Review of ASUS ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED laptop, the new Creator line, model H7600ZW, which comes with the most complete specification, including 4K OLED screen 16 ” | Powered by Intel Core i9-12900H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti graphics card | RAM 16GB | SSD 1TB At the same time, there is also a button that increases the convenience of working to the next level with ASUS Dial.
Who wants a laptop for a single high-end work is done with ASUS ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED. This model is not disappointed. Ready, let’s follow the reviews together.
Summary of ASUS ProArt StudioBook 16 OLED (H7600ZW) specs
- Body size: 36.20 x 26.40 x 2.14 cm.
- Weight: 2.4 kg.
- Screen: OLED HDR 16″, 4K resolution (3840 x 2400) pixels, 16:10 aspect ratio, DCI-P3 100% PANTONE Validated
- Processor: Intel Core i9-12900H
- Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX3070 Ti
- RAM: 32GB (LPDDR5)
- SSD: 1TB NVMe PCIe 4.0
- Battery: 90Wh
- Camera: Webcam 720P HD
- Sound system: Harman/Kardon
- connection port
- USB-A 3.2 Gen2 x 2
- USB-C 3.2 Gen2 x 1
- Thunderbolt 4 x 1 (supports data connection, charging and DisplayPort)
- HDMI 2.1 x 1
- 3.5mm headphone and microphone ports, 2-in-1 jack x 1
- SD Express 7.0 Card Reader x 1
- Sensors: light sensor, fingerprint sensor
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6(802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.2 (Dual band) 2 x 2
- Operating System: Windows 11 Home
- Software Bundle: Office Home & Student 2021 | 3-Month Free Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps Membership
- Warranty: ASUS Exclusive Care
- On-site Service, repair to the location for 3 years
- International warranty, free access to 80 countries around the world for 3 years
- Perfect warranty Covers 80% of spare parts cost only for the first 1 year
- Color: Mineral Black
Design for Studio
Let’s start with the design first. ASUS ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED comes with a matte black body, Mineral Black that gives the impression of a high-end production machine in a large studio, both sharp and official at the same time. On the lid, there is a prominent shiny ProArt logo in silver that contrasts perfectly with the matte surface.
The body measures approximately 2.14 cm thick and weighs 2.4 kg, which is a good fit for a Studio laptop with powerful internal specs. But still enough to carry in a bag to work outside with ease.
The best 4K OLED screens for creative design and entertainment.
Unfolding the screen, we will find the magnificence of a large 16 “OLED screen with a resolution of up to 4K (3840 x 2400 pixels) in a 16:10 aspect ratio that is very vivid. You can really feel the saturation of the colors. It’s as good as a Creator laptop that really wants the precision and fullness of the screen.
In terms of display, I have to say that it’s the most beautiful laptop screen we’ve ever tested. It’s capable of displaying at 10-bit, beautiful, true-to-life 1,700 million colors with a 100% DCI- wide color gamut. P3 is a cinematic color gamut standard with Pantone color fidelity certification.
In addition, being an OLED screen, the black display is very black. The ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED screen has a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio with VESA CERTIFIED certification and Display HDR True Black 500 as well. If we work on graphics or look at content with very deep colors, this model will provide the ultimate in realism.
In addition, the screen is also certified for blue light cutting, which protects the eyes from TUV Rheinland, so it is safe for editing for a long time or watching videos for entertainment.
Safer Webcam Cameras
Above the screen we can see the webcam of this model with a resolution of 720p HD, along with a manual cover of the box. Anyone who is afraid of security can slide it off. Don’t worry anymore.
Full-Sized Keyboard with Numeric Keypad
Looking down at the keyboard, the ASUS ProArt StudioBook 16 OLED comes with a full-sized keyboard with a number pad. It’s really very suitable for work. The keyboard has a space that fits perfectly, so it’s easy to type when typing, and the keys have good traction and typing.
The arrow keys are specially designed with Carbon Fiber patterns added as well. with the size that is as full as a normal button make it easy to use Unlike normal laptops, the keys are usually small, so they might not be easy to press.
As for the fingerprint scanner sensor, it is seamlessly hidden on the Power button. so that we can use it to unlock the device easily Turn on the device and tap to scan and immediately enter the screen.
ASUS Dial, a special feature that makes working a lot easier
In addition to the ergonomic arrow keys, ASUS ProArt StudioBook 16 OLED also has a special button like ASUS Dial to help us work more conveniently. The ASUS Dial is like a control ring that allows us to rotate and press down. Yes, according to the order that we have set.
Of course, creators who need to use specialized programs such as photo editing programs like Photoshop, Lightroom, or editing programs like Premier Pro will need a lot of keyboard shortcuts to choose from. If we set the ASUS Dial to suit the work that we do, it will help us a lot. As a drawing line, we set the ASUS Dial as the Brush button. In Photoshop, we don’t need to press the B button as before, to adjust the size of the brush by using rotation instead of pressing. [ ] Yes, just imagine the convenience, right?
Large TouchPad with 3 separate buttons
The ASUS ProArt StudioBook 16 OLED TouchPad is large and functional. Unfortunately, it doesn’t support Force Touch, or pressing force instead of clicking. But there is a large button to replace at the bottom There are 3 buttons that are provided with left click, middle mouse and right click.
complete connection port No need to rely on Dongle
Let’s look at the connection ports. ASUS ProArt StudioBook 16 OLED comes with a lot of devices, so you don’t have to rely on dongles or adapters anymore on the left-hand side.
