TechnologyAugust 23, 2026

ceraluminum

ser-uh-LOO-mih-num

Definition

A proprietary material developed by ASUS that combines ceramic and aluminum, used to create thinner, lighter, and more durable laptop casings.

Etymology

This is a portmanteau word derived by combining the prefixes of 'ceramic' and 'aluminum', reflecting the specific composite nature of the material.

In the news

The article uses this term to explain why Zenbooks command a higher price than Vivobooks, as this premium, lightweight material is reserved for the higher-end Zenbook product line.

Why Are ASUS Vivobook Laptops So Much Cheaper Than Zenbooks?

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