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Asus Zenbook A14 review: Premium design meets performance in a thin package
Asus Zenbook A14 review: Premium design meets performance in a thin package

Time of India

time22-04-2025

  • Time of India

Asus Zenbook A14 review: Premium design meets performance in a thin package

Raiting: 3.5/5 Asus continues to refine its Zenbook series, bringing sleek design and powerful performance in a compact form factor. The Zenbook A14 is no exception, catering to users who need a lightweight yet capable laptop for productivity, media consumption, and light gaming. Priced at Rs 1,29,990, the Asus Zenbook A14 is targeted at professionals, students, and creatives. This laptop promises a premium experience with a high-resolution OLED display, robust internals, and long battery life. Wondering how this compact laptop performs? Read our complete review of the Asus Zenbook A14. Design The Asus Zenbook A14 stays true to the Zenbook legacy with its minimalist and premium aesthetic. The sleek Ceraaluminum chassis (mix of aluminum and ceramic materials) not only looks stylish but also feels durable. At just 1.3 kg, it's ultra-portable, making it ideal for professionals and students who need to work on the go. The matte finish resists fingerprints, ensuring it maintains a clean look even with frequent handling. Despite its slim profile, Asus has managed to include a respectable set of ports, including USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, and a microSD card slot, catering to diverse connectivity needs. The laptop is equipped with a ErgoLift hinge that subtly raises the keyboard for better typing ergonomics. The design also helps improve airflow to regulate the laptop's temperature. The keyboard on the Zenbook A14 are well-spaced keys with decent travel distance, offering a comfortable typing experience. Further, the keyboard is backlit, making it convenient for late-night work sessions. The feedback is tactile enough for long typing sessions, though users accustomed to mechanical keyboards may find it a tad soft. The trackpad is generously sized and supports Windows Precision drivers, ensuring smooth navigation with accurate gestures. Asus integrates its NumberPad 2.0, transforming the touchpad into a numeric keypad for quick data entry—a useful addition for professionals working with spreadsheets. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Display Display is one of the standout features of the Zenbook A14. The Asus ZenBook A14 sports a 14-inch FHD OLED display with 1920x1200 pixel resolution. The display comes with 16:10 aspect ratio and 90% screen-to-body ratio. With 100% DCI-P3 color accuracy. The screen ensures life-like color reproduction, making it ideal for content creators, designers, and professionals who demand precision in their visuals. The thin bezels contribute to an immersive viewing experience, enhancing productivity by maximizing screen real estate. The OLED technology provides true blacks and higher contrast ratios, significantly improving the depth and richness of images compared to traditional LCD panels. Whether watching high-resolution videos, editing photos, or working on text-heavy documents, the display offers superior sharpness and reduced eye strain with its anti-glare coating and low blue light emission. The addition of HDR support, including VESA DisplayHDR certification, ensures dynamic visuals with striking highlights and improved shadow details. Despite its 60Hz refresh rate, which may not cater to high-frame-rate gaming, the display is optimised for smooth animations and crisp text rendering. Asus has also incorporated glare-free technology, reducing reflections and improving visibility in bright environments. This makes the ZenBook A14's display not only a treat for casual entertainment but also a reliable tool for professional work, where colour accuracy and visual clarity matter most. Performance and battery Asus ZenBook