ASUS ExpertBook Air launched at around $948 with 14-inch 2.8K OLED display

ASUS has released the ExpertBook Air in China, targeting users who need a lightweight convertible laptop without sacrificing screen quality. This launch matters because it combines a high-resolution OLED panel with a sub-1.3kg weight, addressing the common trade-off between portability and visual fidelity in business notebooks. Buyers looking for a thin, daily-driver device now have a new option that prioritizes display clarity and battery endurance.

ASUS ExpertBook Air launched in China with 14-inch 2.8K OLED display

The device, also known as the ExpertBook B1 Flip B1502CVA, features a 14-inch 2.8K OLED display with a 120Hz variable refresh rate. It reaches 500 nits of brightness and covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut, making it suitable for content consumption and light creative work. The laptop runs on an Intel Core Ultra 5 125H processor, which the source refers to as the Core 7 350, and includes 16GB of LPDDR5X memory.

Specifications

• Processor: Intel Core Ultra 5 125H (referred to as Core 7 350 in source)
• Display: 14-inch 2.8K OLED, 120Hz, 500nit, 100% DCI-P3
• Memory: 16GB LPDDR5X
• Storage: Up to 512GB PCIe 4.0 SSD
• Battery: 65Wh

ASUS built the chassis to be both thin and light, measuring 10.4mm in thickness and weighing approximately 1.28kg. The system includes a 65Wh battery and a storage configuration of up to 512GB PCIe 4.0 SSD. Connectivity options include two USB 3.2 Type-C ports, one USB 3.2 Type-A port, an HDMI 2.1 port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

The laptop claims up to 26 hours of battery life and operates at less than 25dB in silent mode. ASUS lists the standard price at 7,499 CNY (around $1,115), which converts to around $1,115. A subsidized price of 6,374.15 CNY (around $948) is available for buyers in China who qualify for national subsidies.

The ExpertBook Air launched in China on September 27, 2024. It is currently available at the listed prices, with the subsidized rate applying to eligible customers.