Retail listings for Acer and Asus laptops featuring Intel's upcoming Meteor Lake processors have been discovered by momomo_us, providing a comprehensive overview of specifications, marketing descriptions, images, and pricing information. Core Ultra 125H/155H and Core i9-14900HX.
Among these listings, Acer's new Swift model is notable. This model is available in two configurations: the first equipped with a Core Ultra 5 125H CPU, 16GB of LPDDR5X memory, and a 512GB SSD, and the second featuring a Core Ultra 7 155H CPU, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. Both models boast 14-inch OLED displays with a 2880 x 1800 pixel resolution and are reported to have a battery life of 11 hours.
Pricing details for these models have also emerged from German retailers Baur and Otto. The model with the Core Ultra 5 125H CPU is listed at 999 euros (approximately $1,088), while the variant with the Core Ultra 7 155H CPU carries a price tag of 1249 euros (about $1,360). These prices, while subject to change, suggest a competitive stance in comparison to Acer's existing Swift range at these retailers.
Additionally, Asus's upcoming Zenbooks with Core Ultra 7 155U and Core Ultra 5 125U CPUs have been revealed. These models, unlike Acer's H-class versions, come with 16GB of RAM (presumably LPDDR5X), and storage options of either 512GB or 1TB SSDs. Four of these models feature 16-inch displays, while one has a 13-inch screen.
However, the accuracy of these prices is yet to be confirmed, as they appear as non-rounded figures on various retail sites. For example, the Asus BX5304MA-NQ125X model is listed at 1,209.10 euros ($1,317) before tax on pc21.fr, but is priced differently at other retailers like Pure Gaming (1,415.17 euros or $1,541) and Admi Computer (1,849.99 euros or $2,015). While there is some alignment in pricing between pc21.fr and Pure Gaming, Admi Computer's rounded figure might be more indicative of the final pricing.
The pricing strategy for these Meteor Lake laptops suggests Intel's intent to maintain affordability despite the advanced technology in these processors.
