Asus · From $1,699.99
Release date Apr 7, 2026
Critical Gold
Based on 12 Critic Reviews
11 with a published score, 1 scored from text · How it works
Latest review Jul 20, 2026
Critics praise the Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme performance, the 3K OLED screen and the 2.65 lb weight for a 16-inch laptop. Opinions split on battery life and build: some reviewers report long endurance, while Tom's Hardware found about 10.5 hours and a flexing chassis. The $1,699.99 price, raised from an initial $1,599.99, and Windows on Arm compatibility are the other recurring caveats.
“ASUS is having incredible success with its Snapdragon X-based Zenbook range, and the A16 is a stellar example of how Windows laptops can answer to Apple's MacBook Air without resorting to ridiculous pricing.”
“I'd wholeheartedly recommend the ASUS Zenbook A16 (2026) laptop to anyone who wants a lightweight laptop that doesn't sacrifice power for portability.”
“This is a fantastic laptop, suited to productivity and light gaming, with battery life for several workdays.”
“It's expensive, but it earns every penny.”
“The Asus Zenbook A16 (2026) is one of the most complete ultrabooks you can purchase, with fantastic performance from its Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme processor, a dazzling 16-inch OLED screen and fantastic endurance.”
“The new Zenbook A16 is a very interesting 16-inch laptop and has the potential to shake up the x86 competition.”
“It is one of those laptops that feels nicer the longer you live with it, and that may be its best quality.”
“Compatibility issues aside, the ZenBook A16 delivers just about everything I want in an ultraportable.”
“This Asus Zenbook A16 checks many of the right boxes when it comes to a versatile all-purpose portable notebook.”
“The Asus Zenbook A16 houses a speedy Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme, but has a cheap-feeling chassis for its price, and it doesn't last long enough on a charge.”
“A solid productivity laptop, with top-notch office performance, an outstanding multimedia experience, and excellent battery life.”
“The Asus Zenbook A14 and A16 are strong ultraportables with nice designs, stellar ergonomics and tasty OLED panels.”
Joint review of the Zenbook A14 and A16 with a single score of 3.5/5; the score covers both models.
“A solid productivity laptop, with top-notch office performance, an outstanding multimedia experience, and excellent battery life.”
“It is one of those laptops that feels nicer the longer you live with it, and that may be its best quality.”
“I'd wholeheartedly recommend the ASUS Zenbook A16 (2026) laptop to anyone who wants a lightweight laptop that doesn't sacrifice power for portability.”
“This is a fantastic laptop, suited to productivity and light gaming, with battery life for several workdays.”
“It's expensive, but it earns every penny.”
“The new Zenbook A16 is a very interesting 16-inch laptop and has the potential to shake up the x86 competition.”
“ASUS is having incredible success with its Snapdragon X-based Zenbook range, and the A16 is a stellar example of how Windows laptops can answer to Apple's MacBook Air without resorting to ridiculous pricing.”
“The Asus Zenbook A16 (2026) is one of the most complete ultrabooks you can purchase, with fantastic performance from its Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme processor, a dazzling 16-inch OLED screen and fantastic endurance.”
“Compatibility issues aside, the ZenBook A16 delivers just about everything I want in an ultraportable.”
“This Asus Zenbook A16 checks many of the right boxes when it comes to a versatile all-purpose portable notebook.”
“The Asus Zenbook A16 houses a speedy Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme, but has a cheap-feeling chassis for its price, and it doesn't last long enough on a charge.”
“The Asus Zenbook A14 and A16 are strong ultraportables with nice designs, stellar ergonomics and tasty OLED panels.”
Joint review of the Zenbook A14 and A16 with a single score of 3.5/5; the score covers both models.