Computex 2025 showcased a dazzling array of laptops, offering a glimpse into the future of notebooks. Key players like HP, Asus, and others presented their latest innovations, highlighting advancements in AI integration, battery life, display technology, and overall performance.
HP made a significant impact with its OmniBook 5 series, particularly touting the OmniBook 5 16 as potentially having "the world's longest battery life in a consumer AI PC notebook". HP claims an impressive 34 hours on a single charge. Qualcomm even ran a live battery life test at Computex to showcase the capabilities of the Snapdragon X Elite ARM processor powering the OmniBook 5 series.
Asus also presented a strong lineup, with the ROG Zephyrus G16 standing out in the gaming category. This stylish machine, weighing 1.85kg, features up to an Nvidia RTX 5070 laptop GPU and an AMD Ryzen AI7 350 processor. Its 16-inch OLED screen boasts G-Sync technology, a 2.5K resolution, and a 240Hz refresh rate. Asus also highlighted its commitment to AI solutions designed to enhance user experiences across various sectors. The ASUS ExpertBook B1 series, featuring up to an Intel Core i7-1355U processor, is designed for the rigors of the modern business world, with robust data security and privacy protection.
Beyond HP and Asus, other notable laptops at Computex 2025 included the Acer Swift Edge 14 AI. This laptop features a 14-inch OLED touchscreen with a 3K resolution and cutting-edge Wi-Fi 7 connectivity and Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports. It can be configured with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 Series 2 processor, designed for on-device AI tasks. A key highlight of the Swift Edge 14 AI is its remarkably light weight. MSI also presented compelling options, such as the Prestige 13 AI+ Ukiyo-e Edition and the Titan 18 HX AI.
The advancements in display technology were also prominent at Computex. OLED and mini-LED displays are becoming increasingly common, offering vibrant colors and improved contrast. High refresh rates, such as 240Hz, are now standard for gaming laptops, ensuring smooth and responsive gameplay. Asus showcased a range of monitor options, including the ROG Strix Ace XG248QSG with an overclocked refresh rate of 610Hz and the ROG Strix OLED XG32 series with different coating options (glossy, semi-gloss, and matte).
AI integration was a recurring theme throughout Computex 2025. Many of the latest laptops are equipped with processors designed to handle on-device AI tasks, promising enhanced performance and efficiency.
Overall, Computex 2025 demonstrated the continuous evolution of laptops, with manufacturers pushing the boundaries of performance, battery life, display technology, and AI integration. These innovations promise to shape the future of notebooks, offering users more powerful, efficient, and versatile devices.