A14 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite processor paired with 16GB of RAM and 512GB SSD space. The Snapdragon chipset of the Asus laptop ensures seamless multitasking, handling productivity applications, light creative work, and entertainment without hiccups. With up to 16GB LPDDR5 RAM, switching between multiple tasks—from browsing to video editing—is fluid and lag-free. The inclusion of PCIe 4.0 SSD storage guarantees swift boot-up times and rapid file access, further boosting efficiency. The Qualcomm Adreno X1-45 graphics provide smooth visuals, making the laptop capable of handling moderate creative workloads, such as photo editing, and even casual gaming. Whether running Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, or streaming high-resolution content, users experience responsiveness without delays. The advanced cooling system, supported by Asus' precision hinge design, maintains optimal temperatures, preventing thermal throttling during heavy usage. Despite its compact form factor, the ZenBook A14 efficiently balances power with energy efficiency, ensuring reliable day-to-day operation. While high-end gaming and intensive video rendering may require a more robust system, this ultrabook excels in productivity-driven tasks, offering speed, reliability, and smooth user experience without compromising on the portability. The Asus ZenBook A14 delivers a smooth and refined software experience, optimising productivity and efficiency through Windows 11 and Asus' custom enhancements. Preloaded with Windows 11 Home, the laptop benefits from advanced multitasking capabilities, including Snap Layouts, seamless virtual desktops, and deep integration with Microsoft 365 for enhanced workflow management. The system runs efficiently, thanks to well-optimised drivers that ensure stable performance across various applications, whether for business tasks, content creation, or entertainment. Asus has also incorporated proprietary utilities like MyASUS, which offers AI-powered noise cancellation for clearer calls, system diagnostics, and battery health optimisation. Additionally, Windows Hello facial recognition speeds up secure logins, further enhancing the device's usability. The ZenBook A14 takes advantage of Copilot+, Microsoft's AI-powered assistant designed to enhance productivity, creativity, and everyday tasks. Integrated directly into Windows 11, Copilot+ provides context-aware suggestions, real-time assistance, and smart automation, helping users streamline complex workflows. Whether summarising lengthy documents, generating creative content, or optimising settings for peak performance, Copilot+ serves as an intuitive digital assistant tailored for professionals and students. With AI-driven enhancements, search functionality becomes faster, voice commands improve accessibility, and tasks like organising files, editing text, or even coding become more efficient. Battery life on the Zenbook A14 is impressive. In our testing, the laptop managed to deliver nearly 12 hours on a single charge—sufficient for a full workday. Asus optimises battery efficiency with intelligent power management, allowing users to extend their usage further when needed. The 65W USB-C fast charging capability allows the laptop to reach 50% charge in just under 45 minutes, ensuring minimal downtime. With eco-conscious power settings, users can conserve battery life while maintaining productivity. Verdict Priced at Rs 1,29,990, Asus Zenbook A14 is a solid choice for those seeking a portable, stylish, and capable laptop. Its premium design, OLED display, strong performance, and impressive battery life make it ideal for students, professionals, and casual creators. While gaming and high-end creative tasks may require a more powerful alternative, the Zenbook A14 shines in everyday productivity, entertainment, and portability. If you're after an ultrabook that balances power with elegance, this is definitely worth considering.

