ASUS ProArt at COMPUTEX 2026: 128GB Unified Memory, OLED Displays, and Local AI

    While big gaming laptops usually grab the most attention at COMPUTEX, the real story for ASUS this year was in its ProArt line. ASUS revealed its first NVIDIA RTX Spark systems: the ProArt P16, ProArt P14, and a compact ProArt Mini PC.

    Read our COMPUTEX 2026 recap here:
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    Here is why these new machines matter for creators.

    Why ProArt is the Right Fit for RTX Spark

    ASUS could have easily put RTX Spark into a flashy gaming laptop to show off fast benchmark numbers. Instead, they chose the creator-focused ProArt line, which shows what the chip is actually built to do. Creators dealing with large 3D scenes, dense video timelines, and local AI tools don’t need a decorative “AI” badge. They need massive memory, GPU acceleration, color-accurate displays, and stable software.

    RTX Spark: It’s All About Unified Memory

    The headline for RTX Spark is “1 petaflop of AI performance,” but the spec you should actually care about is the 128GB of unified memory. The platform combines a 20-core NVIDIA Grace CPU with a Blackwell RTX GPU. Giving both the CPU and GPU access to a massive, shared memory pool allows you to run heavy tasks—like 12K video editing or local 120B-parameter language models—without relying on the cloud.

    PlatformNVIDIA RTX Spark
    CPU20-core NVIDIA Grace CPU
    GPUNVIDIA Blackwell RTX GPU
    CUDA cores6144
    Tensor Cores5th Gen Tensor Cores
    MemoryUp to 128GB unified memory
    AI performanceUp to 1 petaflop, according to ASUS / NVIDIA

    ProArt P16: Maximum Workspace vs ProArt P14: The Portable Alternative

    The ProArt P16 is the larger laptop in the lineup, designed for visual workflows that demand screen space. Because display quality is just as crucial as processing power for creators, ASUS packed this machine with a heavily calibrated 4K OLED screen.

    If you want RTX Spark power without carrying a 16-inch laptop everywhere, the ProArt P14 is your answer. It delivers the same creator-focused display features in a much smaller footprint. The biggest question here will be the price—packing 128GB of unified memory into a highly portable machine will not be cheap.

    ModelASUS ProArt P14 (H7407)ASUS ProArt P16 (H7607)
    Configuration listedH7407BAH7607BA
    ColorsNeo White / Nano BlackNeo White / Nano Black
    Operating systemWindows 11 Pro / Windows 11 HomeWindows 11 Pro
    PlatformNVIDIA RTX Spark SuperchipNVIDIA RTX Spark Superchip
    Processor20-core NVIDIA Grace CPU20-core NVIDIA Grace CPU
    GraphicsNVIDIA Blackwell RTX GPUNVIDIA Blackwell RTX GPU
    Memory128GB LPDDR5X on board128GB LPDDR5X on board
    Maximum memoryUp to 128GBUp to 128GB
    Storage1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD
    Expansion slots1x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x42x M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 x4
    Display size14.0-inch16.0-inch
    Display resolution3K, 2880 x 1800UHD+ / WQUXGA, 3840 x 2400
    Aspect ratio16:1016:10
    Panel typeOLED touchscreenOLED touchscreen
    Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
    Response time0.2ms0.2ms
    Brightness700 nits or 500 nits, depending on display option700 nits
    HDR peak brightness1600 nits or 1100 nits, depending on display option1600 nits
    Color gamut100% DCI-P3100% DCI-P3
    Contrast ratio1,000,000:11,000,000:1
    Color depth1.07 billion colors1.07 billion colors
    HDR certificationVESA DisplayHDR True Black 1000VESA DisplayHDR True Black 1000
    Color validationPANTONE ValidatedPANTONE Validated
    Display coatingAnti-reflection displayAnti-reflection display
    Blue light reduction70% less harmful blue light70% less harmful blue light
    Screen-to-body ratio88%90%
    Stylus supportYesYes
    USB-C ports3x USB 4.0 Gen 3 Type-C with display / power delivery, up to 40Gbps3x USB 4.0 Gen 3 Type-C with display / power delivery, up to 40Gbps
    USB-A1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, up to 10Gbps1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, up to 10Gbps
    HDMIHDMI 2.1 FRLHDMI 2.1 FRL
    Card readerSD 4.0 card readerSD Express 7.0 card reader
    Audio jack3.5mm combo audio jack3.5mm combo audio jack
    KeyboardBacklit chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm key travelBacklit chiclet keyboard, 1.7mm key travel
    TouchpadHaptic touchpadHaptic touchpad
    CameraFHD IR camera with Windows HelloFHD IR camera with Windows Hello
    AudioBuilt-in array microphone, built-in speaker, Smart Amp TechnologyBuilt-in array microphone, built-in speaker, Smart Amp Technology
    WirelessWi-Fi 7, triple-band 2×2 + Bluetooth 5.4Wi-Fi 7, triple-band 2×2 + Bluetooth 5.4
    Battery90Wh, 4-cell Li-ion99.9Wh, 4-cell Li-ion
    Weight1.48 kg / 3.26 lbs1.77 kg / 3.90 lbs
    Dimensions31.07 x 21.89 x 1.39 ~ 1.59 cm35.41 x 24.30 x 1.29 ~ 1.59 cm
    Built-in appsGlideX, ScreenXpert, ProArt Creator Hub, MyASUS, StoryCube, MuseTreeGlideX, ScreenXpert, ProArt Creator Hub, MyASUS, StoryCube, MuseTree
    SecurityTPM 2.0, Microsoft Pluton, IR webcam with Windows Hello, BIOS and HDD user password protectionTPM 2.0, Microsoft Pluton, IR webcam with Windows Hello, BIOS and HDD user password protection
    Military gradeUS MIL-STD 810HUS MIL-STD 810H

