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Updated January 16, 2024·
If your primary concern is cost and general use, the ASUS Zenbook 14's lower price makes it a good choice as it offers a similar high-resolution OLED screen and a good build for everyday tasks. However, the ASUS Zenbook 14X, while more expensive, brings a more powerful processor, a dedicated graphics card, and double the storage and memory, which would be beneficial for more intensive engineering work, 3D applications, machine learning, or gaming. Despite the high performance, both laptops maintain a similar size and weight, although the Zenbook 14X might have slightly less battery life owing to its higher specs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14
- Good battery life
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X
- The ASUS Zenbook 14X has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook 14.
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.2
7.7
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for engineering and design, though the ASUS Zenbook 14X is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 offers a solid balance for engineering and design with an Intel i5 processor, integrated Iris Xe graphics, and a high-resolution OLED screen, making it suitable for detailed work that requires good color accuracy and processing power.
Screen Quality
8.3
8.3
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
339.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook 14 for content creation, and software development.
When considering the ASUS Zenbook 14 and 14X for general use, their high resolution and bright displays ensure clear and vibrant visuals, making tasks like browsing and document editing a pleasure. For engineering and design, both laptops boast a wide color gamut, allowing professionals to see accurate colors and fine details, essential for precise work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the laptops' lower refresh rates could lead to less fluid motion, which is less ideal for fast-paced visuals that these activities often require.
Battery
8.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 14X has 5.5 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Cost
$300
$777
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a price of $300 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X costs $777.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.6
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
339.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
339.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a less powerful CPU, half the RAM, and a slightly smaller battery compared to the ASUS Zenbook 14X, which justifies its rating as fair for general use against the 14X's good rating. Both have high-quality OLED screens, but the 14X's superior CPU and GPU combo, alongside the extra RAM, provide it with better performance, especially in multitasking, which is essential for a good general-use experience.
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.5
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has an integrated GPU suitable for light gaming and 3D work, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X includes a dedicated Nvidia MX550 GPU, which offers better performance for such tasks but still falls in the fair category. Both laptops have high-quality OLED screens with a 90Hz refresh rate, which provides smoother visuals than standard displays but might not satisfy hardcore gamers accustomed to higher refresh rates found in specialized gaming laptops.
Content Creation
7.3
7.6
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.2
7.4
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 14 and ASUS Zenbook 14X both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.8
The ASUS Zenbook 14 and ASUS Zenbook 14X both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 14 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook 14 | ASUS Zenbook 14X |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $777 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.06 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.35" | 12.25" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.69" | 8.71" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1240P | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 63 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 90Hz | 90Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 339 nits | 339 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.6/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Florian Glaser | August 2022
"Users who travel frequently and are looking for a portable laptop are in the right place with the Asus ZenBook 14. The sleek case is extremely light (1.2 kg) and surprisingly thin (1.5 cm). Outdoor use is also enjoyable thanks to the bright Full HD display, which is something that can rarely be said about laptops with TN or IPS panels. The excellent battery life complements this as well. Longer trips are no problem with the ZenBook 14. Another plus point is the high-performance Ryzen 7 5700U, which often leaves the Intel competition in the dust thanks to its large number of cores."
ASUS Zenbook 14X
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Sebastian Jentsch | April 2022
"With the Zenbook 14X, Asus has a 14-incher in its range that is - mostly - a joy to use. First, there is the colorful OLED panel with 3K resolution that displays the sRGB and DCI-P3 color spaces. The Zenbook is also at the forefront in terms of workmanship, input devices and connections with 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports and a generous keyboard layout. A pleasure to use, the Zenbook 14X is a solid, very well-built subnotebook that sits well on the table. A runtime of five hours, however, is below average for a high-end subnotebook nowadays. The OLED screensaver causes increased power consumption when in idle mode."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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