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Asus ZenBook A16: 16" 3K 120Hz OLED Touch, Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme X2E-96-100, 48GB LPDDR5X, 1TB Gen4 SSD, Win11H @ $1700 + F/S $1599.99

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Back down to the original launch price.

I've been using this as my main work laptop since April. No issues with any software so far including more niche stuff like Tableau Desktop, Checkpoint VPN, Insta360 Studio. Only incompatibility has been the PCI-E pass-through 2.5Gbe Ethernet driver on my HP G4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock because HP doesn't have a driver for this platform.

Very fast, super quiet, huge RAM etc. etc. that you can see reviews for. This model has on-die RAM (SiP memory) like Apple M chips; lower X2 SKUs are not on-die

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Back down to the original launch price.

I've been using this as my main work laptop since April. No issues with any software so far including more niche stuff like Tableau Desktop, Checkpoint VPN, Insta360 Studio. Only incompatibility has been the PCI-E pass-through 2.5Gbe Ethernet driver on my HP G4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock because HP doesn't have a driver for this platform.

Very fast, super quiet, huge RAM etc. etc. that you can see reviews for. This model has on-die RAM (SiP memory) like Apple M chips; lower X2 SKUs are not on-die

https://www.bestbuy.com/product/a...JJGHGSCXZV

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This ZenBook A16 stands out as a very fast, very light 16 inch OLED laptop with 48GB of LPDDR5X memory and a 1TB SSD. The Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme gets praised for strong benchmark performance, quiet operation, and much better app compatibility than earlier ARM laptops. The 3K 120Hz touch screen and generous port selection add to the appeal. Main cautions are ARM compatibility for some software and printers, weaker battery life around 10 hours on a good day, and a poor trackpad. A solid value if those tradeoffs fit your setup.

  • Power users running heavy multitasking, because the 48GB RAM and very fast CPU make it feel like a powerhouse.

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  • Buyers comparing against pricier premium laptops, because its performance and features land well below many $2K-plus alternatives.

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  • Traveling professionals who want a large-screen laptop, because it is very light despite the 16-inch OLED display.

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  • People who want a quiet premium laptop for media and work, because it runs dead silent with a sharp 3K 120Hz OLED screen.

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  • People who need dependable Windows app and printer compatibility, because ARM compatibility can still be a risk and printer drivers may remain problematic.

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  • Gamers or all-day unplugged workers, because battery life can be only about 10 hours on a good day.

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  • People who rely on a precise trackpad for long sessions, because the trackpad is described as poor for such an expensive laptop.

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Jun 1, 2026 3:35 PM
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Hat-TrickJun 1, 2026 3:35 PM
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Probably one of the best deals in a laptop given the 48GB RAM and the Snapdragon Elite X2 seems to be killing it in reviews. From what I've read, this is one of the faster laptops you can buy and at $1600 (while everyone else is well north of $2K or $3K) it's a great deal!

I've been eyeing open box to see if the price goes down further but now @ $1599 for a brand new one, I might just have to try it out!
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Jun 1, 2026 4:50 PM
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Quote from Hat-Trick View quoted comment :
Probably one of the best deals in a laptop given the 48GB RAM and the Snapdragon Elite X2 seems to be killing it in reviews. From what I've read, this is one of the faster laptops you can buy and at $1600 (while everyone else is well north of $2K or $3K) it's a great deal!

I've been eyeing open box to see if the price goes down further but now @ $1599 for a brand new one, I might just have to try it out!
Generally against plans but the Best Buy $30 plan may be worth the 60 day extended return period
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Jun 1, 2026 4:53 PM
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Quote from Hat-Trick View quoted comment :
Probably one of the best deals in a laptop given the 48GB RAM and the Snapdragon Elite X2 seems to be killing it in reviews. From what I've read, this is one of the faster laptops you can buy and at $1600 (while everyone else is well north of $2K or $3K) it's a great deal!

