New business laptop combining mobility, aesthetics and dependable assurance now available for purchase in the United States
Fremont, CA, Oct. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —
ASUS ExpertBook A7
KEY POINTS:
· The New A-Series Lineup: The new ASUS ExpertBook A7 expands ASUS’s commercial laptop family alongside the B and P series and the ExpertBook Ultra, bringing premium design and mobility features to a broader range of professionals.
· Elevated in Every Detail: The ExpertBook A7 combines A CNC-milled aluminum unibody, 14” 3K 120Hz OLED display, glass haptic touchpad, 65Wh battery and starting at 2.8 lbs weight to deliver a premium mobile experience.
· Commercial Assurance & Durability: Features a 3-year manufacturer’s warranty, five years of BIOS and driver security updates, enterprise-grade cybersecurity via ASUS ExpertGuardian, and MIL-STD-810H military-grade durability standards.
ASUS, a global technology leader that provides the world’s most innovative and intuitive devices, today announced the ExpertBook A7 (A7406CMA), a new thin and light business laptop designed to bring premium features into a highly mobile chassis. Now available for purchase in the United States, the ExpertBook A7 combines a 3K OLED display, precision-milled aluminum unibody, glass haptic touchpad, 65Wh battery and layered commercial security for professionals who want a refined business experience wherever work takes them.
“With ExpertBook A7, we focused on the parts of a business laptop professionals interact with every day,” says Shawn Chang, General Manager at ASUS North America. “Its precision-milled aluminum chassis, 3K OLED display, haptic touchpad, and 2.8 pound design bring a premium mobile experience to a broader range of professionals, backed by the security and support professionals expect.”
The new device complements the ExpertBook B and P series and the ExpertBook Ultra by introducing the all-new A Series. This new lineup combines sleek mobility and essential power into a refined, dependable device tailored for modern professionals on the move who need to stay productive across any workspace.
Premium Mobility Built for Professionals
Crafted from a single block of 6000-series aluminum alloy using precision CNC milling, the ASUS ExpertBook A7 features a premium unibody design that minimizes visible gaps and potential weak points, combining refined aesthetics with everyday durability. Measuring just .4 inches thin and starting at 2.8 lbs¹, the ASUS ExpertBook A7 is designed with up to 26 hours of battery life2 with fast-charging technology to restore up to 50% capacity in just 30 minutes3 . Together, professionals are able to move effortlessly through the day, enabling flexibility when time between meetings or workspaces is limited.
The compact form is complemented by dual full-function USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® ports to support data transfer, charging, and display output, while USB Type-A and HDMI® connectivity provide convenient access to displays, accessories, and everyday peripherals.
A glass-surface haptic touchpad enables fast scrolling and up to 3X the precision of standard touchpads4 for smooth, accurate control, with responsive feedback that feels natural and consistent with every gesture. The carefully engineered hinge balances torque and stability, allowing ExpertBook A7 to be opened smoothly with one hand, while minimizing screen wobble for a steady viewing experience.
Performance That Keeps Pace
The ASUS ExpertBook A7 is powered by up to an Intel® Core™ 7 processor, with up to 16GB LPDDR5X memory and up to a 512GB PCIe® SSD storage, it is designed to keep presentations, multitasking, communication, browsing, and content creation moving smoothly throughout the workday.
The ASUS ExpertCool thermal solution helps maintain steady performance across everyday workloads while supporting the laptop’s slim form. WiFi 6E connectivity adds fast and reliable wireless performance, helping work stay connected and in sync across environments.
Available in Lunar Silver and Eclipse Black colors, it brings a fresh sense of style to everyday productivity to create a sophisticated look that fits naturally across professional environments.
Clarity, Measured In Every Pixel
ASUS ExpertBook A7 features a 14-inch 3K OLED panel with a smudge-resistant anti-glare edge-to-edge glass surface5 to help reduce reflection designed to make everyday viewing more vivid, comfortable, and immersive. Rich color, deep contrast, and sharp detail help bring presentations, documents, images, and media to life with exceptional clarity for more comfortable viewing across changing environments, from brightly lit offices to shared workspaces. The 120Hz refresh rate keeps motion feeling smooth and responsive, while a 90% screen-to-body ratio6 creates a focused viewing experience within the laptop’s compact form.
Cybersecurity Assurance
ASUS ExpertBook A7 brings assurance into everyday work through ASUS ExpertGuardian, combining layered security, durable construction, and long-term protection to help safeguard both personal and business data wherever work happens. The laptop features NIST SP 800-193-compliant commercial-grade BIOS protection alongside the Windows 11 Secured-core PC framework, helping strengthen protection from the firmware level through the operating system. ASUS also provides five years of BIOS and driver security updates, supporting dependable protection throughout the device lifecycle.
For secure and convenient access, fingerprint sign-in with FIDO2 authentication provides an additional layer of identity protection, while a discrete TPM 2.0 chip securely stores sensitive authentication information such as passwords and encryption keys. An integrated Kensington Nano Security Slot aids physical protection when the laptop is used in shared or higher-risk environments.
Durability Built Into Every Layer
This protection is reinforced by dependable durability. ExpertBook A7 meets MIL-STD-810H military-grade standards7 and undergoes rigorous ASUS in-house durability testing in 24 individual categories designed to help ensure resilience across the demands of everyday use and long-term reliability. From daily commutes to demanding work environments, these extensive tests help ensure the device can withstand the challenges of everyday business use.
Availability & Pricing
The ASUS ExpertBook A7 (A7406CMA) featuring the Intel® Core™ 5 processor 320 starts at $1299.99 and will be available from October 14 in the United States through the ASUS Store.
