ASUS announced the launch of the ProArt P16 and ProArt P14 laptops powered by the NVIDIA RTX Spark platform, in a move targeting creators, AI developers, and workflow builders who need to run advanced models and applications on their devices instead of relying entirely on cloud services.
The RTX Spark platform combines an NVIDIA Blackwell RTX graphics processor, an NVIDIA Grace processor, and fifth-generation Tensor Cores with FP4 support and NVLink-C2C technology. ASUS says the platform delivers up to 1 petaflop of performance in AI workloads, along with up to 128 GB of unified memory and high bandwidth.
Running Large Models Locally
The platform targets the execution of large language and vision models, image and video generation, model customization using LoRA, the construction of workflows for AI agents, and work with complex 3D scenes. Actual capability varies according to the model architecture, the level of precision reduction, the processing context length, and the available system memory.
ASUS highlights three reasons to rely on local execution: converting variable cloud spending into fixed-cost computing capacity without fees tied to the number of tokens, keeping prompts, files, project data, and models on the device, and giving users greater control over model selection, customization, and application integration. However, the cloud remains an option for larger models or periods of high demand, allowing the use of a local, cloud, or hybrid model.
An Ecosystem of Agents and Creative Applications
ASUS is collaborating with Nous Research, the developer of Hermes Agent, and the ComfyUI platform to build an experience focused on local execution with the option to use the cloud when needed. ProArt devices come with the MuseTree application preinstalled, integrating the FLUX and WAN models, along with StoryCube for scene recognition, media organization, and asset management.
The devices also integrate with Adobe Creative Cloud services, and ASUS provides a Google AI package on eligible devices. Hermes Agent enables the execution of complex objectives across the desktop, terminal, and local files, with persistent memory and isolated environments, while Zenni Claw offers an ASUS agent for everyday tasks and integration with the company's applications and devices. ComfyUI, meanwhile, enables the creation, sharing, and reuse of image and video workflows.
Device Specifications and Availability
The ProArt P16 is approximately 12.9 mm thick and weighs 1.77 kg, while the ProArt P14 is approximately 13.9 mm thick and weighs 1.48 kg. The two batteries have capacities of 99 and 90 watt-hours, respectively. Both devices feature an ASUS Lumina Pro OLED display with brightness of up to 1,600 nits, a Delta E color accuracy of less than 1, a variable refresh rate of up to 120 Hz, and an anti-glare layer.
The P16 supports a display resolution of up to 4K with NVIDIA G-SYNC, while the P14 reaches a 3K resolution. Both devices are available in Nano Black and Neo White, with a selection of ports and a precise haptic touchpad.
Pre-orders began in Egypt through the official ASUS online store, and customers who pre-order receive a free monitor with the device. Global pre-orders begin on October 7, 2026, with deliveries starting on October 16.
What Changes in Practice?
ASUS is offering a package that combines high-memory hardware with local tools and AI agents, rather than introducing a creative laptop that relies solely on separate graphics specifications. The primary benefit is for users who handle sensitive files or need a repeatable workflow without a constant internet connection. However, the source does not specify the prices of the two devices in Egypt, nor does it explain which models can practically be run at each configuration or provide details about the local configurations—important points before assessing the actual value of the purchase.