Infinix has officially entered the laptop market in Malaysia with the launch of the XBook 14 Neo.
Positioned as an affordable laptop for students and young professionals, this is Infinix’s answer to Apple’s MacBook Neo, offering a lightweight design, colourful finishes and a budget-friendly starting price of just RM2,199.
For the money, you’re getting a 14-inch display, a choice of Intel Core i3 or Core i5 processors, and a lightweight 1.2kg chassis. Unlike Apple’s entry-level MacBook, the Infinix also comes with a backlit keyboard and a more comprehensive selection of ports, including USB-A and HDMI.
Infinix XBook 14 Neo Malaysia pricing and availability
The Infinix XBook 14 Neo is offered in two configurations in Malaysia. Here’s the official pricing:
- Intel Core i3-1315U (8GB RAM + 256GB storage) – RM2,199
- Intel Core i5-1335U (8GB RAM + 512GB storage) – RM2,699
The laptop is offered in three colours: Twilight Purple, Shadow Blue and Volcano Grey.
The XBook 14 Neo is now available via Infinix Brand Stores nationwide, as well as its official online stores on Shopee and TikTok Shop.
As a comparison, Apple’s MacBook Neo currently retails from RM2,999 in Malaysia for its base 8GB + 256GB configuration following its RM500 price increase in June 2026.
Infinix XBook 14 Neo specs and features
The Infinix XBook 14 Neo features a 14-inch IPS display with a 1920×1200 pixel resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio. The screen offers up to 300 nits of brightness and features a 180-degree hinge, allowing users to lay the display flat on a desk.
Under the hood, the XBook 14 Neo runs on Intel’s 13th-generation Core processors, with a choice of Core i3-1315U or Core i5-1335U. Both variants come with 8GB of RAM, while storage options include 256GB for the Core i3 model and 512GB for the Core i5 version.
To keep temperatures under control, Infinix has equipped the laptop with its Ice Storm 4.0 cooling system, which uses a high-density fan with temperature-responsive speed control. There are also two performance modes that users can switch between using the Fn + O keyboard shortcut.
Despite its relatively affordable price, the XBook 14 Neo weighs just 1.2kg, making it slightly lighter than the 1.23kg MacBook Neo. Its chassis uses a combination of high-strength aluminium and carbon-fibre composite materials, along with a sandblasted finish. Infinix also claims MIL-STD-810 certification for durability.
Powering the laptop is a 55Wh battery, which Infinix claims can deliver up to 10 hours of usage, which is lower than the MacBook Neo’s claimed 16-hour battery life. The XBook 14 Neo also supports 65W USB-C Power Delivery charging, which is higher than the MacBook Neo which ships with a 20W charger.
One practical advantage of the XBook 14 Neo is its backlit keyboard with two brightness levels, something that’s missing from Apple’s MacBook Neo. It also gets dual speakers with DTS Audio and a physical switch to disable the camera and microphone for privacy.
In terms of connectivity, the XBook 14 Neo offers a generous selection of ports. There are two USB-C ports, three USB-A ports, HDMI 2.0 and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Of the three USB-A ports, two support USB 3.2 Gen 1, while the remaining port is USB 2.0.
For the USB-C ports, one is a full-function port supporting charging and display output, while the other is limited to data transfers. There’s also a Kensington lock slot for securing the laptop.
This is a notable advantage over the MacBook Neo, which only offers two USB-C ports and a 3.5mm headphone jack. With this laptop, users can connect more devices including an external HDMI display without relying on additional dongles.
Another feature worth highlighting is Infinix’s upgraded PC Connection, which supports integration with compatible Infinix smartphones and tablets. Users can mirror their phone’s screen, extend their laptop display using a supported tablet, share clipboard content and transfer files using drag-and-drop.
At RM2,199, the XBook 14 Neo offers a more affordable Windows-based alternative to the MacBook Neo, particularly for buyers who want a slightly larger screen, a backlit keyboard and a wider selection of built-in ports. However, with just 8GB of RAM across both variants, it remains an entry-level laptop for casual or light day-to-day use.
