For a 16-inch laptop, the ASUS Zenbook S 16 is as thin and as light as they come. And also, with the Strix Point chip under the hood, it hides very formidable performance in its unassumingly slim design.

An all-day battery and slick chassis design from ASUS are more appealing than AMD's Strix Point processor boasting AI metrics.

With this Zenbook S16, Asus repeats after a near-perfect Zenbook S14 under Lunar Lake. This is the best 16-inch laptop we've tested in terms of mobility, finish and battery life.

...I'd definitely recommend buying this Asus ZenBook S16. The screen is really beautiful, the slim form factor is really pleasant and offers excellent portability. Add to that a good battery life and, of course, good connectivity, and you have the perfect cocktail for a quality PC. It's top-of-the-range, and you'll have to pay the price, but you won't be losing out on a MacBook.

With the Zenbook S16, Asus has produced one of its best ultra-portables, and a must-have in the 16-inch segment. Technically impeccable, it stands out for its beautifully finished chassis and top-notch ergonomics. A real little gem that's a pleasure to use. Ideal for creative people looking for a mobiles product.

To sum up, this Zenbook S 16 is a real little marvel. With its fabulous screen, impeccable build quality and a CPU that strikes a formidable balance between raw performance and energy consumption, it's arrived at just the right time... You really have to be picky to find the slightest fault with it; personally, it's a real ‘coup de coeur’ that has everything it takes to earn a well-deserved place among the best laptops of the year.