Transforming Workdays and Empowering Students: The 2024 ASUS Vivobook S Series Redefines Productivity with Cutting-Edge AI Capabilities, Sleek Designs, and Ultra-Efficient Performance

2024/04/09

Vivobook S with letters spelling the word Slim

Fremont, California (April 9, 2024) - ASUS has launched the ASUS Vivobook S series laptop, blending both a sleek design and lightweight mobility. Powered by AI-enhanced processors from either AMD Ryzen™ 8040 Series or Intel® Core™ Ultra, these laptops offer up to 50-watt1 TDP performance and includes a dedicated Copilot key for easy access to Windows 11 AI tools.

Featuring ASUS Lumina OLED displays with resolutions up to 3.2K and a 120Hz refresh rate, they deliver lifelike visuals with a 100% DCI-P3 color gamut and VESA DisplayHDR™ True Black 600 certification. It’s also available in three sizes- models powered by Intel include the 14.0-inch ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED S5406, the 15.6-inch ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED S5506, and the 16.0-inch ASUS Vivobook S 16 OLED S5606. Additionally, we offer a 16.0-inch variant powered by AMD, the ASUS Vivobook S 16 OLED M5606.

The stylish and comfortable ASUS ErgoSense keyboard also offers customizable single-zone RGB backlighting, and alongside is an extra-large ErgoSense touchpad. User experience is further enhanced with a lay-flat 180° hinge, an IR camera with a physical privacy shutter, a full range of I/O ports, and immersive Dolby Atmos® audio from Harman Kardon-certified stereo speakers.

Thin, light, and powerful


The ASUS Vivobook S series has been reimagined to be even slimmer and lighter, featuring an elegant all-metal chassis that starts at a mere 0.63” in thickness and weighs as little as 2.87 lb2. In addition to their portability and minimalist design, these laptops offer uncompromising performance, thanks to the inclusion of the latest AMD Ryzen™ 8040 Series or Intel Core Ultra 9 processors. The AMD model features AMD Radeon® graphics, whereas the Intel model is equipped with Intel Arc™ graphics, but both go up to 16 GB 7500 MHz LPDDR5X memory, and up to 1 TB PCIe® 4.0 SSD storage. Also, 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 50 W in a slim form factor.

For AMD Ryzen™ 8040 Series Processors, they include the integrated AMD Ryzen™ AI accelerator.3 This paired with intelligent workload optimization frees up the CPU and iGPU resources for optimal performance. In addition, Ryzen™ AI unlocks a realm of new possibilities that’s beyond performance and power efficiency. It accelerates multitasking, elevates video quality, enhances productivity, promotes collaboration, and lays the groundwork for future advancements. The Intel® Core™ Ultra processors incorporate Intel's first Neural Processing Unit (NPU), enhancing both power efficiency while ensuring high-quality PC experiences The local AI-processing performance empowers users to complete tasks that typically rely on cloud-based computing.

The new ASUS Vivobook S series also feature ASUS Memory Allocation Management4 function, enabling users to customize memory capacity to iGPU, which can enhance the performance of gaming, creating, and using AI applications.

Lifelike visuals


The ASUS Vivobook S series comes with ASUS Lumina OLED displays, which are recognized for their precision and reliability. The design incorporates a slim-bezel three-sided NanoEdge, delivering an immersive and lifelike visual experience. The ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (S5406) sports a 16:10 display with a smooth 120 Hz refresh rate, while the Vivobook S 15 (S5506) and Vivobook S 16 (M5606/S5606) have either a stunning 3K or 3.2K resolutions. All of these displays offer a cinema-grade 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, carry up to the VESA DisplayHDR True Black 600 certification, and are recognized for their eye-care features by TÜV Rheinland.

Show your unique vibe


Users can express their unique style with ASUS Vivobook S series laptops using the innovative ASUS ErgoSense RGB-backlit keyboard. When combined with Windows Dynamic Lighting5 users can effortlessly customize lighting colors and effects right in Windows setting to match their mood and personality. As the laptop mirrors the user’s distinctive style and vibe, it also enhances versatility, performance, and functionality to further serve and empower users in pursuing their passions and projects.

The ASUS Vivobook S series is an ideal choice for effortlessly displaying premium aesthetics. Its refined new logo represents simplicity and style, and these laptops are available in two modern colors: Neutral Black and Mist Blue.

Unrivaled user experience


Designed with the user’s comfort in mind, the ASUS Vivobook S series laptop simplifies tasks, addressing all work-related, entertainment, or student needs.

ASUS Vivobook S series laptops feature a dedicated Copilot key on all keyboards, granting seamless access to the Copilot app. This Copilot key6 enables instant activation, allowing you to access Windows 11 AI-powered apps with a single press. The Copilot key simplifies your workflow by placing Copilot’s power right at your fingertips.

