Asus has unveiled the 2026 refresh of its Vivobook Pro 14 and Vivobook Pro 16 Intel Edition laptops in China, updating the lineup with Intel’s latest Panther Lake based Core Ultra processors and enhanced on device artificial intelligence capabilities. The refreshed models are positioned toward users who require strong performance for creative work, productivity tasks, and AI assisted workflows, while maintaining a relatively lightweight and portable design. With improved processing power, upgraded integrated graphics, and OLED displays, the new Vivobook Pro series continues Asus’s focus on blending performance with premium visual and AI driven experiences.
At the top of the range, the Vivobook Pro 16 is powered by the third generation Intel Core Ultra X7 358H processor, manufactured using Intel’s 18A process technology. The chip features a 16 core configuration that includes four ultra performance cores and supports boost clock speeds of up to 4.8GHz. Graphics are handled by Intel Arc B390 integrated GPU based on the Xe3 architecture, which supports modern technologies such as XeSS 3 frame generation along with advanced video codecs including AV1 and H.266. The Vivobook Pro 14 also benefits from the Panther Lake platform, though it is positioned slightly below the Pro 16 in terms of maximum performance output. Both laptops integrate Intel AI Boost NPU, delivering up to 50 TOPS of dedicated NPU performance and as much as 180 TOPS of combined AI compute across CPU, GPU, and NPU. Asus has complemented this hardware with its own built in AI assistant, enabling offline voice control, local image generation, and document summarization without relying entirely on cloud based services.
In terms of memory and storage, Asus has standardized a high end configuration across both models. The Vivobook Pro 14 and Vivobook Pro 16 ship with 32GB of LPDDR5X memory and a 1TB PCIe 4.0 solid state drive. Users who require additional capacity can take advantage of dual M.2 2280 slots, supporting storage expansion up to 4TB. To manage sustained workloads, Asus employs its IceCool Pro thermal solution across the lineup. The cooling system uses dual fans and heat pipes designed to maintain stable performance during extended periods of heavy use. The Vivobook Pro 16 supports up to 85W total performance output, while the smaller Pro 14 is rated for up to 65W, reflecting its more compact thermal envelope.
Display quality remains a key selling point of the Vivobook Pro series. The Vivobook Pro 16 features a 16 inch 2.5K OLED display with a 165Hz refresh rate, peak brightness of up to 1100 nits, and full 100 percent DCI P3 color coverage. Asus factory calibrates the panel to achieve Delta E less than 1 color accuracy, making it suitable for professional content creation. The display also includes a black and white e book mode designed to reduce eye strain during extended reading sessions. The Vivobook Pro 14 is equipped with a 14 inch 2.8K OLED panel offering a 120Hz refresh rate and similar color and brightness characteristics, providing a consistent visual experience across both sizes.
Battery life and portability have also been prioritized. Both laptops are equipped with an 80Wh battery. Asus rates the Vivobook Pro 14 for up to 33 hours of local video playback, while the larger Pro 16 is rated for up to 20 hours. USB C fast charging support allows either device to reach 50 percent charge in around 30 minutes. In terms of design, the Vivobook Pro 14 weighs approximately 1.39kg, while the Pro 16 weighs about 1.69kg and measures 17.9mm thick. The Pro 16 features a metal chassis, and both models offer a comprehensive selection of ports, including Thunderbolt 4, full function USB C, USB A ports, HDMI 2.1, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
Pricing for the new Vivobook Pro lineup in China starts at $1,006 for the Vivobook Pro 14 with a Core i7 7 series processor, 32GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage. The Vivobook Pro 16 begins at $1,050 with a similar configuration, while the higher end variant featuring the Core Ultra X7 processor is priced at $1,150. The launch highlights Asus’s continued push into AI capable laptops designed for creators and power users, as Intel’s Panther Lake platform begins to roll out across premium consumer devices.
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