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Asus ZenBook 14: 14'' FHD IPS, Ryzen 5 5500U, 8GB LPDDR4X, 256GB PCIe SSD, MX450 2GB, Win10H @ $569.99 + F/S

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  • Windows 10 Home 64 Bit
  • 14" 1080P IPS 300-nits display, 100% sRGB
  • Ryzen 5 5500U 2.1 GHz (6C/12T, 4 GHz Boost, 11MB Cache)
  • 8GB LPDDR4X Memory
  • 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD
  • AMD Vega 7 + Nvidia MX450 2GB GDDR6 Graphics
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • Fingerprint Reader
  • 802.11ac 2x2 + Bluetooth 5.1
  • PORTS:
    • 1x HDMI
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
    • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support display / power delivery
    • 1x Micro SD Card Reader
  • 67 WHr Battery
  • 2.91 lbs
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LINK: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus...Id=6460365

SPEC:
  • Windows 10 Home 64 Bit
  • 14" 1080P IPS 300-nits display, 100% sRGB
  • Ryzen 5 5500U 2.1 GHz (6C/12T, 4 GHz Boost, 11MB Cache)
  • 8GB LPDDR4X Memory
  • 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD
  • AMD Vega 7 + Nvidia MX450 2GB GDDR6 Graphics
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • Fingerprint Reader
  • 802.11ac 2x2 + Bluetooth 5.1
  • PORTS:
    • 1x HDMI
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
    • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support display / power delivery
    • 1x Micro SD Card Reader
  • 67 WHr Battery
  • 2.91 lbs

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Asus Q408 series is jut the BestBuy specific model for the standard ZenBook 14 and for this specific model, it is equivalent to UM425UA model. Only difference is that the BestBuy model has some lower end configuration, like 256GB SD, which is not available in the normal ZenBook series. Also, the BB model comes with dedicated MX450 (MX350 in the previous generation), not available in the Ryzen version of ZenBook 14.
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Quote from Suryasis :
Asus Q408 series is jut the BestBuy specific model for the standard ZenBook 14 and for this specific model, it is equivalent to UM425UA model. Only difference is that the BestBuy model has some lower end configuration, like 256GB SD, which is not available in the normal ZenBook series. Also, the BB model comes with dedicated MX450 (MX350 in the previous generation), not available in the Ryzen version of ZenBook 14.
Thank you - I was wondering why I couldn't find any information. What is your opinion on this laptop for this price?
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Quote from Wisemonkey :
Thank you - I was wondering why I couldn't find any information. What is your opinion on this laptop for this price?
If 8GB is enough for you then pretty good deal. That's the only cons I can tell you. Another thing, just like the new Zenbook 14 series from 2020, no headphone jack. It comes bundled with a Type-C to 3.5mm cable.
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Decent deal, but the darn ram is non-upgradeable Frown
Last edited by mptoledo June 21, 2021 at 07:19 AM.
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Does this one have thunderbolt 4?
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Quote from ArtThatCowsMake :
Does this one have thunderbolt 4?
Currently no AMD laptops have Thunderbolt of any kind.
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You accidentally put Acer in the title, should read Asus Decent deal, but the darn ram is non-upgradeable
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@Suryasis / OP. Thank you for posting this. Where are you seeing it's 300 nits? Thank you.
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According to bestbuy question that was answered, It has a 250-nits 100% sRGB Panel.
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How does this compare with https://slickdeals.net/f/15105292-evoo-gaming-laptop-eg-lp10-bk-15-6-fhd-ips-i5-10300h-gtx-1650-8gb-ddr4-256gb-pcie-ssd-win10h-549-f-s from a budget gaming perspective?

And what does "AMD Vega 7 + Nvidia MX450 2GB GDDR6 Graphics" even mean? Is one supposed to be driving built-in screen and the other driving external monitors?
Last edited by Only1KW June 21, 2021 at 08:45 AM.
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Quote from Only1KW :
How does this compare with https://slickdeals.net/f/15105292-evoo-gaming-laptop-eg-lp10-bk-15-6-fhd-ips-i5-10300h-gtx-1650-8gb-ddr4-256gb-pcie-ssd-win10h-549-f-s from a budget gaming perspective?

And what does "AMD Vega 7 + Nvidia MX450 2GB GDDR6 Graphics" even mean? Is one supposed to be driving built-in screen and the other driving external monitors?
That one is a 4.4 lbs gaming laptop vs 2.9 lbs Ultra Portable and they are not comparable. It entirely depends upon what you intend to do with your Laptop.

And regarding your question about the Graphics, Vega 7 is the integrated GPU in the CPU and MX450 is the dedicated Graphics. There is a tech called Nvidia Optimus for more than 15 years now, which can switch between integrated Graphics and dedicated Nvidia Graphics, based on the work the laptop is doing. In that way, the dedicated graphics card is not running all the time and that conserves battery.
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Would the 2 gb dedicated video ram help keep the 8gb system ram freed up? I do some minor video editing(drone pics), but can never find a 16gb system with good battery, 300+nit screen and a strong(ish) processor. PS> I don't play games on it, so that isn't a factor.
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That one is a 4.4 lbs gaming laptop vs 2.9 lbs Ultra Portable and they are not comparable. It entirely depends upon what you intend to do with your Laptop.
As I stated, I plan to use it for "budget gaming". Why does the weight of the laptop prevent a comparison?
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2 problems: 8 gb ram, wifi 5.
wait if u r not in hurry, otherwise a good deal.
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Quote from Only1KW :
How does this compare with https://slickdeals.net/f/15105292-evoo-gaming-laptop-eg-lp10-bk-15-6-fhd-ips-i5-10300h-gtx-1650-8gb-ddr4-256gb-pcie-ssd-win10h-549-f-s from a budget gaming perspective?

And what does "AMD Vega 7 + Nvidia MX450 2GB GDDR6 Graphics" even mean? Is one supposed to be driving built-in screen and the other driving external monitors?
I'd probably look at some notebook check benchmarks on games for both the mx450 and 1650 and see what you're comfortable with (which is how I'm also comparing them atm), but for me, I think the portability of the ZenBook is more favorable IMO, unless you could find something closer to the same battery life and size as the ZenBook with a 1650, still making a compromise in power but a bit more gaming performance. The benefit of the evoo is that you can add additional Ram, making it dual channel and making even improving the FPS a tiny bit. I hear battery life is terrible on evoo, but that's kind of expected for a entry level gaming laptop. I'm concerned with the longevity of a evoo laptop, so I wouldn't purchase without that extended warranty. Better yet, look at the gateway 2060 refurb at Walmart, which may be even better value for you (essentially same designed case I think with better gpu, slightly more money)
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