I've been eyeing open box to see if the price goes down further but now @ $1599 for a brand new one, I might just have to try it out!
Someone just posted the ASUS S16 with Ryzen 465 and 32GB for $1,550. Heavier and worse "benchmark" performance. Definitely the ARM / compatibility question is something you gotta weigh especially if its your only device, but if it works it is really good IMHO
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Quote from racker15 View quoted comment :
Someone just posted the ASUS S16 with Ryzen 465 and 32GB for $1,550. Heavier and worse "benchmark" performance. Definitely the ARM / compatibility question is something you gotta weigh especially if its your only device, but if it works it is really good IMHO
From the reviews I've read, the Elite X2 series has stepped up compatibility over the original series CPU. Printer drivers might still be an issue for some printers, but applications are supposed to be MUCH better.
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Quote from racker15 View quoted comment :
Generally against plans but the Best Buy $30 plan may be worth the 60 day extended return period
I'm a full-fledged Total member so I already enjoy that perk plus 2-year warranty (although with ASUS, 2nd year has a deductible).
Jun 1, 2026 9:22 PM
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ChayjoemayJun 1, 2026 9:22 PM
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Thanks OP! Successfully got a $100 price match with the click of a button on my order page.
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KaatuPaadiJun 1, 2026 11:53 PM
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tech dumb people buying without realizing this is a ARM processor..
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I have this exact model. It launched at $1600.
It's X2E-94-100 not X2E-96. That's about 300 MHz slower.
The battery life is somewhat weak. Maybe 10 hours on a good day.
Trackpad is garbage for such an expensive laptop.

Very fast CPU. Nice screen. Very light.
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Jun 3, 2026 9:42 PM
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kyolee2006Jun 3, 2026 9:42 PM
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finding people spending 1000+ on a snapdragon pc is so delightful...
Jun 3, 2026 10:01 PM
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SmilingPiranha463Jun 3, 2026 10:01 PM
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This was supposed to release at $1500 but Asus said oh that was a mistake and released it to BB at $1700. The reviews before release all said it was a great price and great system at $1500 but not higher and felt they were tricked when the price changed on them.
Jun 4, 2026 12:45 AM
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jatslickdealJun 4, 2026 12:45 AM
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Quote from Hat-Trick View quoted comment :
Probably one of the best deals in a laptop given the 48GB RAM and the Snapdragon Elite X2 seems to be killing it in reviews. From what I've read, this is one of the faster laptops you can buy and at $1600 (while everyone else is well north of $2K or $3K) it's a great deal!I've been eyeing open box to see if the price goes down further but now @ $1599 for a brand new one, I might just have to try it out!
Hey Hat-Trick,What is it with you and Asus Zenbooks, it seems you advocate for them in every post? This deal is what the regular price supposed to be at by Asus but you are like going after every Asus Zenbook post. I noticed your comments on the S16 a few weeks ago so did that die or something?
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Quote from jatslickdeal View quoted comment :
Hey Hat-Trick,What is it with you and Asus Zenbooks, it seems you advocate for them in every post? This deal is what the regular price supposed to be at by Asus but you are like going after every Asus Zenbook post. I noticed your comments on the S16 a few weeks ago so did that die or something?
Is there a problem giving my opinion on Zenbook deals? Should I just comment ONCE on a Zenbook deal and then never again on any further Zenbook deals? People don't generally go back to older deals for the same item and read the comments so adding my opinion as the deals come up seem useful. Maybe you should ask what's with the same people that post negative crap on every Snapdragon X deal? At least my posts are informative and positive about the product and not crapping on every deal. You can choose to block my posts if you're that bothered by it.

I do still have my S16 but the A16 is such a powerhouse of a laptop for the price, that YES, I've been eyeing it. I'd sell my S16 if I got the A16 as I don't need two 16" laptops (three, actually, as I have a 16" MBP).
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uknowsanaJun 4, 2026 7:35 PM
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Quote from trynumber9 View quoted comment :
I have this exact model. It launched at $1600.
It's X2E-94-100 not X2E-96. That's about 300 MHz slower.
The battery life is somewhat weak. Maybe 10 hours on a good day.
Trackpad is garbage for such an expensive laptop.

Very fast CPU. Nice screen. Very light.
What's the issue with trackpad? I have not heard any complaints from any YT reviews. Care to elaborate?
Jun 8, 2026 3:43 AM
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ibanezYJun 8, 2026 3:43 AM
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Too much for too use an emulator. It is not there yet to give 1600$ for me.

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bettermn11Jun 8, 2026 8:14 AM
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Quote from KaatuPaadi View quoted comment :
tech dumb people buying without realizing this is a ARM processor..
Didn't Nvidia announce it's ARM processor for the future meaning with Nvidia more people are gonna be compatible now with not just snapdragon but Nvidia also, and isn't apple on ARM architecture where these prices are common

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