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ASUS Googlebook 14 (CX9406)

CPU:Intel Core Ultra 5 325/Intel Core Ultra 7 355
RAM:16GB / 32GB / 64GB
Storage:512GB
Display:14.0" OLED (2880x1800)
Weight:0.997 kg

Last updated: 2026/09/22

ASUS Googlebook 14 (CX9406)

Overview

On September 21, 2026, ASUS officially announced the "ASUS Googlebook 14 CX9406," the production model of the development board previously known as "Lapis."

Despite featuring a 14-inch OLED display, the laptop boasts an ultra-thin and lightweight design, measuring just 10.9 mm thick and weighing approximately 0.99 kg (under 1 kg).

The display is a 14-inch 3K (2,880×1,800) OLED touchscreen with a 120 Hz refresh rate, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, and anti-glare Corning Gorilla Glass. It also complies with 24 categories of the US MIL-STD 810H military standard for enhanced durability.

Under the hood, it is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 5 325 processor, configured with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB NVMe SSD.

Despite its slim profile, the device comes fully equipped with I/O ports, including two Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB-A ports, and an HDMI 2.1 port. It offers up to 18 hours of battery life and supports fast charging up to 100W.

Rounding out the specs are a haptic touchpad, a fingerprint sensor, and a 5MP webcam with a privacy shutter.

 

Development Status

The "Lapis" Googlebook is currently in development as part of the Fatcat series, powered by Intel's Panther Lake processors.

Commits related to the boot screen OEM logo have confirmed it is an ASUS-manufactured device. Additionally, benchmark results from what appears to be actual hardware equipped with the Core Ultra 7 355 and Core Ultra 5 325 have surfaced on Geekbench.

This article summarizes everything we currently know about the Intel Core Ultra Series 3 (Panther Lake) powered Googlebook "Lapis."

Current Development Status

Development for "Lapis" began in September 2025. Early code indicates it is designed as a 14-inch class clamshell device, with evidence suggesting both touch and non-touch variants will be available.

Relatively early on, battery-related code revealed the adoption of the CosMX "C22N," a battery used in ASUS's Zenbook and Chromebook Flip CX series, leading to early speculation that it would be an ASUS device.

Subsequently, similar to Ruby (Lenovo) and Moonstone (Acer), commits related to the boot screen OEM logo confirmed that Lapis is indeed an ASUS device.

Initially, it was believed to be a Chromebook Plus. However, the revelation of Aluminium OS and numerous bug reports related to Android 17 (Aluminium OS: ALOS) linking ASUS and Lapis changed the trajectory. Ultimately, with Google's announcement of the new "Googlebook" category, it became clear that "Lapis" will be released as a Googlebook.

Expected Specs and Benchmarks

Discoveries in the code suggest the webcam uses the "FL225F" model number, identical to the one found in the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra series.

The port selection is expected to include two USB4-supported USB-C ports and two USB-A port, and HDMI port. Support for a fingerprint sensor and a backlit keyboard (which may be optional) has also been indicated.

Furthermore, Geekbench benchmarks have confirmed two configurations: one with a Core Ultra 5 325 and 32GB of RAM, and another with a Core Ultra 7 355 and 64GB of RAM.

Average scores hover around 2,326 for single-core and 9,170 for multi-core performance. These figures are nearly identical to the scores previously discovered for "Fatcat", "Ruby", and "Moonstone".

Given the information thus far, "Lapis" could turn out to be a device akin to an "ASUS ExpertBook Ultra" running Android (Aluminium OS). Additionally, considering ASUS released its top-tier Chromebook Plus under the ExpertBook moniker, there is a strong possibility this new device will also carry the ExpertBook name.

Additional Information

Update on July 20, 2026: In the Energy Star certification database, we confirmed the name of a new ASUS laptop, "CX9406CAA," registered as an Aluminium OS device. Additionally, the bottom design of the device has been revealed through FCC filings.

As indicated by the benchmarks, it is equipped with a Core Ultra 7 355 and 64GB of RAM. Given its association with Aluminium OS, its model number starting with "CX" just like Chromebooks, and its resemblance to the past "CX9 (CX9400)", it is now certain that this model is included in the product name for "Lapis".

Specs

ManufacturerASUS
Product NameASUS Googlebook 14 (CX9406)
Japan ReleaseNot available in Japan
StatusAnnounced
Form FactorClamshell
Target UserConsumer
Product TierAL Premium
Code Name / Board NameLapis / Fatcat
Auto Update Expiration (AUE)2036年
Screen Size14.0 inches
Resolution2880 × 1800
Panel TypeOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz
Brightness450 nits
Touch SupportYes
Pen Support-
Pen Standard-
Screen ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
CPU BrandIntel
CPUIntel Core Ultra 5 325 Intel Core Ultra 7 355
GPUIntel Xe3 (4 Core)
NPUYes (47 TOPS)
RAM Capacity16 GB 32 GB 64 GB
RAM StandardLPDDR5X
Storage Capacity512 GB
Storage StandardNVMe SSD

Configurations

-$1,299
Core Ultra 5 325|16GB RAM|512GB

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