The basic hardware proposition of dual OLED screens remains stunning.
But the software is likewise familiar and that’s not all good news.
This dual-screen laptop-megatablet offers some of the most impressive mobile hardware currently available.
Yes, there are compromises in terms of the pure hardware.
There are thermal limitations with this kind of design.
But Asus has clearly put in some serious engineering legwork to realize this remarkable machine.
Then there’s the software side of the equation.
You even get ready-made configurations for specific apps, be that content creation or media consumption.
A slick, fully polished touch experience this ultimately is not.
In the end, the reasons don’t matter, the result is at least occasional frustration.
If you’re willing to put up with some pain, there are rewards to be had.
This system can do things that a conventional laptop can’t dream of.
But in return you’ll have to accept aspects that feel clunky and unfinished to enjoy them.
It’s definitely a lot of mobile machine for the money.
The 2,099 price in the UK looks like conspicuously poor value by comparison.
That works out to $2,650, or thereabouts.
But there’s still around $500 that’s gone missing in the translation from US to UK pricing.
Further configurations should follow soon.
But, actually, it’s those dual OLED panels that really shine.
Along with the main chassis you also get a clip-in wireless keyboard.
Anyway, the basic form factor does come with some compromises.
You also get a full-sized HDMI port and a headphone jack.
Just expect some thermal throttling if you really lean on those CPU cores for long periods.
Don’t expect desktop-class gaming performance.
In hardware terms, those screens are stunning.
The problems come with the software and interface ergonomics.
You’re going to want to take that clip-on keyboard with you.
The upsides, of course, involve a wealth of ergonomic options no normal laptop can match.
Actually, the Zenbook Duo (2025) probably outperforms expectations.
For sure, conventional laptops can last longer.
But that’s still a very good result and makes for usable near-enough all day battery life.
Should I buy the Asus Zenbook Duo (2025)?
In the UK, not quite so much.
4 / 5
Design:
The quality of the design and engineering is this laptop’s main highlight.
It’s a gorgeous equipment with a pair of fantastic OLED panels.
5 / 5
Performance:
Cramming a high-performance CPU under an OLED screen isn’t ideal.
But the Asus Zenbook Duo (2025) makes a pretty good fist of it.
Battery:
OLED laptops don’t usually do all that well for battery life.
But it’s still an incredible dual-screen rig.
You like quality engineering
The Asus Zenbook Duo (2025) is beautifully put together and very nicely designed.
The clip-in keyboard is a delight, too.
But there are certainly much thinner and lighter laptops with similar performance available for less money.
But if that’s a high priority, there are laptops available for less that last longer.
Oh, and getting more serious work done including image editing.
I essay that having been a laptop geek for about 20 years and assessing them professionally for about 15.
