Asus ZenBook 14 UM425vsAcer Nitro 17

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Asus
ASUS ZenBook 14 UM425
ZenBook 14 UM425

Quick Stats

The ZenBook 14 UM425 performs well in office tasks but struggles with gaming due to limited integrated graphics capabilities.
The ASUS ZenBook 14 UM425 boasts an extremely lightweight yet durable and sturdy build overall.
The ASUS ZenBook 14's display excels at everyday use, offering vibrant colors and sharp visuals consistently.
The ASUS ZenBook 14 UM425 boasts a powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor and integrated graphics card.
Acer
Acer Nitro 17
Nitro 17

Quick Stats

The Acer Nitro 17's performance is a letdown despite its impressive specs and powerful hardware capabilities.
The Acer Nitro 17's build quality is mediocre due to flimsy chassis and poorly applied logo design.
The Acer Nitro 17's display boasts sharpness, smoothness, and excellent color accuracy with a high refresh rate.
The Acer Nitro 17 features a 2K 165Hz display, ideal for gaming and graphic design needs.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Asus ZenBook 14 UM425
#441
Acer Nitro 17
Winner
#437
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus ZenBook 14 UM425
#672
Acer Nitro 17
#147
Winner
Display
Asus ZenBook 14 UM425
#618
Acer Nitro 17
#575
Winner
Performance
Asus ZenBook 14 UM425
#386
Acer Nitro 17
#178
Winner
Build
Asus ZenBook 14 UM425
#23
Winner
Acer Nitro 17
#406
Features
Asus ZenBook 14 UM425
#253
Acer Nitro 17
#199
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus ASUS ZenBook 14 UM425
Acer Acer Nitro 17
up to 16GB
up to 32GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX
Intel Core i7-13700HX
NVIDIA GeForce MX450 (GDDR5, 25W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 140W)
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 See photo
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus ZenBook 14 UM425

Strengths

Extremely light, weighing only about 1 kg
Sophisticated and elegant brushed metal aluminium finish
Compact design with integrated number pad into the mouse touchpad
Fast USB Type-C ports that can hit speeds up to 1 gigabyte per second
Good performance for basic office work with PC Mark score of 4788
Long battery life, lasting around 10 hours on basic applications

Weaknesses

Not suitable for serious gaming, achieving less than 30 fps on 1080p resolution
Lacks a headphone jack, requiring Bluetooth or USB speakers
Battery life may be short when used for gaming, lasting only around 2 hours
May not be the best choice for those who want a laptop primarily for gaming
Only one Type-C port is available for charging and data transfer
Priced at $1.6k Singapore dollars, which may be steep for some

Acer Nitro 17

Strengths

The Acer Nitro 17 has a solid feel with sharp lines, four Zone RGB LED lines on the keyboard system, and a rough gaming design that's reminiscent of the old days.
The device has a unique way of operating, but it helps to understand how it controls its performance
The CPU is an i7-13700H which is not too different from the i712700h
The RTX 4060 GPU is better than last year's 3060 and can usually push up to 120 and 130 FPS at 2K and high settings in games like Halo
The laptop surface stays cool even during gaming sessions, with temperatures around 70 degrees Celsius for the CPU
The screen has a 2K and 165 Hertz display that's both sharp and smooth, making it great for playing AAA games without needing an external monitor
The device can push CSGO over 300 and 400 FPS, as well as many other games at 2K resolutions

Weaknesses

The performance of the device is only on paper, and in reality, the CPU and GPU almost never reached their maximum power
The laptop's build quality is only decent in its segment, with a poorly applied logo that peels off easily
The chassis still makes a glossy plastic finish, which can be unstable in terms of build quality
The device's performance was lower than expected during gaming sessions, with FPS dropping to around 80-90 compared to other laptops with the same RTX 4060
It's unclear why Acer increased the power supply for the RTX 4060 to 140 Watts when in reality it never achieved the performance even in Turbo mode
The device's cooling system is excellent, but it can be misleading as it may be due to power limitation rather than actual cooling
Some of the design elements, such as the logo and chassis finish, are not well-made and can be distracting
Read Full Reviews

Asus ZenBook 14 UM425

The ASUS ZenBook 14 is a compact and lightweight laptop designed for work on-the-go. Weighing in at just over 1kg, this 14-inch device boasts an elegant brushed metal aluminum finish and a seamless design that makes it easy to carry around. Powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 processor and featuring integrated graphics, the ZenBook 14 delivers impressive performance for everyday office tasks. But can it handle gaming? That's what we'll explore in our review of this ultra-portable laptop.

Acer Nitro 17

The Acer Nitro 17 is the bigger, stronger version of the Nitro 5, boasting a Core i7-13700H and an RTX 4060 GPU. While I was excited to see the device's full potential, my experience was underwhelming. The laptop's design, with its sharp lines and RGB LED keyboard, has a solid feel but is marred by poor build quality. I'll delve into the performance aspects in this review, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of the Acer Nitro 17.

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