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| The Wildcat Lake laptop measures 10.4mm and weighs around 2.82lbs. Pictured: the backside of the new ExpertBook Air. |
Asus has quietly expanded its laptop lineup in China with the launch of the ExpertBook Air. This new thin-and-light machine is positioned as a more accessibly configured alternative to the high-end ExpertBook Ultra, yet it still manages to outpace the Intel Wildcat Lake-powered B3 G2 in terms of features. The standout feature? A gorgeous 14-inch OLED display that brings vibrant visuals to the business-class segment.
A Display That Pops
Asus is putting a lot of emphasis on the screen, and rightfully so. The OLED panel boasts a 2.8K resolution, a smooth 120Hz variable refresh rate, and full 100% DCI-P3 color coverage. With a 90% screen-to-body ratio, the bezels are incredibly thin, giving you more screen real estate in a compact chassis. The display is also rated at 500 nits of peak brightness and carries VESA DisplayHDR True Black 600 certification, meaning you get deep blacks and impressive contrast. An anti-glare coating helps reduce reflections, making it usable in various lighting conditions.
Performance and Battery Life
Under the hood, the ExpertBook Air runs on Intel's Wildcat Lake platform. The base model comes with the Core 5 320 processor, while those needing more power can opt for the Core 7 350. Both chips feature a 6-core CPU configuration and a 2-core Xe3 integrated GPU. However, the Core 7 350 steps things up with a slightly more capable NPU and higher clock speeds, making it the better choice for AI-assisted tasks and heavier multitasking.
Powering all of this is a 65Wh battery, which Asus claims can deliver up to an impressive 26 hours of runtime. That's more than enough to get you through a full workday and then some, without scrambling for a charger.
Ultra-Portable Design
Portability is a key selling point here. The ExpertBook Air weighs just 1.28kg (about 2.82lbs) and measures a mere 10.4mm thick. To put that into perspective, it's actually thinner than a MacBook Air, while maintaining a similar weight profile. Despite the incredibly slim chassis, Asus has managed to include an active cooling system that is reportedly capable of handling heavy workloads without generating excessive fan noise.
For those who want to dive deeper into the specs and see how it compares to other models, you can check out the official Asus ExpertBook B3 G2 tech specs or read a detailed Asus ExpertBook Ultra review for context on the higher-end model. If you're curious about the current market for ultraportables, you can also see the MacBook Air M5 on Amazon for a price comparison.
Connectivity and Pricing
For a laptop this thin, the port selection is surprisingly decent. You get:
- 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1
- 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
- 1x HDMI 2.1
- 1x 3.5mm audio jack
Wireless connectivity includes WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4, ensuring you're future-proofed for modern networks and peripherals.
In China, the Core 5 320 configuration with the OLED display is priced at CNY 5,999 (approximately $896). If you want to step up to the Core 7 350 variant with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD, it will cost CNY 7,499 (around $1,120). You can find more details on the official JD.com listing or check out this Weibo post for additional images and information.
Asus hasn't announced global availability for the ExpertBook Air yet. However, the international non-OLED ExpertBook B3 G2 B3406CMA offers a similar set of specifications, so it's likely we'll see a variant of this laptop hit other markets in the future. For now, it remains a compelling option for Chinese consumers looking for a sleek, OLED-equipped ultrabook.
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| Core highlights of the laptop (machine translated) |
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| Design of the Chinese ExpertBook Air Intel Wildcat Lake |