To easily connect external displays, peripherals, and more, these laptops come with one USB4® port supporting 4K UHD external displays and up to 40 Gbps data transfers7, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, an HDMI 2.1 (TMDS) port, a MicroSD card reader, and a 3.5 mm audio jack. The inclusion of a 180° lay-flat hinge simplifies collaboration, while the ASUS AiSense camera system improves video calls by ensuring users present their best selves. There’s also our ASUS AI noise-cancelation technology, which minimizes background noise for both mic and audio. The Harman Kardon-certified speaker system delivers outstanding Dolby Atmos® multidimensional audio for immersive entertainment, offering clear dialogue.


AVAILABILITY & PRICING


ASUS Vivobook S series laptops is now available at local resellers below. Please contact your local ASUS representative for further information.

Name

Model

Link

Price

Vivobook S 14

S5406MA-AS96

Amazon

$899.99

Vivobook S 15

S5506MA-WS76

Walmart

$799.99

Vivobook S 16 (Intel)

S5606MA-DS96

ASUS Store

Main Local Resellers

$1099.99

Vivobook S 16 (AMD)

M5606UA-DS96

ASUS Store

Main Local Resellers

$999.99



PRESS CONTACTS


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David Nevarez
PR Manager, Broadcast Media
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Anthony Spence
Technical PR, Gaming
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SPECIFICATIONS8

ASUS Vivobook S 16 OLED (M5606)

CPU

AMD Ryzen 8040 series processors:

AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS with built-in Ryzen AI

Display

16" 16:10 3.2K (3200x2000) ASUS Lumina OLED slim-bezel NanoEdge display with 89% screen-to-body ratio, up to 600 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, DisplayHDR True Black 600 certification, 120Hz refresh rate

Operating system

Windows 11 Home support Copilot app

Graphics

AMD Radeon graphics

Main memory

AMD Ryzen 8040 series processors:

16GB LPDDR5X 7500 MHz RAM with Memory Allocation Management

Storage

1 TB PCIe® Gen 4 SSD

Connectivity

WiFi 6E (802.11ax)

Up to Bluetooth® 5.3

Camera

FHD IR camera / ASUS AiSense camera with shutter. Windows Studio effects supports background blur, eye contact correction, automatic framing, and ASUS 3DNR

I/O ports

AMD Ryzen 8040 series processors:

1 x USB 4.0 Gen 3 Type-C® supports 4K UHD external displays and up to 40 Gbps data transfers

1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C®

2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A

1 x HDMI® 2.1 (TMDS)

1 x MicroSD card reader

1 x Audio jack

Keyboard

ASUS ErgoSense silent keyboard with dedicated Copilot key

Customizable RGB backlight with Windows Dynamic Lighting

Touchpad

Enlarged 5.91 x 3.90 inch ASUS ErgoSense touchpad

Audio

Built-in speakers

Smart amplifier technology

Built-in microphone with ASUS AI Noise-Canceling Technology

Harman Kardon certified

Dolby Atmos® certified

Battery

75 Wh supports 49 mins fast-charge to 60% and ASUS USB-C® Easy Charge

AC adapter

AMD Ryzen 8040 series processors:

90 W adapter

Adapter Output: 5V~20V, 90 W

Adapter Input: 100~240 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz universal

Dimensions

13.93 x 9.72 x 0.55 ~0.63 inch

Weight

Approx. 3.31 lb

ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (S5406)

CPU

Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 185H processor with Intel® AI Boost NPU

Display

14" 16:10 WUXGA (1920 x 1200) ASUS Lumina OLED slim-bezel NanoEdge display with 87% screen-to-body ratio, up to 600 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, DisplayHDR™ True Black 600 certification, 60Hz refresh rate

Operating system

Windows 11 Home support Copilot app

Graphics

Intel® Arc™ Graphics

Main memory

16GB LPDDR5X 7467 MHz RAM with Memory Allocation Management

Storage

1 TB PCIe® Gen 4 SSD

Connectivity

WiFi 6E (802.11ax)

Up to Bluetooth® 5.3

Camera

FHD IR camera / ASUS AiSense camera with shutter. Windows Studio effects supports background blur, eye contact correction, automatic framing, and ASUS 3DNR

I/O ports

2 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C® supports 4K UHD external displays and up to 40 Gbps data transfers

2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A

1 x HDMI® 2.1 (TMDS)

1 x MicroSD card reader

1 x Audio jack

Keyboard

ASUS ErgoSense silent keyboard with dedicated Copilot key

Customizable single-zone RGB backlight with Windows Dynamic Lighting

Touchpad

Enlarged 5.08 x 3.31 inch ASUS ErgoSense touchpad

Audio

Built-in speakers

Smart amplifier technology

Built-in microphone with ASUS AI Noise-Canceling Technology

Harman Kardon certified

Dolby Atmos® certified

Battery

75 Wh supports 49 mins fast-charge to 60% and ASUS USB-C® Easy Charge

AC adapter

90 W adapter

Adapter Output: 5V~20V, 65 W

Adapter Input: 100~240 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz universal