ASUS "Design You Can Feel" Exhibition Opens at Milan Design Week 2025
ASUS "Design You Can Feel" Exhibition Opens at Milan Design Week 2025

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time07-04-2025

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ASUS "Design You Can Feel" Exhibition Opens at Milan Design Week 2025

MILAN, April 7, 2025 /CNW/ -- ASUS today announced the opening of its all-new "Design You Can Feel" exhibition at Milan Design Week 2025. The show explores the themes of materiality, craftsmanship, and artificial intelligence (AI) to explain the design thinking behind ASUS. Hosted at Galleria Meravigli, the exhibition runs from April 8–13 and is open daily from 10:00AM to 6:00PM. An interactive sensory experience: "Willful Wonder", a bespoke installation by Studio INI A highlight of the exhibition is Studio INI's bespoke installation titled "Willful Wonder," designed by Nassia Inglessis. This interactive piece features wing-like panels composed of an aluminum honeycomb infused with ASUS's proprietary material, Ceraluminum™. The panels respond dynamically to visitor presence, mimicking nature's sensitivity and mirroring Zenbook's slim silhouette. Touching the wings feeds data into an AI model, creating visualizations of human interactions. "Willful Wonder" symbolizes the union of humans and technology, embodying ASUS's commitment to AI, innovative design, and nature-inspired materials in crafting high-performing, lightweight, and beautiful devices. ASUS Design Thinking: The Inside Story The exhibition will showcase the latest ASUS products and the design stories behind them through playful interactive exhibits. It will encourage users to feel the lightness, duality, slimness, and sleekness of the ASUS Zenbook, the fragrance of the Adol, the outdoor functionality of ProArt, and the unique style of ROG. The exhibit delves into the heart of brand's design philosophy and allows visitors to experience the company's latest innovations firsthand. ASUS embraces a human-centered approach that prioritizes user needs and experiences. The designs are not only aesthetically pleasing but also intuitive, practical, and meaningful. ASUS Zenbook Ceraluminum™ Signature Edition ASUS is set to unveil a remarkable limited-edition series celebrating the iconic Zenbook line and its groundbreaking Ceraluminum™ material. This patented technology, created by ceramizing aluminum, boasts a fracture toughness three times higher than anodized aluminum while remaining remarkably lightweight, forms the chassis of the Zenbook S14, S16, and A14, showcasing innovation and engineering excellence. Each signature edition device is more than just a color variation—it is a testament to the commitment ASUS has to sustainability and innovative design. The release date for the Signature Edition collection is to be announced. Learn more about ASUS Ceraluminum™ by watching The making of Ceraluminum™ videos and visiting the ASUS Zenbook website. Design You Can Feel Galleria MeravigliVia Gaetano Negri 6, 20123 Milano, ItalyApril 8 to 13, 202510:00AM to 6:00PM daily Media Contact:Joy YuJoy1_Yu@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE ASUSTek Computer INC. View original content to download multimedia: Sign in to access your portfolio

ASUS Zenbook A14 review: A lightweight in every sense
ASUS Zenbook A14 review: A lightweight in every sense

Yahoo

time07-03-2025

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ASUS Zenbook A14 review: A lightweight in every sense

