Overview
The Asus ExpertBook Ultra 2026 is positioned as a premium business laptop that couples a lightweight magnesium‑alloy chassis with an AI‑enhanced Intel Core Ultra 7 processor. It targets executives who need top‑tier performance for productivity and creative tasks.
Design & Build
The 14‑inch model arrives in a Jet Fog off‑white matte finish. The chassis is machined from ultra‑tough magnesium alloy with a ceramic coating, giving it MIL‑STD‑810H durability while keeping the weight under 1 kg (0.99 kg without adapter). The laptop measures 310 × 212 × 11‑16 mm, fitting easily into standard backpacks.
Display
A 14‑inch 3K OLED panel (16:10) offers 100 % DCI‑P3 colour, up to 1400 nits HDR brightness and a variable refresh rate of 30‑120 Hz. Pantone validation and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus provide colour accuracy and glare‑free viewing. The screen is also fully touch‑enabled.
Performance
Powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (16‑core/22‑thread, 4.8 GHz) and Intel Arc B390M integrated graphics, the ExpertBook delivers desktop‑class speeds. Benchmark scores include Geekbench Multi 14,644, Cinebench Multi 14,212 and 3DMark Time Spy Overall 5,485, placing it among the fastest thin‑and‑light laptops.
Connectivity & Ports
Both sides of the device feature a balanced port selection:
- 2 × Thunderbolt 4 (USB‑C, power, display)
- 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type‑A
- HDMI 2.1 (TMDS)
- 3.5 mm audio combo jack
- Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
Battery Life
The 70 Wh 4‑cell lithium‑ion battery charges to 50 % in about 30 minutes with the included 90 W USB‑C charger. In real‑world testing it comfortably lasts a full workday, aided by the OLED panel’s 40 % lower power draw.
Software & AI Features
Windows 11 Pro comes pre‑installed with Copilot‑ready AI extensions. Asus’ MyExpert suite adds a chatbot, knowledge hub and advanced file‑search tools, leveraging the on‑board NPU for local AI acceleration.
Verdict
The ExpertBook Ultra 2026 combines a premium build, AI‑enhanced CPU performance and a stunning OLED display in a sub‑kilogram package. While it lacks a discrete GPU and upgradeability, its price‑to‑performance ratio makes it a compelling choice for business professionals who also dabble in creative work.