredible experiences that enhance the lives of people everywhere. With its team of 5,000 in-house R&D experts, ASUS is world-renowned for continuously reimagining today’s technologies for tomorrow, garners more than 11 awards every day for quality, innovation and design, and is ranked among Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies.
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