With the Zenbook A14, ASUS has reached a new milestone of portability. It's a 14-inch laptop that weighs just 2.2 pounds, making it feel more like a tablet than a computer when you pick it up. And with its unique Ceraluminum case, which feels like a cross between ceramic and metal, the Zenbook A14 is a more viable premium notebook than LG's chintzy ultra-light Gram lineup. But there's always a tradeoff between size and power, and in this case ASUS has delivered the slowest Copilot+ PC we've seen yet. But I suppose that just makes it a true lightweight. Now to be clear, the Zenbook A14 is a serviceable laptop for light productivity work. Since it's a Copilot+ AI PC, it comes with at least 16GB of RAM, so it can easily deal with juggling dozens of browser tabs and your typical office and photo editing apps. But the A14's Snapdragon X X1 chip limits its ability to do anything truly demanding, so don't expect it to be playing many games or rendering video. And since it's powered by that Arm chip, the Zenbook also has to run apps designed for Intel and AMD CPUs in a slower emulation. Some software won't work at all, including very old apps, and games like Fortnite that use anti-cheat software. So while the Zenbook A14 may seem like a MacBook Air killer at first glance, it's more of a reminder of how well Apple has balanced that laptop. Sure, it's half a pound heavier, but the MacBook Air can also edit videos, render 3D and play games in a pinch. You won't feel the same sort of performance limitations you'll undoubtedly encounter on the Zenbook A14. That being said, there's still an audience for an ultra-light, under-powered laptop. The A14 is an ideal machine for writing on the go, since you can travel with it effortlessly and it offers a whopping 18 hours and 16 minutes of battery life (according to the PCMark 10 benchmark). And let's face it, the Zenbook's sluggish gaming chops may actually boost your productivity. I could see it being a perfect secondary computing device if you've already got a desktop or heftier laptop setup at home. And if you really just need to browse the web, reply to emails and watch the occasional video, you probably won't notice its performance issues. The Zenbook A14 makes a startling first impression long before you see it in action. Its retail box feels alarmingly weightless, as if it only contains air and some cardboard cushioning. And once you open it up, it's hard to comprehend how a 14-inch laptop can weigh a mere 2.2-pounds. It also feels as well balanced as an artisanal chef's knife, making it easy to hold. As impressed as I was by the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 and G16 last year, the Zenbook A14 feels like a stronger example of how far the company has come from producing cheap MacBook clones. Also adding to the Zenbook A14's overall polish is that aforementioned Ceraluminum case, which simply feels nice to hold. It's warm and inviting to touch, whereas Apple's MacBooks and most other all-metal laptops almost always feel cold (especially in heavily-chilled offices). As we've seen on other recent ASUS notebooks, Ceraluminum also feels sturdy, as there's no flex on the A14's slight frame. The company clearly spent time fine-tuning the usability of such a light machine. Opening it up with one hand is effortless, thanks to a new hinge design that keeps the A14 from tilting backwards as you raise the screen. I've tested other light notebooks, including earlier Zenbook models, that required two hands: one to hold the computer's keyboard section down, and another to lift the display. I can tell you from experience that it's helpful to be able to flip open your computer with one hand while holding a crying kid in the other. The Zenbook A14 sports an impressively thin profile when it's open, but it's also well-built enough to keep its screen steady when typing on your lap. That may seem like a niche point, but I've grown to despise unstable displays on lesser thin notebooks. It's yet another sign of ASUS getting the little things right in the A14. And speaking of getting things right, I appreciated that ASUS was able to squeeze in a ton of ports: two USB-C connections, one USB Type A, a full-sized HDMI connection and a headphone jack. Apple, meanwhile, only includes two USB-C ports, a MagSafe charging connection and