- Security lock box
- USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 port
- DC charging port
- HDMI 2.1 port
- Thunderbolt 4 port
- USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port
As for the right-hand side, there are also additional ports as follows.
- LAN port
- USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 port
- 3.5 mm headphone jack
- SD Express 7.0 Card Reader
Called to be really ready to use, the Creator cable that needs to be inserted into the card, remove the image file, connect to an External Harddisk or use a wired headset, do not need to find other accessories to add at all. Because the ports provided in the machine are already complete.
The best sound system from Harman/Kardon
In addition to the screen being extremely sharp, the sound of this model is not inferior as well because ASUS ProArt StudioBook 16 OLED comes with speakers from Harman/Kardon Supports Hi-Res quality, this sound is definitely pleasing to use, listening to music, watching movies or working on sound is very good.
ASUS IceCool Pro cooling system
Flip back and look at the bottom of the machine, there are vents. It features the addition of the StudioBook brand name, which inside ASUS is designed with IceCool Pro technology to help keep the machine cool with 2 fans and 6 heat pipes, and also has liquid metal that conducts heat. Liquid Metal helps transfer. Heat leaves the processor quickly. Rest assured that even with heavy use, the unit is still warm only.
Overall, the design of the ASUS ProArt StudioBook 16 OLED is designed to suit the work of a studio. Not focusing on the light – very thin. Because the focus is on working in the main place. But if you want to carry it, you can put it in your bag as well. The highlight that this laptop really does over the competition is that it has a beautiful 4K OLED screen, very accurate colors, and has a keyboard and connection ports that are as complete as a big computer. What is indispensable is the ASUS Dial that has really changed the way of working.
Got Windows 11 Home out of the box.
Let’s continue with the software ASUS ProArt StudioBook 16 OLED comes with Windows 11 Home right out of the box. No need to buy and install. Ready to use immediately, both the UI that has a beautiful new look and comprehensive work
Free Adobe membership for 3 months
In addition to genuine Windows, ASUS ProArt StudioBook 16 OLED also has an Adobe Creative Cloud membership, plus 3 months, suitable for creators who need to use Adobe’s programs. at all
Microsoft Office Home & Student 2021 is included for free.
Not just a graphics program, ASUS ProArt StudioBook 16 OLED also has Microsoft Office included in the machine. For those who want to use Office as well, there is a free Microsoft 365 for 1 month and Microsoft Office Home & Student 2021 free for life.
MyASUS, the helper for more seamless work.
ASUS ProArt StudioBook 16 OLED comes with special programs MyASUS and ScreenXpert that allow us to connect both Android and iOS smartphones to notebooks seamlessly. Called as a helper for us to use many devices really more flexible.
There is also a program ProArt Community Hub that allows us to manage the system of the machine more. Or set up the ASUS Dial as well, as we’ve said before, this extra button will help us work on specialized programs more conveniently. If you want to use any tool, you can adapt it to us at this program.
Powerful processing power
ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED is powered by Intel Core i9-12900H 14 cores and 20 threads for multitasking. Including multitasking, it also has a graphics card up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti with CUDA Core and Tensor Core to help process rendering for the creative line.
in memory The device comes with a total memory of 32GB DDR5 SO-DIMM (16GB x2) and the latest technology M.2 SSD 1TB capacity (upgradable to the maximum. 4TB) to support creative design work for Crearor of all walks of life.
You can play games at this spec.
or if you want to try playing the game in earnest With this level of specs, it’s very comfortable. As far as we’ve tried with high graphics games like Gears 5, it can be adjusted at the highest level. Play smoothly, but as far as trying to play a serious game, the fan will work quite loudly if playing a full graphics game like this.
Support power up to 240W
Finally, the power of the ASUS ProArt StudioBook 16 OLED, this model also provides a charger up to 240W because of the specification that is provided at this level. Must be able to drive the power out to the max. The charger that comes with it is seriously big. But it wouldn’t be a problem to use. Because as I said, this model focuses on stationary work rather than carrying it everywhere.
Starting price 84,990 baht
ASUS ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED, available in 2 sub-models, are priced as follows.
- Starting model Core i9 + RTX 3060 price 84,990 baht
- Top model Core i9 + RTX 3070 Ti (review model) Price 99,990 baht
The device comes with ASUS Exclusive Care, which consists of a 3-year warranty on repairs, On-site Service, 3-year free access to 80 countries worldwide, and a 1-year Perfect warranty that covers 80% of spare parts for the first year only. Buy products from leading IT stores, ASUS Exclusive Store, all 3 branches, including online channels.
In summary, this is “This is a true pro creator laptop. The best in every aspect.”
In conclusion, the ASUS ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED is considered the flagship of the Creator notebook line, which continues to focus on meeting the needs of creator professionals at a high level, whether it’s a Prosumer or a Specialist who focuses on reliable performance. mainly such as graphics, editing, rendering, high-end video, 3D animation or various programs That uses high resources, which ProArt focuses on both powerful computing with the leading power of Intel Core i9 Gen 12th and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti graphics card, and also offers exclusive functions like ASUS Dial that Dedicated design support and the ultimate 4K OLED screen for creative and entertainment projects. It also has a better cooling system from the previous generation. and a full range of ports to support the use of creators as well For anyone looking for a complete laptop for Creator work, this model is a very interesting choice!