[Gadgets] Asus Zenbook A14 Review: A Sleek and Lightweight Everyday Machine

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The Asus Zenbook series has always been the pinnacle of innovations and premium features. The company has a great lineup of Zenbook series with both Intel and AMD chipsets. Now, the brand has also added the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon processors to strengthen its position in the premium segment further. Meet the latest Asus Zenbook A14 that brings the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon X and Snapdragon X Elite processor to the masses. The brand's all-new laptop offers many premium features, including a sleek and lightweight design, a crisp OLED display, the latest Snapdragon X platform chipsets, and more. But does it make sense to go for this new machine from Asus? I have some time to spend with the device, and this is what you need to know.

Asus Zenbook A14 Design: Classy and Sassy

 

• Dimension - 310.7 x 213.9 x 13.4mm
• Weight - 980 grams
• Colours - Iceland Gray and Zabriskie Beige

One of the most interesting aspects of the Zenbook A14 has to be the design. The latest laptop from the brand is one of the lightest laptops that I have reviewed in a while. The laptop weighs just 980 grams, which is possible due to the new Ceraluminum material used by the brand.

The new material is an alloy that combines aluminium, magnesium, and ceramic elements. This material is not only lighter than traditional aluminium but also stronger and more versatile. While previous Zenbook models have featured Ceraluminum only on the lid, this iteration extends it to the entire chassis. Although you might feel a bit weird at first to touch the Ceraluminum, once you get used to it, you will definitely love its smooth texture. The Zenbook A14 is available in two colour options, Iceland Gray and Zabriskie Beige. I got the latter for review, and I must admit it surely looks unique and premium. The subtle Asus Zenbook logo on the lid looks minimalistic, while the Beige colour is surely a head-turner. It also comes with US MIL-STD 810H certification, making it a reliable and durable machine. Moreover, the ergonomics are nearly perfect, with well-rounded edges, grippy rubber feet, and a sturdy hinge design. The lid can lean back further than before but doesn't fully extend to 180 degrees due to vent placement at the rear.

As for the ports, the laptop offers a decent amount of ports for everyday usage. You get a USB Type-A port on the right side. On the left, there are multiple ports, including an HDMI 2.1 port, one Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C port, one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack. That said, the Zenbook A14 sets a benchmark for thin and light laptops without compromising on the connectivity options.

Coming to the display, the Asus Zenbook A14 packs a decent display in a compact form factor. The device is loaded with Asus' Luminous OLED panel that delivers solid blacks and contrast coupled with beautiful colours. The text appears to be crisp, and the dynamic range looks good.

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