ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 GA401 review
The Asus ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 GA401 ranks as the #683 laptops globally, achieving a LibraScore of 66. Across all metrics, this product stands out most for its #292-ranked performance among 95 laptops. Consider the Asus ASUS ExpertBook P2 or Apple MacBook Air 15, which offer higher scores while staying in the same price range.
Is it Worth it?
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 GA401 is a powerhouse in a compact shell. With AMD Zen3 CPUs and NVIDIA Ampere GPUs, this laptop delivers exceptional performance. The build quality is excellent, with a sturdy aluminum lid and magnesium alloy base. The anime matrix is an innovative feature that can display custom animations and info. Upgradability is decent, but the cooling solution is impressive, keeping CPU frequencies stable in long loads. Battery life is also commendable, lasting up to 16 hours on web browsing. Overall, this laptop is a great choice for gamers, content creators, and developers alike.
Build
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 GA401 boasts excellent build quality, with an aluminum lid and magnesium alloy base. The design is distinctive, featuring a unique anime-inspired aesthetic. The compact laptop weighs just 1.6kg and measures 17.9-19.9mm in thickness, despite housing a full-size keyboard that's comfortable to use. The power button also features fingerprint login for effortless startup. The air-flow lift hinge enhances cooling performance by increasing airflow around the intake fans. Overall, the build quality is top-notch, making this laptop feel premium and well-crafted. Consider discovering the power of Asus ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 UM462, featuring the latest advancements in build.
Display
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 GA401's display is a highlight. It features a 144Hz Full HD panel or an HDR QHD IPS1 option, which we tested. The latter boasts a good maximum brightness of 348 nits and a decent contrast ratio (1050:1). Notably, it covers the full sRGB gamut and 100% of the DCI-P3 color space, making it suitable for professionals. Additionally, it doesn't use PWM across all brightness levels, ideal for long gaming sessions. The display's performance is impressive, especially considering its compact size. You might prefer Asus ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 UM462, designed with an upgraded display for a better experience.
Performance
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 GA401 delivers exceptional performance with its AMD Zen3 CPU and NVIDIA Ampere GPU. This compact laptop is a powerhouse, capable of handling demanding tasks like gaming and video editing. In our tests, it maintained an average effective frequency of 3.5GHz while the CPU reached 87°C. The 144Hz QHD display provides stunning visuals, making it perfect for gamers. With a 76Wh battery, it lasted 16 hours and 40 minutes in web browsing and 10 hours in video playback, making it ideal for long gaming sessions or creative work. For a superior performance, Asus ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED could be the right choice.
Battery and Charging
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 GA401 boasts an impressive battery life, with our tests yielding 16 hours and 40 minutes of web browsing and exactly 10 hours of video playback. The 76Wh battery is a true standout in its category, making it perfect for long gaming sessions or content creation on the go. Charging is also swift, allowing you to quickly top up your device when needed. Overall, the GA401's battery performance is a major selling point, offering ample power and portability in a single package.
Connectivity
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 GA401 boasts impressive connectivity options, featuring an HDMI 2.0 connector, two USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 2 ports (one with power delivery and display port), two USB Type-A 3.1 Gen 1 ports, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a Kensington lock slot, ensuring seamless connections to peripherals and displays. You may find Asus ASUS ExpertBook B9 a better fit, thanks to its superior connectivity.
Features
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 GA401 boasts impressive features, including AMD Zen3 CPUs, NVIDIA Ampere GPUs, and a 144Hz FHD panel with 100% DCI-P3 color space coverage. It also features Dolby Atmos audio, AI noise cancellation, and a compact design with a magnesium alloy base and aluminum lid. If you’re after a better features, Asus ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 UM462 could be the ideal option.
Support and Maintenance
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 GA401 boasts excellent build quality and support features. A magnesium alloy base and aluminum lid ensure durability. The laptop's compact design belies its powerful specs, with a 76Wh battery that offers up to 16 hours of web browsing and video playback.
Pros
1. The updated version of the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 GA-401 has some interesting new things under the hood like AMD Zen3 CPUs and NVIDIA Ampere GPUs, so powerful hardware that is fitted in a shell of a compact 14-incher.
2. The build quality is very good, with an aluminum lid and magnesium alloy base.
3. The design of the laptop is distinctive, with an optional Anime Matrix feature that shows custom animations.
4. The device feels like a compact piece of hardware, weighing only 1.6 kilograms and measuring just 17.9 to 19.9 millimeters thick.
5. The laptop features fingerprint login on the power button, making waking up the laptop as simple as unlocking your phone.
6. The battery life is impressive, with a true king in its category, scoring 16 hours and 40 minutes of web browsing and exactly 10 hours of video playback.
Cons
1. There are only two USB Type-A ports available, which may be a limitation for some users.
2. The laptop's cooling system is shared with the GPU and CPU, which may lead to thermal throttling in intense gaming sessions.
3. The maximum possible memory configuration is limited to 32 GB of DDR4 RAM, which may not be sufficient for power users.
4. The storage option is limited to a single M.2 PCIe NVMe drive, which may not provide enough storage space for some users.
5. There is no PWM across all brightness levels on the QHD display, but it's not mentioned if this affects gaming performance.
6. The laptop's predecessor had five heat pipes, and while the new unit has an improved cooling system, it's still a concern in intense gaming sessions.
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