    ProArt Mini PC: Built for the Studio

    The ProArt Mini PC is the least flashy device here, but it makes the most sense. It is a compact desktop built for heavy, continuous workloads like rendering and local AI development. It doesn’t have to balance battery life or an ultra-thin chassis, and the inclusion of a 10GbE port shows ASUS designed it for real studio environments.

    ModelASUS ProArt Mini PC
    Operating systemWindows
    PlatformNVIDIA RTX Spark
    CPUUp to 20-core ultra-efficient CPU
    GraphicsUp to 6,144-core Blackwell RTX GPU
    AI performanceUp to 1 Petaflop FP4 AI performance
    MemoryUp to 128GB shared high-bandwidth unified memory
    StorageM.2 NVMe PCIe 5.0 / 4.0 SSD storage slots
    WirelessAW-EM637 Wi-Fi 7 (Gig+) 2×2 + Bluetooth 5.4
    Front I/OPower button with LED
    Rear USB-C3x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C, 20Gbps, DisplayPort Alt Mode
    Power input / USB-C PD1x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C with 180W EPR PD 3.1 input
    Display output1x HDMI 2.1
    Networking1x 10G LAN
    Additional power input1x DC-in or Type-C PD input
    Security slot1x Kensington Lock
    Dimensions150 x 150 x 51 mm

    The Software Factor

    Hardware only works if the software supports it. ASUS is pushing its own tools like ProArt Creator Hub and MuseTree, but the real test is how well RTX Spark accelerates industry-standard apps like Adobe, Blender, and Blackmagic Design. If the app support is seamless, this hardware will be incredibly useful.

    Software / ecosystem elementWhy it matters
    ProArt Creator HubSystem control and workflow optimization for creators.
    MuseTreeAI-assisted creative workflow tool.
    Adobe appsPhoto, video, design, and production workflows.
    Blender3D modeling, rendering, and animation workflows.
    Blackmagic Design appsVideo editing, grading, and production workflows.
    Local AI toolsAI processing without relying entirely on cloud services.

    The Takeaway

    Putting RTX Spark in the ProArt line was the right move. The combination of huge unified memory, local AI processing, and top-tier OLED displays is exactly what professionals need. Now, ASUS just needs to deliver on the practical side: fair pricing, good thermals, and rock-solid software support.

    Read our COMPUTEX 2026 recap here:
    The Most Interesting Laptop and PC Hardware We Saw at COMPUTEX 2026

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    Jwalls
    Jwalls
    1 month ago

    This is the first “AI laptop” concept that actually sounds useful for creators instead of just marketing.