ASUS Launches ExpertBook Ultra AI Business Laptop in Singapore
Source: futr.sg
ASUS has unveiled the ExpertBook Ultra in Singapore, positioning it as the company's flagship AI-ready business laptop designed for professionals who need extreme portability without compromising on processing power or security.
ASUS has unveiled the ExpertBook Ultra in Singapore, positioning it as the company's flagship AI-ready business laptop designed for professionals who need extreme portability without compromising on processing power or security. Launched at the Next Enterprise Summit 2026, the 14-inch machine weighs as little as 0.99kg and measures just 10.9mm thick, making it one of the lightest enterprise-grade laptops on the market while packing Intel's latest Core Ultra X9 processor with dedicated NPU for on-device AI workloads.
The launch arrives as Singapore-based enterprises accelerate their AI adoption, creating demand for hardware that can support local AI processing without relying entirely on cloud infrastructure. The ExpertBook Ultra's heterogeneous architecture — combining CPU, GPU, and NPU resources — allows it to handle AI-assisted workflows directly on the device, from real-time transcription and translation (via the MyExpert AI suite) to running smaller language models locally. Its ExpertCool Pro cooling system sustains a 50W CPU TDP, unusually high for an ultra-light chassis, ensuring sustained performance during intensive AI tasks.
Business buyers will also find a comprehensive security package: compliance with NIST SP 800-193 firmware resiliency standards, a self-healing BIOS via the ExpertGuardian platform, TPM 2.0, Microsoft Pluton, chassis intrusion detection, and Secured-core PC compliance. The laptop also features a spill-resistant keyboard, a physical webcam shield, and a 70Wh battery rated for up to 26 hours of video playback with 50% charge in 30 minutes. On the display front, ASUS opted for a 3K Tandem OLED touchscreen running at up to 120Hz with 1,400 nits peak HDR brightness and an anti-glare finish rated at just 19 gloss units.
Why it matters for Singapore: The ExpertBook Ultra's launch in Singapore underscores how hardware vendors are responding to the city-state's accelerating enterprise AI adoption. With Singapore positioning itself as a regional hub for AI deployment across finance, logistics, and professional services, the availability of lightweight, secure, AI-capable business hardware matters for on-the-ground productivity. The device's emphasis on both AI readiness and enterprise-grade security reflects a market reality that Singapore businesses know well: AI adoption cannot come at the cost of data protection, especially in regulated sectors.