If the name ‘Energizer‘ conjures images of a relentless pink bunny, you’re not alone. Here at Digital Tech Explorer, we’re always intrigued when an established brand steps into new tech arenas. Now, the famous battery brand is emblazoning its name on a new line of productivity laptops, and true to its heritage, the battery capacity is nothing short of colossal.
French communications company Avenir Telecom is behind three new laptops launching under the Energizer moniker: the Energizer EnergyBook Pro 15, the EnergyBook Pro XL 19, and the flagship model, the Energizer EnergyBook Pro Ultra. As TechTalesLeo, I’m particularly keen to dive into the details of this ambitious entry into the portable computing market.
EnergyBook Pro Ultra: Specifications and Performance Expectations
The flagship EnergyBook Pro Ultra boasts an expansive 18-inch display with a 1920 x 1200 resolution, and its most striking feature: an immense 192 Wh battery. To put this into perspective for our tech enthusiasts, some of the most powerful gaming laptops on the market, such as the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI or the Razer Blade 16, typically cap out at 175 Wh, and those power significantly more demanding components like RTX 5090 GPUs.
In contrast, the Pro Ultra features more modest hardware, including an AMD Ryzen 5 processor, 16 GB of DDR4 RAM, and 512 GB of SSD storage. These specifications require considerably less power, making the extraordinary battery capacity a game-changer for longevity. Energizer claims this powerhouse can deliver up to seven days of standby time, an impressive 28 hours of “intensive office use,” and up to 11 hours for tasks like gaming or graphic design.
However, as experienced professionals and tech enthusiasts at Digital Tech Explorer know, “Ryzen 5” is a broad designation. Without a discrete GPU, it’s important to temper expectations regarding top-tier gaming or intensive graphic design performance, despite the brand’s claims. Our initial assessment suggests this machine is geared more towards extended productivity than raw graphical power.
The press release for the EnergyBook Pro Ultra indicates a price point of €449, which translates to just over $500 USD. This flagship model appears to be the sole recipient of the exceptionally large battery. The other two models include the EnergyBook Pro 15, a 15-inch model designed for compactness and versatility, and the EnergyBook Pro XL, which matches the Ultra’s 18-inch screen size. Specific detailed specifications for these accompanying models, and the exact Ryzen processor variant in the Pro Ultra, are yet to be fully disclosed.
One critical piece of information for potential buyers, and a practical tip from TechTalesLeo, is the significant travel restriction associated with such a large battery. A 192 Wh battery exceeds the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) limit for carry-on luggage on airplanes. While exceptions can sometimes be made for batteries up to 160 Wh with airline approval, the Pro Ultra’s battery surpasses this threshold. This means that while this long-lasting productivity machine might seem ideal for remote work and travel, you would technically need to ship this Energizer laptop if you intended to use it in a different country. This makes for an interesting paradox: a laptop designed for incredible endurance, yet grounded by its very power source. It certainly wouldn’t be very ‘Energizer’ if it offered weak battery life, would it?