Ever since 2026 began, Asus has been launching one device after another in India. The brand recently launched the Zenbook S16, a slim and powerful workhorse for busy professionals. And now, it has something for users who want even more power in an even more portable form factor. Meet the ExpertBook Ultra which comes with an Intel Core Ultra 3 series processor, 62 GB RAM, WiFi 7 and more. And the best part? The laptop weighs less than 1 kg. Read on.
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The ExpertBook Ultra starts at Rs 1,49,990 in India and this means that it belongs in the premium business laptop segment. Pre-orders for the device begin today, while the official sale is set to kick off from April 29, 2026. You will be able to pick it up via platforms like Flipkart as well as authorised retail stores.
The laptop will be available in two colour options- Morn Grey and Jet Fog, both of which lean into a clean, professional aesthetic.
The ExpertBook Ultra seems built for users who want serious performance without carrying a bulky machine. It is powered by Intel’s Core Ultra Series 3 processor, which brings a mix of CPU, GPU, and NPU into a single platform.
Moreover, this is a Copilot+ PC and comes with a dedicated key, making it easier to access AI features. Asus also says the system can deliver up to 180 TOPS of AI performance, which should be enough for most on-device AI tasks that professionals might rely on.
In terms of memory, the laptop can be configured with up to 64GB of LPDDR5x RAM, along with support for WiFi 7. It also packs Intel Arc graphics and supports up to 50W TDP, which should translate to solid real-world performance across productivity and creative workloads.
Despite all that power, portability remains a big focus here. The laptop weighs under 1kg and is just 10.9mm thick, making it easy to carry around for long workdays or frequent travel. Asus has also focused heavily on durability. The chassis uses a PEO coating along with Nano Ceramic technology, which the company claims improves overall toughness and resistance to wear.
The device is MIL-STD 810H certified, meaning it has been tested across multiple stress conditions like temperature changes, vibration, and altitude. Even the hinges and outer shell are designed to handle long-term use, which should matter to business users who rely on their devices daily.
On the display side, you get a 3K Tandem OLED panel with up to 1400 nits HDR brightness. The screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus and also features an anti-reflective layer, which should help when working in bright environments.
Talking about battery, the laptop packs a 70W battery that Asus claims can deliver up to 19 hours of usage on a single charge. It also supports fast charging, giving you a quick top-up when needed.
And finally in terms of connectivity, the laptop includes two Thunderbolt ports, two USB-A ports, an HDMI port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack with DAC support.
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