Additional configurations of the ASUS ExpertBook A7, including models with the Intel® Core™ 7 processor 350, and AMD Ryzen™ AI models will also be available.
Building on its premium design and business-focused features, the ASUS ExpertBook A7 lineup will expand in January 2027 with configurations starting at $899, offering businesses greater flexibility to meet their needs. Please contact your local ASUS representative for further information.
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Specifications8
ASUS ExpertBook A7 (A7406CMA)
| Model Name | A7406CMA-DS54 | A7406CMA-DS54-SL | A7406CMA-DS74 | A7406CMA-DS74-SL | A7406CMA-XS54 | A7406CMA-XS74 |
| Price | $1,299.99 | $1,299.99 | $1,399.99 | $1399.99 | $1,499.99 | $1,599.99 |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Processor | Intel® Core™ 5 Processor 320 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) | Intel® Core™ 5 Processor 320 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) | Intel® Core™ 7 Processor 350 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.8 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) | Intel® Core™ 7 Processor 350 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.8 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) | Intel® Core™ 5 Processor 320 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.6 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) | Intel® Core™ 7 Processor 350 1.5 GHz (6 MB Cache, up to 4.8 GHz, 6 Cores, 6 Threads) |
| Color | Eclipse Black | Lunar Silver | Eclipse Black | Lunar Silver | Eclipse Black | Eclipse Black |
| Material | Aluminum | |||||
| Military grade | US MIL-STD 810H military-grade standard | |||||
| Panel Size | 14.0-inch | |||||
| Backlit | LED Backlit | |||||
| Display | Anti-glare display, OLED, 500nits, DCI-P3: 100%, 178/178, 120Hz, 100000:1, Non-touch screen, 90 %, Pantone Validated, Wide view, VESA CERTIFIED Display HDR True Black 600, WQXGA+ (2880 x 1800) 16:10 | |||||
| Neural processor | Intel® AI Boost NPU | |||||
| Integrated GPU | Intel® Graphics | |||||
| On board memory | 16GB LPDDR5X on board | |||||
| Storage | 512GB M.2 2230 NVMe™ PCIe® 4.0 SSD | |||||
| Camera | 1080p FHD front facing camera | |||||
| On board Wireless | Wi-Fi 6E(802.11ax) (Triple band) 2*2 + Bluetooth® 5.4 Wireless Card | |||||
| Keyboard | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard | |||||
| I/O ports | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support display / power delivery 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack |
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| Audio | Dolby Audio Premium, Built-in speaker, Built-in array microphone | |||||
| Battery | 65WHrs, 2S2P, 4-cell Li-ion | |||||
| AC Adapter | TYPE-C, 65W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 3.25A, 65W, Input: 100~240V AC 50/60Hz universal (2 pin adapter+type C cable) | |||||
| Required charging power | Min: 55W Max: 65W |
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| Dimension | 12.25″ x 8.46″ x 0.46″ | |||||
| Weight | 2.82 lbs (with battery) | |||||
| Security | Kensington Nano Security Slot™(6x 2.5mm) Fingerprint sensor integrated with Power Key BIOS Integrity Measurement Support Intel® BIOS Guard BIOS Booting User Password Protection BIOS Protection Support CSME BIOS Redundancy Assistance Microsoft Secured-core PC Intel CSME Firmware Resilience Microsoft Security Level 3 HDD User Password Protection and Security Enhanced Password Strength Intel® Boot Guard Platform Firmware Resiliency Support BIOS Self Recovery Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 BIOS setup user password Support Absolute Persistence 2.0 (Computrace) ASUS ExpertGuardian with NIST SP 800-193 compliance ASUS ExpertGuardian with NIST SP 800-155 compliance |
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| Built-in Apps | ASUS MyExpert, AI ExpertMeet, MyASUS | |||||
| MyASUS Features | System diagnosis Battery health charging Splendid Tru2Life Function key lock WiFi SmartConnect AppDeals |
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| Warranty | 1Y Pick up/ return; Accidental Damage Protection + 2Y Pick up/ return | |||||
| Ecolabels & Compliances | EPEAT Silver REACH RoHS TCO Certified |
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| Sustainable Material | Top Cover and Keyboard Frame: 98% PIR recycled aluminum. Bottom Cover: 70% PIR recycled aluminum. | |||||
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[1] Product weight may vary according to device configuration.
[2] Based on ASUS internal analysts, August 2026. ASUS ExpertBook A7 tested with Intel® Core™ 7 Processor 350, 16GB RAM, 512 GB SSD, and 65Wh battery. Testing conducted by ASUS labs with display brightness set to 50% and 50% volume with wired earphones. Based on local video FHD playback. Actual battery life may vary and is typically less than the test results depending on configuration, software, usage patterns, environmental conditions, and power management settings. Maximum battery life will decrease with time. The stated battery capacity (Wh) does not indicate actual battery life.
[4] Based on ASUS internal analysis and comparisons with other standard Windows-based laptops.
[5] Anti-glare display is optional.
[6] The data comes from ASUS laboratory testing. Measurements based on the ratio of the screen’s viewable area to the screen size.
[7] The testing regime includes the requirements of both military-grade standards and ASUS quality tests and varies depending on device. MIL-STD-810H testing is conducted on selected ASUS products only. Note that the MIL-STD-810H testing helps to ensure the quality of ASUS products but does not indicate a particular fitness for military use. The test is performed under laboratory conditions. Any damage caused by attempts to replicate these test conditions would be considered accidental and would not be covered by the standard ASUS warranty. Additional coverage is available with ASUS Premium Care/ASUS Business Support.
[8] Specifications, content and product availability are all subject to change without notice and may differ from country to country. Actual performance may vary depending on applications, usage, environment and other factors. Full specifications are available at http://www.asus.com
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