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ASUS
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024)
ASUS · Laptops
A redesigned 14-inch gaming powerhouse with an OLED display, Ryzen 9 power, and an unusually premium aluminum build.
4.4 88% recommend$1,599
8.8 score verified
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8.8
Excellent
The G14 is the do-it-all compact gaming laptop: premium build, a beautiful OLED screen, an…
$1,599
best of 3 sellers
Price · trend
▼ $176
AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS
Processor
Performance
9 hr
Battery Life
Battery
2880x1800
Resolution
Display
16 GB
RAM
Memory
12500
Geekbench 6 (Multi)
Performance
Why it stands out
Best-in-class build quality for a 14-inch
Best-in-class build quality for a 14-inch gaming laptop
OLED panel makes it a strong
OLED panel makes it a strong creator machine too
Thermals and battery are the main
Thermals and battery are the main compromises of the slim design
Category scores
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Performance profile
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Display 96% verified
Resolution96%2880x1800
Display Size96%14 in
Panel Type96%OLED
Refresh Rate96%120 Hz
Brightness96%600 nits
Performance 96% verified
Processor96%AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS
CPU Cores96%8
Geekbench 6 (Multi)96%12500
Graphics96%NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Laptop)
Memory 96% verified
RAM96%16 GB
Storage96%1TB SSD GB
Battery 96% verified
Battery Life96%9 hr
Design 96% verified
Weight96%1.5 kg
CONNECTIVITY 96% verified
USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-A)96%1x USB4, 1x USB-C, 2x USB-A, HDMI 2.1, microSD, 3.5mm
Connectivity 96% verified
Price trend
$1,599▼ $176
low · $1,599high · $1,780
Review sentiment
4.4OUT OF 5
8.8
Expert review score
ComparZone editorial · /10
Pros & cons
Pros
- Premium CNC aluminum chassis, light for its class
- Excellent 3K 120Hz OLED display
- Strong gaming performance from RTX 4070
- Good keyboard and large haptic touchpad
Cons
- Runs warm and can get loud under sustained load
- Battery life is mediocre while gaming
- Dropped the AniMe Matrix lid from prior gen
- Limited port selection for a gaming laptop
When should you buy?
Good time to buy
Launch pricing started near $1,599 for mid configs, with frequent retailer markdowns of $150-$300 on RTX 4060 and 4070 trims during seasonal sales.
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From the community
QDoes it have an SD card reader for offloading camera footage?
It includes a microSD reader rather than a full-size SD slot, so you may need an adapter or external reader for standard SD cards.
QCan I upgrade the RAM after purchase?
The G14 uses a mix of soldered and one accessible SO-DIMM slot depending on configuration, so upgrade headroom is limited. Buy the memory you need up front to be safe.
Frequently asked
Can the G14 handle 1440p gaming?
Yes, especially the RTX 4070 model. Many titles run well at the panel's 3K resolution with DLSS enabled, and esports games hit high frame rates easily. Very demanding AAA games may need some settings adjustments.
Is OLED burn-in a concern for gaming?
OLED can be susceptible to burn-in over very long static use, but ASUS includes panel-protection features like pixel shifting and screen dimming. For typical mixed gaming and productivity use it is not a major worry.
How is battery life for everyday work?
For browsing and office tasks you can expect most of a workday on the OLED panel at moderate brightness. Battery drops sharply during gaming, so keep the charger handy for play sessions.