a headphone jack on the MacBook Air. It's a shame that all of ASUS' thoughtful hardware design is held back by the Snapdragon X X1, an eight-core system on a chip (SOC) meant for ultra-slim and low-power devices. In benchmarks and general usage, it's clearly a much slower solution than the X Elite and X Plus chips that graced the Surface Pro and other Copilot+ systems. As I mentioned up top, that's the major compromise ASUS had to make to deliver such a slim notebook, and for some, it may be a complete dealbreaker. The Zenbook A14 handled my basic productivity workflow just fine: browsing on Chrome and Edge with dozens of tabs, while also running Slack, Spotify and occasional photo editing apps. But in comparison to the Surface Pro and Laptop, it's like driving an entry-level car instead of a true luxury offering. And that's a shame since it's priced similarly to those PCs. Best Buy currently lists our review unit, which includes 32GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD, for $1,100. If those specs were paired with a better processor, I'd consider the A14 a smart purchase. Instead, it feels like a machine that should clearly be under $1,000 with 16GB of RAM and a smaller SSD. On Edge and Chrome, I noticed slight hiccups when I was jumping between tabs and multiple windows. And those were native apps developed for Arm processors! Snapdragon chips need to emulate older x64 and x86 Windows apps, which introduces even more slowdown. While writing this review in Evernote (an x64 app), the A14 would often have trouble smoothly scrolling down long notes, and it would sometimes take a few seconds to load older notes. (Evernote owner Notion says it "does not officially support ARM processors at this time," which means users are out of luck if they encounter more significant issues.) One upside to running a fairly slow processor? Excellent battery life. In the PCMark 10 battery benchmark, the Zenbook A14 lasted 18 hours and 16 minutes. That's around 30 minutes more than Dell's Copilot+ XPS 13 with a Snapdragon X Elite, and it's also two and a half hours longer than last year's Intel Core Ultra-powered Zenbook S14. I appreciated the Zenbook A14 the most when I wasn't trying to benchmark it or search for its occasional slowdowns. It's a wonderful machine to grab when you just want to focus on writing, clearing out e-mail or finalizing accursed corporate training. Its keyboard is responsive and comfortable to type on, though I wish its touchpad measured clicks more accurately. The Zenbook A14 is also great for catching up on Netflix shows in bed, since it feels practically weightless and video looks tremendous on its 14-inch OLED screen. Its speakers sound terribly tinny, though, so I'd use headphones for any serious binge-watching sessions. I was also surprised that its 1080p webcam actually produced decent footage, and it also lets you log into the A14 easily with Windows Hello IR support. Given the combined issues of Arm compatibility and a slow processor, I wouldn't recommend the Zenbook A14 as a primary computer for most people, even though it's priced like a true MacBook Air competitor. If anything, it's a bit of an experiment by ASUS to see what compromises consumers will tolerate to get such a lightweight laptop. Instead of an impossibly light and underpowered notebook, most people would be better off with something like the Zenbook 14 OLED, which currently sells for $1,050 with 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD. Sure, it weighs 2.8 pounds instead of 2.2, but it's still pretty portable. Apple's 13-inch MacBook Air, which starts at $999 with an M4 chip, is a half pound heavier than the Zenbook A14, but far more capable overall. Even the older M2 chip is faster than the Snapdragon X, and macOS has a wider selection of Arm-compatible apps, as well as faster emulation than Windows. If ASUS' goal was to make an impressively premium ultra-light laptop, it almost got there with the Zenbook A14. While it outdoes the MacBook Air in weight and value, its slow processor makes it far less capable than Apple's ultraportable. Perhaps one day, with future revisions and more capable hardware, ASUS could finally deliver a powerful near-two-pound laptop. For now, though, you're better off waiting for a discount so the A14 can serve as a secondary PC.

