ASUS Announces New Zenbook A14 and Zenbook S14 Configurations, Exclusively Available at Best Buy in the United States
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ASUS has announced new configurations of the Zenbook A14 and Zenbook S14 laptops, exclusively available at Best Buy in the United States. The Zenbook A14 (UX3407), priced at $999.99, features a Snapdragon X Plus processor, 70Wh battery with up to 32 hours of battery life, and is the first ASUS laptop with an all-Ceraluminum build, weighing only 2.4lbs.
The Zenbook S14 (UX5406), priced at $1,599.99, comes with an Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processor, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, and a 72Wh battery. Both models feature ASUS Lumina OLED displays, with the S14 offering a 3K 120Hz screen. The devices will be available in early Q2 2025, with the A14 in Zabriskie Beige and S14 in Zumaia Gray.
Positive
- Exclusive Best Buy partnership strengthens retail presence
- Premium pricing strategy with $999.99 and $1,599.99 price points
- Advanced features including AI capabilities and OLED displays position products competitively
- Innovative Ceraluminum material provides competitive advantage in build quality
Negative
- distribution channel through single retailer (Best Buy) may restrict sales potential
- Higher price points might limit market accessibility
- Delayed availability of S14 model could impact sales momentum
Combining exceptional power, premium features, and ultra-portability – all in one elegant package
ASUS Zenbook A14: Unload. Unplugged. Unlimited.
ASUS Zenbook A14 (UX3407), now available in Zabriskie Beige, features the efficient Snapdragon® X Plus processor and is equipped with a high capacity 70Wh battery – boasting up to 32 hours of battery life1 to ensure no interruption over the course of multiple working days. With a Qualcomm® Hexagon™ NPU (up to 45 TOPS) for AI tasks, the Zenbook A14 offers advanced Copilot+ PC experiences, providing real-time insights, performance optimization, and enhanced responsiveness for multi-tasking and productivity. Users can expect seamless video playback, efficient app loading, and rapid task switching. With an ASUS Lumina OLED display, users can rely on true-to-life colors for entertainment, browsing, and more. The Zenbook A14 is also the first ASUS laptop to have an all-Ceraluminum™ build2 – a sumptuously tactile material that's
ASUS Zenbook S14: Precision Crafted, Performance Driven
ASUS Zenbook S14 (UX5406) is an ultraportable laptop that blends performance with sophistication. Featuring a Ceraluminum™ finish on the lid and utilizing cutting-edge CNC technology, the Zenbook S14 achieves a remarkable thinness of just under half an inch thin while housing top-of-the-line components, including the Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 258V processor (achieving up to 47 NPU TOPS), 32GB of RAM, a 1TB PCIe® 4.0 SSD, and an advanced vapor-chamber cooling system. To complement its exceptional power, the Zenbook S14 features a long-lasting 72Wh battery and a full range of I/O ports. Additionally, WiFi 7 with ASUS WiFi Master Premium certification ensures the fastest, most reliable connections. The Zenbook S14 includes a 3K 120Hz ASUS Lumina OLED display and a four-speaker sound system to deliver a truly immersive and lifelike audiovisual experience.
AVAILABILITY & PRICING
ASUS Zenbook A14 (UX3407QA-X1P512) in Zabriskie Beige, priced at
ASUS Zenbook S14 (UX5406SA-S14.U732G1T) in Zumaia Gray, priced at
For additional information, please visit https://www.asus.com/us/ or contact your local ASUS representative. To join the ASUS
SPECIFICATIONS3
ASUS Zenbook A14 (UX3407) | |
Model | UX3407QA-X1P512 |
Marketing Name | Zenbook A14 |
Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
Color | Zabriskie Beige |
Material | Magnesium Aluminum |
Weight | 2.40lbs |
Dimensions | 12.23" x 8.42" x 0.53" ~ 0.63" |
Display | OLED, 14", 60Hz, 1920x1200, |
Processor | Snapdragon® X Plus X1P 42 100; Qualcomm® |
Graphics | Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU |
Memory | 16GB LPDDR5X (on board) |
Storage | 512GB M.2 NVMe™ PCIe® 4.0 SSD |
Webcam | FHD IR Camera |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.3 |
IO Ports | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10Gbps) 2x USB 4.0 Gen 3 Type-C with support for display / 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack |
Battery | 70Whr |
AC Adapter | TYPE-C, 65W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, |
MSRP | |
ASUS Zenbook S14 (UX5406) | |
Model | UX5406SA-S14.U732G1T |
Marketing Name | Zenbook S14 |
Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
Color | Zumaia Gray |
Material | Aluminum |
Weight | 2.65lbs |
Dimensions | 12.22" x 8.45" x 0.47" ~ 0.51" |
Display | OLED, 14", 120Hz, 2880 x 1800, |
Processor | Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 258V; Intel® AI Boost NPU |
Graphics | Intel® Arc™ Graphics |
Memory | 32GB LPDDR5X (on board) |
Storage | 1TB M.2 NVMe™ PCIe® 4.0 SSD |
Webcam | FHD IR Camera |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 |
IO Ports | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (data speed up to 10Gbps) 2x Thunderbolt™ 4 with support for display / 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack |
Battery | 72Whr |
AC Adapter | TYPE-C, 65W AC Adapter, Output: 20V DC, |
MSRP | |
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1 Battery tests conducted by ASUS on August 7, 2024, using the 1080p video playback scenario. Test configuration: Zenbook A14 (UX3407), FHD OLED panel, Qualcomm Snapdragon® X CPU, 1TB SSD, 32GB RAM. Test settings: WiFi enabled but disconnected (not connected to any access point), Windows Power Plan. Battery life varies with use and settings.
2 The Zenbook A14's lid, keyboard frame, and base (UX3407) are made with a magnesium-aluminum alloy treated with Ceraluminum™.
3 Specifications, content, and product availability are all subject to change without notice and may differ from country to country. Actual performance may vary depending on applications, usage, environment, and other factors. Battery life will vary depending on various factors including product model, configuration, loaded applications, features, use, wireless functionality, and power management settings. The maximum capacity of the battery will naturally decrease with time and usage. Full specifications are available at https://www.asus.com/.
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