Asus has officially refreshed its consumer laptop lineup in India with the debut of the Vivobook 15 (2026). The technology giant claims this model is the first laptop in the country to be powered by the new Intel Core 5 Series 3 processor. Aimed primarily at everyday users seeking reliable productivity and modern smart features, the notebook combines upgraded computing hardware with built-in artificial intelligence capabilities.
The Asus Vivobook 15 (2026) is entering the Indian market with an official maximum retail price (MRP) of Rs. 1,59,990. However, ahead of the major upcoming mid-year e-commerce sales, the laptop will be available at a heavily discounted promotional launch price of Rs. 1,07,990. Consumers can purchase the device exclusively through major online marketplaces, specifically via the Amazon Prime Day Sale and the Flipkart GOAT Sale. To sweeten the launch, initial buyers can access promotional benefits including additional bank discounts, exchange offers, and flexible no-cost EMI options extending up to nine months. The device is being offered in three distinct color finishes: Cool Silver, Quiet Blue, and Terra Cotta.
On the technical front, the laptop features a 15.6-inch full-HD display with an anti-glare coating to reduce visual strain. At its core, the Intel silicon includes an integrated Intel AI Boost NPU designed to deliver up to 16 TOPS of performance for handling local AI workloads seamlessly. This configuration is paired with 16GB of fast DDR5 RAM and a 512GB PCIe 4.0 SSD for swift boot times and ample storage.
Designed for standard portable use, the device features a 1.7kg chassis engineered to meet stringent MIL-STD-810H military-grade durability standards. It also comes equipped with a backlit keyboard featuring a dedicated Microsoft Copilot key, an HD webcam with an integrated physical privacy shutter, Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, a 42Wh battery, and a fingerprint sensor for biometric security.