ASUS Announces New 'Design You Can Feel' Exhibition for Milan Design Week
ASUS Announces New 'Design You Can Feel' Exhibition for Milan Design Week

Yahoo

time06-03-2025

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ASUS Announces New 'Design You Can Feel' Exhibition for Milan Design Week

The exhibition will explore materiality, craftsmanship, and AI, the driving forces behind the ASUS design philosophy and latest innovations, including the latest Zenbook lineupTORONTO, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ASUS today announced that, following last year's success at the London Design Festival, it is bringing an all-new Design You Can Feel exhibition to Milan Design Week 2025. Taking place in a historic 1920s gallery in the heart of Milan, the exhibition will build on the success of last year's Design You Can Feel exhibition during the London Design Festival (LDF). Also titled Design You Can Feel, it will explore the themes of materiality, craftsmanship, and artificial intelligence (AI) to explain the design thinking behind ASUS products, including the latest ASUS Zenbook laptops. The exhibition will also feature an interactive installation by Studio INI. Exhibition to showcase design thinking behind ASUS products The installation will speak to the design thinking behind many ASUS products by combining sophisticated technology and engineering with material exploration and artistic expression. The exhibition will also showcase these products and the design stories behind them via playful interactive exhibits. A highlight of the event will be the ASUS Zenbook laptops – thin and light ultra-portable premium laptops that feature advanced AI tools and are clad in the proprietary ASUS material Ceraluminum™, which combines the lightness of metal with the resilience of ceramics. Zenbook's design approach is grounded in the ideas of Inspired, Immersive, Intuitive, Quiet, and Secure – qualities that are not only seen but felt. This holistic approach to design, which prioritizes both functionality and the user's emotional connection to the device, is at the heart of the Design You Can Feel exhibition. Additionally, the exhibition will showcase other ASUS models, including ProArt, Adol, Vivobook, and ROG ACRONYM laptops, with a hands-on area for visitors to experience them firsthand. ASUS Zenbook Ceraluminum™ Limited Edition: A Tribute to Nature The Milan exhibition will also debut four limited editions of the ASUS Zenbook laptop featuring special Ceraluminum chassis that draw from natural landscapes. The Ceraluminum Limited Edition collection is inspired by Earth's most breathtaking landscapes, each representing the raw power and beauty that shape our world. From laptops to sleeves and packaging, each finish is a reminder of the ASUS commitment—not just to design, but to a philosophy—to create tools that are as enduring as the landscapes that inspire them. Ceraluminum is a high-tech ceramic that is an industry-first innovation. ASUS invested four years into finetuning the precise colors, texture, and hardness. No pigment is added throughout the entire process, the distinct colors and porosity are precisely controlled by electric current, voltage, and mineral formula. As a result, it offers unmatched scratch resistance and longevity, with a unique look that pays homage to the natural world that inspired its creation. Additionally, Ceraluminum is a more sustainable material that is less hazardous to the environment, substituting the acids traditionally employed for aluminum anodization for a new higher voltage method that uses pure water. The process eliminates organic compounds, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and heavy metals from the wastewater, resulting in 100% recyclable material. To learn more about Ceraluminum, please see here: Studio INI to create bespoke installation The themes of the exhibition will be encapsulated by a specially commissioned installation by Studio INI, an experimental design and research studio. The installation will combine design, technology, and engineering with artistic expression to create a kinetic, biomimetic sculpture that reacts to visitors' presence. Key to the experience is the stimulation of the senses. Visitors will be invited to touch the installation, encountering the tactility of the ASUS Ceraluminum material. Sensors will track these interactions, with the data used to create AI-generated representations of visitors' real-world behavior. Full details will be announced in the coming months. Design You Can Feel exhibition world tour The Milan exhibition is the third Design You Can Feel exhibition, following events in Shanghai and London that showcased material innovation, craftsmanship, and AI. The Milan exhibition will expand on the themes of the previous exhibition at the biggest and most influential design event in the world. The latest Design You Can Feel exhibition will run from April 8 - 13, 2025. It will be open to the public at Galleria Meravigli in Milan. For more information, please see NOTES TO EDITORS More on ASUS at the Milan Design Week: ASUS Zenbook: ASUS ProArt: ASUS Vivobook: ASUS LinkedIn: ASUS Pressroom: ASUS Canada Facebook: ASUS Canada Instagram: ASUS Canada YouTube: ASUS Global X (Twitter): About ASUS ASUS is a global technology leader that provides the world's most innovative and intuitive devices, components, and solutions to deliver incredible experiences that enhance the lives of people everywhere. With its team of 5,000 in-house R&D experts, the company is world-renowned for continuously reimagining today's technologies. Consistently ranked as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies, ASUS is also committed to sustaining an incredible future. The goal is to create a net zero enterprise that helps drive the shift towards a circular economy, with a responsible supply chain creating shared value for every one of us. A photo accompanying this announcement is available at CONTACT: PRESS CONTACTS Media Relations ASUS Canada Redoine Taoussi ASUS Canada Public Relations Manager Redoine_Taoussi@ in to access your portfolio

ASUS Expands 2025 Zenbook Lineup in Canada with the New Zenbook DUO and Zenbook 14
ASUS Expands 2025 Zenbook Lineup in Canada with the New Zenbook DUO and Zenbook 14

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time27-02-2025

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ASUS Expands 2025 Zenbook Lineup in Canada with the New Zenbook DUO and Zenbook 14

