ASUS Zenbook Duo 2026 Gets Major Dual-Screen Overhaul

• Key Takeaways:
• ASUS unveiled a fully redesigned Zenbook Duo at CES 2026 with a new "hideaway" hinge and much narrower bezel gap (8.28 mm) between two 3K 144Hz Lumina Pro OLEDs.
• The second‑gen Duo packs a larger 99Whr battery in a chassis that's 5% smaller, while keeping weight around 3.6 lbs and thickness between 0.77–0.9 in.
• Configurations include Intel Core Ultra 7 355 or Ultra 9 386H CPUs, up to 32GB RAM, 2TB storage, a 45W TDP and Intel’s integrated Arc GPU.
• Modern I/O: Wi‑Fi 7, two USB‑C with Thunderbolt 4, USB‑A 3.2 Gen 2, full‑size HDMI 2.1 and stylus support via ASUS Pen 3.0.

Design and display improvements

ASUS applied its Ceraluminum finish to the 2026 Zenbook Duo’s lid, bottom and kickstand for a more durable, scratch‑resistant fit. A refined magnetic latch and improved Bluetooth pairing keep the detachable keyboard more secure and charged.

Hideaway hinge and screen gap

The standout change is the new "hideaway" hinge that lets the machine fold flatter on a desk and cuts the gap between the two displays to just 8.28 mm — a roughly 70% reduction from the previous model. That much narrower seam makes using two 3K 144Hz Lumina Pro OLED panels feel far closer to a single continuous workspace.

Battery, size and portability

Despite a much larger 99Whr battery (up from 75Whr), ASUS reduced the Zenbook Duo’s footprint by about 5%. The laptop remains around 3.6 pounds and measures 0.77–0.9 inches thick depending on the point measured, preserving portability without sacrificing runtime.

Performance and components

The Duo will ship with Intel Core Ultra options — the Ultra 7 355 or Ultra 9 386H — paired with up to 32GB of RAM and up to 2TB of storage. ASUS increased sustained power delivery to a 45W TDP, and the latest integrated Intel Arc graphics promise noticeably better onboard GPU performance than before.

Connectivity and creative features

Connectivity is comprehensive: Wi‑Fi 7, dual USB‑C ports with Thunderbolt 4, one USB‑A 3.2 Gen 2 and a full‑size HDMI 2.1 port. The detachable keyboard is easier to attach and keep paired, and both screens support stylus input via the ASUS Pen 3.0 — enabling tablet‑style drawing or note taking when the keyboard is removed.

Who this is for

The redesigned Duo targets mobile creatives and power users who miss a multi‑monitor setup when traveling. The tighter screen seam, larger battery and higher sustained TDP make it especially appealing for on‑the‑go editing, illustration and multitasking.

Availability and pricing

ASUS has not revealed pricing or a concrete ship date; the company says the Zenbook Duo will arrive later in the year. That leaves one open question: will the richer feature set carry a premium price tag?

Bottom line

The 2026 Zenbook Duo is a major refinement of ASUS’s dual‑screen concept: sleeker, more powerful and more practical. If ASUS can price it competitively, this model could be the most convincing dual‑screen laptop yet.