Infinix is entering the laptop game here in Malaysia with its new XBOOK 14 Neo, packing budget hardware in a lightweight 1.2kg build catering to students. (The name should give you a pretty clear hint on what it’s supposed to be, in terms of market positioning.)
Infinix XBOOK 14 Neo
The XBOOK 14 Neo is built from high-strength aluminum and a carbon-fiber composite, with a precision-sandblasted finish; the chassis carries MIL-STD-810 certification and comes in three colors: Twilight Purple, Shadow Blue and Volcano Grey. Processor options are admittedly bare bones at this price range, which include the Intel Core i3-1315U and Intel Core i5-1335U. Cooling is handled by the Ice Storm 4.0 system featuring a high-density fan.
The 14-inch FHD+ display uses a 16:10 aspect ratio, and the hinge opens flat to 180 degrees; connectivity includes two USB-C ports (one full-function, one for data), an HDMI port, and a 3.5mm audio jack. Battery life is rated at over 10 hours, with 65W USB-C PD fast charging supported. A physical privacy switch is available, which cuts power to the camera and microphone.
The XBOOK 14 Neo features Infinix’s upgraded PC Connection feature, which links compatible Infinix phones, tablets and laptops into a shared environment, enabling functions such as screen mirroring, display extension, clipboard sharing, and drag-and-drop file transfers. It’s also got shared keyboard and mouse control that allows users to move seamlessly between connected screens without switching input devices, similar to how KVM works.
The Infinix XBOOK 14 Neo is available in two configurations: the Core i3-1315U with 8+256GB priced at RM2,199, whereas the Core i5-1335U with 8+512GB is priced at RM2,699.
Pokdepinion: Carbon fiber at this price? Last I checked carbon fiber in ThinkPads are several times more expensive than this.
