Key SpecsThe Pro B9440 will offer either Intel Core i5 and Core i7 U-series Kaby Lake CPUs, up to 16GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD and a 14-inch, FHD display. Asus is promising up to 10 hours of battery life. Price and AvailabilityThe Asus Pro B9440 is scheduled to release in May 2017 starting at $999. MORE: The Best Laptops for Business and Productivity Why You Should CareAsus is promising security and durability alongside portability. The magnesium chassis is MIL-STD 810G durability tested, so it should be able to stand up to drops and shocks. There will be optional vPro support and a fingerprint sensor. You’ll also get a keyboard with 1.5 millimeters of key travel and a both USB Type-A and Type-C ports.

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