Bringing next-gen AI performance and innovative dual-screen versatility to Canadian users TORONTO, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ASUS today announced that the new Zenbook DUO (UX8406CA) and Zenbook 14 (UX3405CA), are now available in Canada. These new additions join the recently launched Zenbook A14, the lightest 14-inch Copilot+ PC on the market, further expanding ASUS's lineup of AI-powered Zenbook laptops. The ASUS Zenbook DUO is now available at the ASUS Store, Best Buy, Amazon, and Canada Computers, with Costco joining later this year. The ASUS Zenbook 14 is available at the ASUS Store, Amazon and Shi, with Canada Computers, Costco, and Staples set to carry it later this year. Designed for power, portability, and next-level AI capabilities, the latest Zenbook models feature extended battery life, premium designs, and a customizable Copilot key, delivering an effortless blend of speed, creativity, and productivity. With cutting-edge AI tools at their core, these laptops streamline tasks, enhance security, and supercharge performance for work and play. Next-Gen AI Power with Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) Processors At the heart of these two new 2025 ASUS Zenbook laptops are the new Intel® Core™ Ultra processor (Series 2), featuring integrated AI acceleration, next-gen Intel Arc™ graphics, and an upgraded core architecture. Built for the AI era, this powerhouse processor boosts gaming, content creation, and multitasking to new heights, delivering exceptional speed and efficiency in a slim and stylish package. ASUS Zenbook DUO (UX8406​CA) The revolutionary dual-screen Zenbook DUO (2025) features twin 14-inch 16:10 OLED HDR NanoEdge touchscreens with up to 3K 120Hz resolution, seamlessly blending AI-powered performance with versatile multi-mode functionality — Dual Screen, Desktop, Laptop, and Screen Sharing — and superb mobility. Measuring just 14.6mm (0.57") at its thinnest and weighing only 1.35 kg (2.98 lbs)1, it's powered by up to the latest Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 285H with integrated NPU, unlocking enhanced AI capabilities. It also features a large-capacity 75Wh battery and includes a comprehensive array of I/O ports. The easy-to-use Zenbook DUO maximizes productivity, with zero fuss. ASUS Zenbook 14 (UX3405​CA) Zenbook 14 (UX3405CA) takes sophistication to a whole new level, with an environmentally-conscious thin-and-light design. It amplifies AI efficiency with its Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 285H and Intel Arc graphics, and offers an immersive experience with its vivid 14-inch 16:10 ASUS Lumina OLED touchscreen and powerful super-linear speakers. Later this year, an AMD-powered variant, the Zenbook 14 (UM3406KA), will join the lineup, featuring the new AI-enabled AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 processor with a 50 TOPS NPU for accelerated AI performance. AVAILABILITY & PRICING The Zenbook DUO and Zenbook 14 are now available in Canada. The Zenbook DUO is available at the ASUS Store, Best Buy, Amazon, and Canada Computers, with Costco joining later this year. The Zenbook 14 is available at the ASUS Store, Amazon and Shi, with Canada Computers, Costco, and Staples set to carry it later this year. The Zenbook 14 (UM3406KA) will also be available later this year. For detailed specifications, availability, pricing, and where to buy links, please see below. Please contact your local ASUS representative for further information. SPECIFICATIONS2 ASUS Zenbook DUO (UX8406CA) Model UX8406CA-BS91T-CB UX8406CA-DS91T-CA UX8406CA-CS71-CB Marketing Name ASUS Zenbook DUO (2025) Operating System Windows 11 Home Color Inkwell Gray Weight 1.65 kg (3.64 lbs)Weight without keyboard: 1.35 kg (2.98 lbs)Weight of keyboard: 0.30 kg (0.66 lbs) Dimensions 31.35 x 21.79 x 1.46 ~ 1.99 cm (12.34" x 8.58" x 0.57" ~ 0.78") Keyboard Dimensions 31.28 x 20.90 x 0.51 ~ 0.53 cm (12.31" x 8.23" x 0.20" ~ 0.21") Display Dual 14' touchscreens, 2880x1800, OLED, 16:10, 120 Hz, 0.2ms, 500 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3, VESA Certified Display HDR True Black 500, Pantone validated Dual 14' touchscreens, 1920x1200, OLED, 16:10, 120 Hz, 0.2ms, 500 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3, VESA Certified Display HDR True Black 500, Pantone validated