ASUS ZenBook Pro laptops made a strong statement at the brand's 2022 online launch event, where ASUS unveiled five new models spanning the ZenBook Pro and ZenBook S series — covering everything from compact 13.3-inch portables to powerhouse 17.3-inch desktop-replacements, all featuring OLED or high-refresh-rate displays and the latest Intel 12th Gen or AMD Ryzen 6000-series silicon.
ASUS ZenBook Pro Laptops: Full 2022 Line-Up Overview
The new portfolio ranges in screen size from 13 inches to 17.3 inches and draws on two platform options: 12th Generation Intel Core H-series processors and AMD Ryzen 6000 H-series processors. Every model in the range benefits from NVIDIA's Studio ecosystem validation, OLED-class displays with Pantone Validated colour accuracy, and ASUS's signature diamond-cut edge highlights alongside the refreshed ASUS monogram 'A' lid logo. Here is a closer look at each of the five new laptops.
ZenBook Pro 16X OLED: Flagship Powerhouse
The ZenBook Pro 16X OLED is the flagship of the 2022 range. Despite packing serious horsepower, it is constructed from aerospace-grade 6000-series aluminium alloy, measures just 16.9 mm thin, and weighs 2.4 kg. Powering it are a 12th Generation Intel Core i9-12900H processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 laptop GPU — a combination that earns it NVIDIA Studio validation status.
Cooling is handled by the new ASUS IceCool Pro system, which pairs two IceBlade fans (each with 97 three-dimensionally curved blades) with a vapour chamber and 5 mm heat pipe. Hot air exits through the AAS Ultra mechanism, which also delivers a 14.5 mm lift that tilts the keyboard by 7 degrees for a more ergonomic typing angle. The 96 Wh battery delivers up to 10 hours of runtime.
The display is a 16-inch 4K OLED HDR touchscreen running at 60 Hz with a peak brightness of 550 nits. It carries Dolby Vision certification, 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut coverage, Pantone Validation, and VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 certification.
ZenBook Pro 16X OLED Key Specs
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Display | 16-inch 4K OLED HDR 60 Hz touchscreen, 550 nits |
| Processor | Intel Core i9-12900H (12th Gen) |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 laptop GPU |
| Battery | 96 Wh, up to 10 hours |
| Thickness | 16.9 mm |
| Weight | 2.4 kg |
ZenBook Pro 14 Duo OLED: World-First Dual-Screen Creator Laptop
ASUS claims the ZenBook Pro 14 Duo OLED is the world's first 14.5-inch, 2.8K 120 Hz OLED laptop. Its standout feature is the next-generation 12.7-inch ScreenPad Plus secondary touchscreen, which uses the AAS Ultra auto-tilting design to angle itself toward the user for comfortable multi-tasking. The laptop carries Intel Evo certification and is driven by a 12th Generation Intel Core i9-12900H processor paired with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti laptop GPU, cooled by ASUS IceCool Plus technology.
The primary panel is a 2.8K OLED HDR 16:10 Dolby Vision touchscreen with a 120 Hz refresh rate, 500-nit peak brightness, Pantone Validated colour, 100% DCI-P3, and TÜV Rheinland eye-protection certification. ASUS has also refreshed the existing 15.6-inch ZenBook Pro 15 Duo OLED (UX582) for 2022, upgrading it to the Intel Core i9-12900H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 laptop GPU.
ZenBook Pro 15 Flip OLED and ZenBook Pro 17: More Options for Creators
The ZenBook Pro series is rounded out by two more models. The Intel Evo-certified ZenBook Pro 15 Flip OLED (UP6502) is a convertible 2-in-1 laptop with a 15.6-inch 2.8K 120 Hz OLED touchscreen and 12th Generation Intel Core i7 processors. Unusually, it pairs these with the all-new Intel Arc A370M discrete graphics. A Harman Kardon-certified quad-speaker Dolby Atmos audio system rounds out the multimedia credentials.
The ZenBook Pro 17 (UM6702) brings the ZenBook Pro line to 17.3 inches for the first time. It sports a 17.3-inch 2.5K IPS NanoEdge Dolby Vision touchscreen with a 165 Hz refresh rate, an AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX processor, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 GPU — making it a strong pick for creators who need maximum screen real estate.
ZenBook S Series: Ultra-Portable 13.3-Inch Models
The ASUS ZenBook S series focuses on portability with two new 13.3-inch models. The ZenBook S 13 Flip OLED is a 360-degree convertible that weighs just 1.1 kg and measures only 14.9 mm thin, yet packs an Intel Core i7 processor up to the 12th Generation. The ZenBook S 13 OLED features a 360-degree ErgoLift hinge. Both models are designed for professionals and students who need a full-featured laptop that can easily slip into a bag.
Quick Comparison: All Five 2022 ZenBook Models
| Model | Display | Processor | GPU |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZenBook Pro 16X OLED | 16-inch 4K OLED 60 Hz | Intel Core i9-12900H | RTX 3060 |
| ZenBook Pro 14 Duo OLED | 14.5-inch 2.8K OLED 120 Hz | Intel Core i9-12900H | RTX 3050 Ti |
| ZenBook Pro 15 Duo OLED (UX582) | 15.6-inch OLED | Intel Core i9-12900H | RTX 3060 |
| ZenBook Pro 15 Flip OLED (UP6502) | 15.6-inch 2.8K OLED 120 Hz | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) | Intel Arc A370M |
| ZenBook Pro 17 (UM6702) | 17.3-inch 2.5K IPS 165 Hz | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX | RTX 3050 |
Shared Features Across the 2022 ZenBook Range
Despite covering different form factors and price tiers, all five new models share several common traits that define the 2022 ZenBook generation:
- Stepped diamond-cut edge highlights and new ASUS monogram 'A' lid logo
- NVIDIA Studio ecosystem validation (on RTX-equipped models)
- OLED or high-refresh-rate displays with Pantone Validated colour accuracy
- 12th Generation Intel Core H-series or AMD Ryzen 6000 H-series processors
- Advanced cooling — IceCool Pro or IceCool Plus — with the AAS Ultra lift mechanism
Together, these five laptops give creators, professionals, and power users a broad range of ASUS ZenBook Pro laptops to choose from depending on their workflow, budget, and preferred screen size.
