ASUS introduced the Zenbook A14 (UX3407QA-PS76) at the CES 2025 tech show, which was held at the start of the month. As part of the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Series, it offers a balance of performance, long battery life, and seamless connectivity, making it a good choice for customers who are looking for something similar to a Macbook Air that runs Windows. The laptop is now available to buy in the US.
ASUS Zenbook A14 features
The Zenbook A14 weighs 2.18 lbs (998 grams), making it one of the lightest 14-inch laptops available. This is due to its Ceraluminum chassis, which is 30% lighter and three times stronger than standard aluminum. The laptop has an Iceland Gray finish and measures 12.23 inches in width, and 8.42 inches in depth, with a thickness of 0.53 to 0.63 inches.
Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X1 processor, the Zenbook A14 is designed for efficiency. Its 70Wh battery supports up to 32 hours of video playback on a single charge. A dual-fan cooling system helps maintain performance while keeping noise levels low.
The Qualcomm Hexagon NPU enables AI-driven tasks with up to 45 TOPS (trillion operations per second). It is also equipped with the Snapdragon Seamless technology that allows for smooth file transfers, screen mirroring, and easy switching between Snapdragon-powered devices.
The Zenbook A14 includes Adaptive Lock, which secures the screen when the user steps away, and Adaptive Dimming, which adjusts brightness based on activity. For security, it has the Microsoft Pluton chip, which provides additional protection against cyber threats. It uses a 14-inch OLED NanoEdge display that features a 1920 x 1200 resolution with 100% DCI-P3 color gamut and a 60Hz refresh rate.
As for audio, it has Snapdragon Sound technology onboard to improve voice calls and audio playback by reducing background noise. The laptop has 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM for smooth multitasking and a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD for fast storage and quick access to files.
The Zenbook A14 supports Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 for fast wireless connections. It includes:
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port
- 2 x USB 4.0 Gen 3 Type-C ports (with DisplayPort and Power Delivery)
- 1 x HDMI 2.1 port
- 1 x 3.5mm audio combo jack
The laptop comes with a 65W Type-C charger that supports 100-240V AC input.
Pricing & availability
The Zenbook A14 (UX3407QA-PS76) is priced at $1,099.99 and is available through the ASUS Store and Best Buy.
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