Dual 14' touchscreens, 1920x1200, OLED, 16:10, 120 Hz, 0.2ms, 500 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3, VESA Certified Display HDR True Black 500, Pantone validated Processor Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 285H2.9 GHz (24MB Cache, up to 5.4 GHz, 16 cores, 16 Threads); Intel AI Boost NPU up to 13TOPS Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor 255H2.0 GHz (24MB Cache, up to 5.1 GHz, 16 cores, 16 Threads); Intel AI Boost NPU up to 13 Graphics Intel Arc Graphics Memory 32GB LPDDR5X (on board) 16GB LPDDR5X (on board) Storage 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD (1 x M.2 2280 slot) Keyboard Bilingual French English Bilingual French Webcam 1080p FHD IR Camera Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 IO Ports 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A2 x Thunderbolt 4 (PD, DP)1 x HDMI 2.1 (TMDS) 1 x 3.5 Audio Combo Jack Battery 75Whr AC Adapter Type-C, 65W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 3.25A, 65W, Input: 100-240V AC 50/60GHz universal Availability ASUS StoreBest Buy ASUS StoreBest BuyAmazonCanada Computers Costco (available later this year) MSRP C$2,699 C$2,499 C$2,399 ASUS Zenbook 14 (UX3405CA) Model UX3405CA-CS91T-CB UX3405CA-RS71T-CA UX3405CA-SS71T-CB UX3405CA-DS51T-CA Marketing Name ASUS Zenbook 14 Operating System Windows 11 Home Color Ponder Blue Weight 1.28 kg (2.82 lbs) Dimensions 31.24 x 22.01 x 1.49 ~ 1.49 cm (12.30" x 8.67" x 0.59" ~ 0.59") Display 14' touchscreen, WUXGA, 1920x1200, OLED, 16:10, 60 Hz, 0.2ms, 500 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3, VESA Certified Display HDR True Black 500 Processor Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 285H2.9 GHz (24MB Cache, up to 5.4 GHz, 16 cores, 16 Threads); Intel AI Boost NPU up to 13TOPS Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor 255H2.0 GHz (24MB Cache, up to 5.1 GHz, 16 cores, 16 Threads); Intel AI Boost NPU up to 13 Intel Core Ultra 5 Processor 225H1.7 GHz (18MB Cache, up to 4.9 GHz, 14 cores, 16 Threads); Intel AI Boost NPU up to 13TOPS Graphics Intel Arc Graphics Memory 16GB LPDDR5X (on board) 32GB LPDDR5X (on board) 16GB LPDDR5X (on board) 16GB LPDDR5X (on board) Storage 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD (1 x M.2 2280 slot) 512 GB PCIe 4.0 SSD (1 x M.2 2280 slot) Keyboard Bilingual French English Bilingual French English Webcam 1080p FHD IR Camera Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 IO Ports 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A2 x Thunderbolt 4 (PD, DP)1 x HDMI 2.1 (TMDS) 1 x 3.5 Audio Combo Jack Battery 75Whr AC Adapter Type-C, 65W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, 3.25A, 65W, Input: 100-240V AC 50/60GHz universal Availability Costco (available later this year) Canada Computers (available later this year) Staples (available later this year) ASUS StoreAmazonShi MSRP C$1,899 C$1,899 C$1,699 C$1,499NOTES TO EDITORS Product pages: ASUS Zenbook DUO (UX8406CA): ASUS Zenbook 14 (UX3405CA): ASUS Zenbook 14 (UM3406MA): Zenbook A14 (UX3407QA): Where to buy links: ASUS Zenbook DUO (UX8406CA): ASUS Zenbook 14 (UX3405CA): ASUS Zenbook 14 (UM3406MA): Zenbook A14 (UX3407QA): ASUS Zenbook Page: ASUS LinkedIn: ASUS Pressroom: ASUS Canada Facebook: ASUS Canada Instagram: ASUS Canada YouTube: ASUS Global X (Twitter): About ASUS ASUS is a global technology leader that provides the world's most innovative and intuitive devices, components, and solutions to deliver incredible experiences that enhance the lives of people everywhere. With its team of 5,000 in-house R&D experts, the company is world-renowned for continuously reimagining today's technologies. Consistently ranked as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies, ASUS is also committed to sustaining an incredible future. The goal is to create a net zero enterprise that helps drive the shift towards a circular economy, with a responsible supply chain creating shared value for every one of us. 1 Without keyboard2 Price and specifications and subject to change without notice. For the latest information please visit A photo accompanying this announcement is available at CONTACT: PRESS CONTACTS Media Relations ASUS Canada Redoine Taoussi Public Relations Manager Redoine_Taoussi@

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