The whisper-thin Asus Zenbook A14, first creating buzz at CES 2025, has finally arrived at US store shelves. This featherlight and capable laptop is now available.
Zenbook A14 Pricing and Configuration
Asus conceptualized the Zenbook A14 to range from $899 to $1500 for top-tier models. The initial configuration in the US is priced at $1100, offering a mix of features. Let's explore its specifications.
Snapdragon X Power Under the Hood
This Zenbook A14 configuration includes:
- Awesome OLED Display: 1920 x 1200 OLED display for vibrant visuals.
- Ample Memory: 32GB of LPDDR5x RAM for fluid multitasking.
- Fast Storage: 1TB PCIe 4.0 M.2 2280 SSD for fast loading and ample space.
- Snapdragon X Power: Octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon X1-26-100 processor.
Find it now directly from Asus or at Best Buy.
Snapdragon X1-26-100: A Closer Look
The Snapdragon X1-26-100 chip is the most basic Snapdragon X CPU, intended for more affordable machines. Its presence in an $1100 Zenbook is notable. While designed for laptops starting around $600, it powers this higher-priced model.
This chip features 8 high-performance Qualcomm Oryon CPU cores, clocked up to 3 GHz, and a 45 TOPS NPU for on-device AI. Paired with the OLED display, RAM, and storage, it handles general tasks and demanding workloads effectively, though not hardcore gaming.
Premium Design and Features
The ZenBook A14 emphasizes finer details:
- Ceraluminum Chassis: Magnesium-aluminum alloy with a ceramic-like finish. Lighter and stronger than regular aluminum, providing an upmarket feel.
- All-Ceraluminum Body: First laptop using Ceraluminum for the entire body.
- Battery and Connectivity: 70 Wh battery, 65W charging, FHD IR webcam with Windows Hello, WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, dual USB4 Type-C, and HDMI 2.1.
Portability Redefined
Portability is key. The Zenbook A14 weighs 2.2 pounds and is 0.53″ to 0.63″ slim. It offers exceptional portability.
More Affordable Options Coming
A more budget-friendly $900 configuration will be available at Best Buy later in the first quarter of 2025. A more affordable Zenbook A14 is anticipated soon.
