To install Ubuntu 24.10 on the Asus OLED 13 (UX5304) from a new laptop with Windows, update the BIOS and firmware using the MyAsus program before installing Ubuntu.
Download Ubuntu 24.10 from the official website for a more recent kernel (6.11) compared to LTS Ubuntu 24.04 (6.8) to potentially improve hardware compatibility.
Follow Ubuntu's tutorial to write the downloaded ISO to a USB for installation and perform post-install activities like updating the system, checking for additional drivers, and updating the kernel using Mainline.
Additional steps include improving battery life by installing a battery control app, addressing USB peripheral issues by creating and running a reset script, and implementing various tweaks for a smoother laptop experience.