ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition review
The Asus ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition ranks as the #31 laptops globally, achieving a LibraScore of 82. Across all metrics, this product stands out most for its #29-ranked features among 85 laptops. Consider the Alienware m18 R2 or Acer Predator Triton Neo 16, which offer higher scores while staying in the same price range.
Is it Worth it?
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition is a remarkable laptop that packs impressive features in a slim chassis. With its gorgeous 14-inch OLED display and powerful performance, it's an ideal choice for creative professionals and gamers alike. However, the battery life falls short of expectations, lasting only around five hours on a single charge. Despite this compromise, the laptop's excellent loudspeakers, decent thermal temperatures, and impressive video editing capabilities make it worth considering. Priced likely between RM6-7k in Malaysia, it may be a tough sell for some, but its overall value proposition makes it a strong contender in the ultrabook market.
Build
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition boasts an impressive build that complements its sleek design. The laptop's aluminum chassis exudes premium quality, with a sturdy and compact structure that makes it easy to carry around. The lid is made of magnesium alloy, adding strength without increasing weight. The hinge provides smooth, effortless opening and closing, ensuring the display remains steady at various viewing angles. Overall, the build quality of the Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition is robust and sophisticated, making it a joy to use every day. Give Asus ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED a try—it’s designed to provide an unparalleled build.
Display
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition boasts a stunning 14-inch 16:10 display with a 2880 x 1800 pixel resolution and 515 nits of brightness. The OLED panel is incredibly color accurate, making it perfect for creative work without the need for an external monitor. Additionally, the speakers on this laptop are surprisingly loud and clear, outperforming those found in many MacBook models. However, the display's brightness comes at the cost of battery life, which tops out at around 5 hours on a single charge. Get your hands on Asus ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED if you're looking for better display.
Performance
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition boasts impressive performance, thanks to Intel's more efficient manufacturing process and dual cooling fans. I was able to run a 4K video project on Premiere Pro without any issues, with smooth scrubbing through the timeline. The laptop also handled lightweight gaming well, such as Rocket League and Forza Horizon 5, although it did get hot on the top left part. The Intel Core i7 processor provided sufficient power for creative work, making this laptop a great option for those who need to edit videos or photos on-the-go. Overall, performance is one of the strengths of this device. Consider discovering the power of Asus ASUS ROG Flow X13, featuring the latest advancements in performance.
Battery and Charging
The battery life of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition is a slight letdown, lasting up to five hours on a single charge for productivity tasks. However, when performing heavy tasks like video editing or photo editing, battery life decreases significantly. A saving grace is the laptop's support for 100W USB-PD charging, allowing it to be quickly topped up with a power bank or third-party adapter. Overall, this compromise is somewhat forgivable, but I wish for longer battery life in such a portable device.
Connectivity
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition boasts impressive connectivity features, including USB-C, HDMI, and an SD card reader. It also supports Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0, ensuring seamless connections to peripherals and devices. However, battery life suffers slightly due to the added power-hungry features. For a superior connectivity, Asus ASUS ExpertBook B7 Flip could be the right choice.
Features
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition boasts an impressive array of features. Its 14-inch OLED display is exceptionally bright and color-accurate, making it ideal for creative work. The laptop also packs dual cooling fans to dissipate heat efficiently, allowing for silent operation when running lightweight tasks. A 100W USB-C charger ensures rapid refueling, while the Intel processor enables seamless video editing on Premiere Pro and smooth gaming experiences with titles like Forza Horizon 5. A better alternative might be Asus ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED, featuring a next-level features.
Support and Maintenance
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED Space Edition boasts impressive features, but its battery life is somewhat disappointing, lasting up to five hours on a single charge for light tasks and plummeting further with heavy usage. However, it supports 100W USB-PD charging, making up for this shortcoming.
Pros
1. The laptop has a very beautiful 14 inch 16 by 10 28 80 by 1800 pixel resolution oled display that is very bright when used indoors and color accurate for creative work.
2. It has impressive loudspeakers that are better than those in MacBook, sounding very loud with decent bass.
3. The laptop can handle lightweight gaming well, including games like Forza Horizon 5 without overheating too much.
4. It can run a 4K video project on Premiere Pro smoothly, even when running on battery and doing some scrubbing through the timeline.
5. The oled display is very color accurate and suitable for creative work without needing an external monitor.
Cons
1. Battery life is somewhat disappointing, lasting up to five hours on a single charge in productivity tasks.
2. When doing heavy tasks like video editing or photo editing, battery life goes down faster.
3. The laptop can get really hot when running lightweight games or performing intense tasks.
4. No pricing details for Malaysia were provided at the time of writing.
5. Battery life is not up to modern ultrabook standards, especially considering how portable the laptop is.
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