Dimensions

12.22 x 8.74 x 0.55 ~0.63 inch

Weight

Approx. 2.87 lb

ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED (S5506)

CPU

Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 155H processor with Intel® AI Boost NPU

Display

15.6" 16:9 3K (2880x1620) ASUS Lumina OLED slim-bezel NanoEdge display, up to 600 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, DisplayHDR True Black 600 certification, 120 Hz refresh rate

Operating system

Windows 11 Home support Copilot app

Graphics

Intel® Arc™ Graphics

Main memory

16GB LPDDR5X 7467 MHz RAM with Memory Allocation Management

Storage

1 TB PCIe® Gen 4 SSD

Connectivity

WiFi 6E (802.11ax)

Up to Bluetooth® 5.3

Camera

FHD IR camera / ASUS AiSense camera with shutter. Windows Studio effects supports background blur, eye contact correction, automatic framing, and ASUS 3DNR

I/O ports

2 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C® supports 4K UHD external displays and up to 40 Gbps data transfers

2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A

1 x HDMI® 2.1 (TMDS)

1 x MicroSD card reader

1 x Audio jack

Keyboard

ASUS ErgoSense silent keyboard with dedicated Copilot key

Customizable single-zone RGB backlight with Windows Dynamic Lighting

Touchpad

Enlarged 5.91 x 3.90 inch ASUS ErgoSense touchpad

Audio

Built-in speakers

Smart amplifier technology

Built-in microphone with ASUS AI Noise-Canceling Technology

Harman Kardon certified

Dolby Atmos® certified

Battery

75 Wh supports 49 mins fast-charge to 60% and ASUS USB-C® Easy Charge

AC adapter

90 W adapter

Adapter Output: 5V~20V, 65 W

Adapter Input: 100~240 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz universal

Dimensions

13.93 x 9.72 x 0.55~0.63 inch

Weight

Approx. 3.31 lb



ASUS Vivobook S 16 OLED (S5606)

CPU

Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 185H processor with Intel® AI Boost NPU

Display

16" 16:10 3.2K (3200x2000) ASUS Lumina OLED slim-bezel NanoEdge display with 89% screen-to-body ratio, up to 600 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, DisplayHDR True Black 600 certification, 120Hz refresh rate

Operating system

Windows 11 Home support Copilot app

Graphics

Intel® Arc™ Graphics

Main memory

16GB LPDDR5X 7467 MHz RAM with Memory Allocation Management

Storage

1 TB PCIe® Gen 4 SSD

Connectivity

WiFi 6E (802.11ax)

Up to Bluetooth® 5.3

Camera

FHD IR camera / ASUS AiSense camera with shutter. Windows Studio effects supports background blur, eye contact correction, automatic framing, and ASUS 3DNR

I/O ports

2 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C® supports 4K UHD external displays and up to 40 Gbps data transfers

2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A

1 x HDMI® 2.1 (TMDS)

1 x MicroSD card reader

1 x Audio jack

Keyboard

ASUS ErgoSense silent keyboard with dedicated Copilot key

Customizable single-zone RGB backlight with Windows Dynamic Lighting

Touchpad

Enlarged 5.91 x 3.90 inch ASUS ErgoSense touchpad

Audio

Built-in speakers

Smart amplifier technology

Built-in microphone with ASUS AI Noise-Canceling Technology

Harman Kardon certified

Dolby Atmos® certified

Battery

75 Wh supports 49 mins fast-charge to 60% and ASUS USB-C® Easy Charge

AC adapter

90 W adapter

Adapter Output: 5V~20V, 65 W

Adapter Input: 100~240 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz universal

Dimensions

13.93 x 9.72 x 0.55~0.63 inch

Weight

Approx. 3.31 lb


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1 The figures are based on theoretical performance. Actual performance may vary in real-world situations.
2 Product weight may vary according to device configuration.
3 Product spec may vary according to device configuration.
4 Functionality may vary according to device configuration. For specific information on how Memory Allocation Management operates with your product configuration, please refer to http://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/105179/
5 Model M5406/M55006/M5606 RGB single-zone keyboard lighting can fully supports the Solid Color, Breathing, Rainbow effects of Windows Dynamic Lighting. Learn more at
6 Screen simulated, subject to change. Copilot in Windows (in preview) is rolling out gradually within the latest update to Windows 11 in selected global markets. Timing of availability varies by device and market. Copilot key feature availability varies by market. Learn more: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/copilot-ai-features?r=1#faq
7 I/O ports might vary according to specifications.
8 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.asus.com