The ASUS Zenbook S 14 (UX5406SA) is the latest addition to ASUS’s Zenbook lineup, and it stands out for blending design, powerful internals, and advanced features into a slim and light chassis.
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This remarkable ultrabook successfully balances portability, performance, and premium features.
Its stunning OLED display, powerful Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, and solid battery life make it an ideal choice for professionals, students, and content creators who need a reliable, modern and versatile machine.
Design and build quality
One of the first things noticeable about the Zenbook S14 is its ultra-slim profile. At just 1.1 cm thick and weighing a mere 1.2 kg, it is incredibly lightweight, making it ideal for users who are always on the go.
The laptop’s compact design is further complemented by its robust build, presented in Scandinavian white or Zumaia grey, which adds a touch of sophistication and durability.
ASUS has not missed out on connectivity options. The laptop includes a full-sized HDMI port, dual USB Type-C ports, a USB Type-A port, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
This range of ports ensures that users can connect to multiple peripherals without needing extra adapters, which is often a pain point with ultra-thin laptops.
Display and visual appeal
The Zenbook S 14 is equipped with a 3K (2880 x 1800) OLED display, which provides an impressive visual experience.
The OLED panel produces vivid, rich colours and deep blacks, making it perfect for tasks like photo editing, video streaming, and general media consumption.
The high resolution is particularly beneficial for creatives and professionals who require precise colour accuracy in their work.
With a 120Hz refresh rate, the display ensures smooth scrolling and transitions, whether you're browsing the web or watching fast-paced video content.
The added benefit of this high refresh rate is that it reduces eye strain during extended use, a key consideration for people who spend long hours working on a laptop.
Performance and processor features
Under the hood, the ASUS Zenbook S 14 is powered by Intel's Core Ultra 7 200V processor.
This chip is not only a testament to raw performance but also introduces enhanced AI capabilities.
The integrated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) can handle up to 47 TOPS (Tera Operations Per Second), making AI-driven tasks such as real-time photo and video enhancements much faster and more efficient.
This laptop excels in everyday tasks and is also capable of handling more demanding applications, such as light video editing, photo processing, and data management.
Thanks to 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM and a 1TB NVMe SSD, users can experience fast load times and seamless multitasking, making it a reliable workhorse for productivity.
Graphics and gaming potential
While the Zenbook S 14 is primarily designed for productivity, it is also equipped with Intel Xe2 integrated graphics, providing a solid entry-level gaming experience.
Keyboard and touchpad experience
The 1.1mm key travel offers a comfortable tactile response, and the keys are quiet, making it ideal for long typing sessions in quiet environments.
The inclusion of backlit keys is a welcome feature, particularly for users who work late into the night.
The touchpad is generously sized and features a 16:10 aspect ratio, offering more space for multi-finger gestures and easier navigation.
It’s smooth and responsive, with integrated shortcuts that allow users to quickly adjust brightness or volume.
Battery life and efficiency
Despite its slim design, ASUS has managed to fit a 72Wh battery into the Zenbook S14, offering long battery life. Under mixed usage—browsing, document editing, and streaming—the laptop easily achieves 12 to 15 hours of runtime.
ASUS has also incorporated energy-saving features, such as intelligent power management via the Neural Processing Unit.
This allows the laptop to use AI to optimise power usage, ensuring longer battery life even when running background tasks.
Audio quality
The Zenbook S 14 includes a quad-speaker system tuned by Harman Kardon, delivering surprisingly rich and clear audio for a laptop of its size.
The speakers provide room-filling sound, making the device suitable for media consumption or conference calls without the need for external speakers.
While the audio quality is good for general use, audiophiles or those looking for a more immersive audio experience may still prefer to use high-quality headphones or external speakers for the best sound output.
You can now buy/preorder the ASUS Zenbook S14 UX5406SA in Kenya right at the official ASUS East Africa store.
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