Are there any alternatives?

Interestingly, we haven’t reviewed many 13-inch laptops over the last several months, with 14-inch laptops seeming to lead the 12th-gen update charge. Usually, I would recommend the Dell XPS 13 as a natural alternative, but the current shipping model still uses 11th-gen CPUs. That’s likely to change soon, however, and so if you’re not in a rush and want a 13-inch laptop with outstanding build quality, good looks, and great performance, you might want to wait and see what Dell has up its sleeve.

　　HP just refreshed its Spectre x360 13.5 convertible 2-in-1, which in its last generation was dubbed the Spectre x360 14. That 2-in-1 has a 3:2 OLED display and a new design that’s rounder and more comfortable to hold, and it’s equipped with 12th-gen U-series CPUs that promise a solid mix of performance and efficiency. We haven’t reviewed that model yet, however.

　　If you’re okay with a slightly larger display and a 2-in-1 form factor, then the Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 Gen 7 is a great choice. It’s impeccably built and designed, has great performance and decent battery life, and enjoys the convenience of a 2-in-1. It’s one of the best laptops we’ve reviewed in the last several months.

　　

How long will it last?

I complained a little about some bending and flexing in the Zenbook S 13 OLED, but it’s not enough to make me doubt the laptop’s durability. Given its up-to-date components, it should last for years of reliable service. As usual, the one-year warranty is disappointing, but Asus does toss in damage protection as a bonus.

　　

Should you buy it?

Yes. The Zenbook S 13 OLED is a fast, well-built, thin and light laptop that’s easy to carry around. Just make sure you take your charger with you.