ASUS is coming for MacBook users who work in the field. Will the GoPro duo prove to be a hit?
When ASUS and GoPro join forces, the effect must be interesting, right? The new ProArt PX13 in the GoPro Edition version is a laptop created for modern creators – those who work not only in the studio, but also while traveling, often away from the socket. And there are more and more such people. This equipment is supposed to be light, strong and ready for any situation – from editing films at the airport to working with photos in the field. I myself often face the challenges of working in various conditions, so any attempt to improve and facilitate my work in the field will be beneficial to me and will immediately attract my attention.
At first glance. GoPro laptop
The first contact with ProArt PX13 GoPro Edition gives the impression of dealing with unusual equipment. The casing made of aluminum would be nothing special if it weren’t for the unique CNC milling that catches the eye. These horizontal lines are not only a visual solution referring to the aesthetics of GoPro sports cameras, but above all a practical solution – thanks to them, the device fits more securely in the hands, which, with a weight of only 1.39 kg, makes it extremely handy. During the pre-premiere show in Amsterdam, I spent a short time with this laptop and was surprised at how good an impression it made, although of course there will be time for more detailed tests, especially performance tests.
It is also worth adding that the durability of the laptop has been confirmed by rigorous MIL-STD 810H military tests. 360-degree hinges allow you to turn this computer into a tablet, which, combined with the ASUS Pen 2.0 stylus, creates a comfortable environment for quickly sketching, writing, drawing or retouching photos immediately after taking them. Applications from the Adobe suite support such activities, so it would certainly be more convenient for me to use the stylus on the road rather than trying to fight with the mouse or touchpad.
What’s inside?
ASUS decided to take a bold step by giving up dedicated NVIDIA graphics cards in favor of the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 system. The lack of a power-hungry GPU translates into a much better work culture; the laptop is quieter, cooler and allows you to work longer without looking for a socket, but what will it be like in terms of performance? In theory, the laptop will easily cope with AI tasks such as automatic framing and stabilization in Premiere Pro, and will also offer smooth editing of multi-layer timelines in 4K. I am very curious how it will work out in practice, but if the manufacturer’s assurances are at least partially true to reality, the new, mobile ProArt may be the best companion for trips.
Screen? OLED, of course
In the case of the screen, ASUS again relies on OLED. The colors are vivid, the blacks are deep, and the image is extremely sharp – it’s 3K resolution (2880 x 1800) at 13.3 inches, but only 60 Hz refreshment. The maximum peak brightness is to reach 500 nits, while the aspect ratio of the sides is 16:10, so the working space is vertical. However, I still wonder whether manufacturers will ever move towards designs with 3:2 screens, which are popular, for example, in Microsoft’s Surface. In the context of colors, it is also worth adding Pantone certification and full coverage of the DCI-P3 palette.
Full specifications of the ASUS ProArt PX13 GoPro Edition laptop
- Processor: AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395
- Configuration: 16 cores / 32 threads (Strix Halo Architecture)
- Integrated graphics: AMD Radeon 8060S
- RAM: 128 GB LPDDR5X (8000 MT/s, Dual Channel)
- Hard drive: Up to 2TB SSD PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe (M.2 2280 format)
- OLED display
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- Diagonal: 13.3 inches
- Resolution: 2880 x 1800 (16:10 aspect ratio)
- Technology: OLED, 100% DCI-P3 color coverage
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
- Brightness: Up to 500 nits
- Response time: Lightning fast 0.2 ms (GtG)
- 2x USB 4 Type C Gen.3 (with DisplayPort and Power Delivery support)
- 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL
- 1x USB 3.2 Type A Gen.2
- 1x microSD 4.0 card reader
- 1x 3.5 mm audio jack
- Dedicated XG Mobile connector (GC34)
- Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4
- Camera: Full HD with Windows Hello support (face login)
- Battery: Lithium-ion with a capacity of 73 Wh
- Dimensions: 298.2 x 209.9 x 17.7 mm
- Weight: 1.39 kg
What is GoPro doing here?
The computer’s styling is one thing, but ASUS also collaborated with GoPro on other details. The keyboard has a dedicated F8 button in a characteristic color, which immediately opens the application for handling spherical materials. There are also improvements and new features for software such as StoryCube. This is an artificial intelligence-powered tool that, for the first time, connects so seamlessly with the GoPro cloud, automatically sorting our recordings by topic. ASUS even made sure that the packaging does not end up in the trash – the foam inserts can be used as a safe case for the camera and accessories.
Of course, the biggest rival of the ASUS ProArt PX13 GoPro Edition remains MacBooks with MX systems. Their performance-to-energy efficiency ratio, great trackpads and excellent screens are still a big lure for anyone who would like to work on multimedia in the field. ASUS therefore faces considerable competition. ASUS’s cooperation with GoPro is, of course, also to be responsible for a strong gust of wind in the wings of GoPro – a brand that has recently had a difficult time on the market of sports and performance cameras. Perhaps together they can do more. I will be happy to find out in practice, but at the end I will repeat my most common feedback regarding computers such as the described ASUS – I can’t wait for the haptic trackpad.
