Dual-Core 5th-Gen Broadwell Intel Core Performance

The ZenBook houses a 5th-gen Broadwell Intel Core i7-5200U processor. Its dual cores can reach a stock speed of 2.2 GHz. The processor can also be overclocked up to 3.0 GHz, thanks to Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 technology. The fifth generation processor uses low voltage, which improves battery life. With a dedicated L3 cache, 8GB of DDR3L RAM, and Intel Hyper-Threading technology, you'll be able to multitask between applications quickly and efficiently.

13.3" QHD+ IPS Glossy Touchscreen

The 13.3" Full HD widescreen display of the ZenBook supports capacitive touch capabilities. With the Windows 8.1 operating system, you'll be able to take full advantage of the 3200 x 1800 native resolution by tapping on tiles, pinching to zoom, and dragging icons using just your fingers. The visuals are handled by a dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GT 940M graphics card with 2GB of discrete memory. The glossy finish provides vibrant color.

Solid State Drive

Get quicker boot times, faster application launches, and overall enhanced performance with the 1TB+24GB solid state drive in the ZenBook. And of course, since solid state drive technology does not use moving parts, you get a more durable storage solution less prone to physical damage or mechanical failure.

Intel Dual-Band 802.11ac Wi-Fi

Featuring Intel dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi, the ZenBook delivers high performance, broader coverage, and longer battery life. The ZenBook also comes with Bluetooth 4.0 technology so you'll be able to connect wirelessly to Bluetooth-compatible peripherals and accessories.

Bang & Olufsen ICEpower Audio with Sonic Master Technology

The Zenbook features Bang & Olufsen ICEpower audio. It also features ASUS Sonic Master technology, which revamps the audio quality with sound balance and noise reduction. You'll also be able to use volume and dynamic range to minimize distortion and boost sound performance. The resonance chamber design and materials of the built-in Bang & Olufsen ICEpower speakers coupled with ASUS SonicMaster technology provide you with an immersive listening experience.

Windows 8.1

The Return of the Start Button

After many requests from Windows users, the Start button makes its return in Windows 8.1. While it may not be exactly the same as its predecessor in Windows 7, the Start button has two core functions. A left click on the Start button will take you to the Windows 8.1 Start screen featuring live tiles. A right click on the Start button brings up an advanced menu where you can access the Device Manager, Control Panel, Network Options, and more.

Boot Directly to the Desktop

Windows 8.1 gives you the choice of booting to the Windows 8.1 Start screen with live tiles or booting to the familiar desktop screen of Windows 7. Users can also boot directly into an app or app view if they choose to.

Seamless Integration of Multi-Touch Gestures

Windows 8.1 supports multi-touch gestures. Now, you can use your keyboard, mouse or the touchpad using simple gestures. Whether you're browsing apps, reading a book or typing on the go with touch, you'll be able to seamlessly switch between all three interactive components. With the touchpad, Windows 8.1 allows you to use multi-touch gestures, such as swipe, drag, tap, slide, pinch-to-zoom, and more.

To the Cloud

With Windows 8.1, when signed in using your Microsoft account, you'll have instant access to your personal Start screen, themes, language preferences, browsing history, and browser favorites. You can also connect to services such as Microsoft Outlook, Facebook, Linkedin, Twitter, and more.

Windows Store

In the Windows Store, you can search for or browse thousands of apps. Choose from the featured apps or grab one of the most frequently downloaded apps to see what all the hype is all about. You can also see how other people rate apps. For certain apps, you can try it out before you purchase it.