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Jul 27, 2022 8:13 AM

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 14" Laptop (Open Box: Excellent): Ryzen 7 5800HS, GTX 1650

$588

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Best Buy has ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 14" Laptop (Open Box: Excellent, GA401QH-211.ZG14BL) on sale for $587.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member CmlO for finding this deal.

Offer Notes:
  • Click Open Box Condition to be directed to option to purchase or or scroll down page to "Buying Options"
  • New Condition is available for $749.99
  • Condition Notes:
    • Looks brand new
    • Includes all original parts/accessories
    • Typically contains packaging
Specs:
  • 14" 1920x1080 FHD IPS-Level Display (Pantone Validated, sRGB 100%)
  • AMD Ryzen 7 5800HS 2.8GHz 8-Core / 16-Thread Processor
  • 16GB DDR4 3200MHz Memory (8GB Soldered + 8GB SO-DIMM)
  • Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 4GB GDDR6 Graphics (up to 65W)
  • 512GB PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.1
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • Ports:
    • 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
    • 1x HDMI 2.0b
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
    • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort / power delivery / G-SYNC
  • 76 WHr Battery
  • 1-Year Limited Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Open Box Condition is $162 less (21.60% Savings) over New Condition for $749.99
    • 4.6 out of 5 stars rating at Best Buy from over 200 customer reviews
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Written by CuttyBuddy
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About the Poster
Best Buy has ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 14" Laptop (Open Box: Excellent, GA401QH-211.ZG14BL) on sale for $587.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member CmlO for finding this deal.

Offer Notes:
  • Click Open Box Condition to be directed to option to purchase or or scroll down page to "Buying Options"
  • New Condition is available for $749.99
  • Condition Notes:
    • Looks brand new
    • Includes all original parts/accessories
    • Typically contains packaging
Specs:
  • 14" 1920x1080 FHD IPS-Level Display (Pantone Validated, sRGB 100%)
  • AMD Ryzen 7 5800HS 2.8GHz 8-Core / 16-Thread Processor
  • 16GB DDR4 3200MHz Memory (8GB Soldered + 8GB SO-DIMM)
  • Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 4GB GDDR6 Graphics (up to 65W)
  • 512GB PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.1
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • Ports:
    • 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
    • 1x HDMI 2.0b
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
    • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort / power delivery / G-SYNC
  • 76 WHr Battery
  • 1-Year Limited Warranty

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Open Box Condition is $162 less (21.60% Savings) over New Condition for $749.99
    • 4.6 out of 5 stars rating at Best Buy from over 200 customer reviews
  • About this Store:

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Written by CuttyBuddy

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crackerjeffbox
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While it may have started. If you email ASUS support the receipt, they will allow you to re register for the warranty. You will get the full year, I did this last year with a very similar open box deal.
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CuttyBuddy
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Most "excellent" open box items can be shipped. Typically it is shipped directly from a random store that has it in stock. I think they don't like to offer "satisfactory" or lower rated open box shipments since you are not able to confirm any product damage or which non-essential parts might be missing. They probably have more returns for based on expectations versus reality.
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ThatsNotSlick
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In my experience...

It's not particularly good imo as a "general use" laptop because the fans kick in too often for a pleasant experience (personally), and the screen size to weight ratio is actually quite bad.

It's not particularly good at gaming either because it has a GTX 1650 with a smaller than usual screen (bigger screens are better imo for gaming) that has slow response times.

It's a laptop for those who don't mind compromising on general usage experience for some gaming capability (and vice-versa)
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Jul 27, 2022 11:33 AM
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sjnromwJul 27, 2022 11:33 AM
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Fingers crossed I get a great device! Since warranty is reduced, does anyone have any tips on tests to run to rule out potential problems while I'm in the return period?
Jul 27, 2022 12:00 PM
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carethik2kJul 27, 2022 12:00 PM
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This one or the https://www.costco.com/acer-swift...73090.html ? Advice pls.
Jul 27, 2022 12:27 PM
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CharlieKEKSJul 27, 2022 12:27 PM
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$588 for GTX 1650 is not a marvellous deal. But it is fine if you urgently need a laptop.
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Jul 27, 2022 12:35 PM
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Random-slickdealer5Jul 27, 2022 12:35 PM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank

Quote from zhamilton05 View quoted comment :
Keep in mind that Asus warranty has already started so you're not getting a full 12 months on these open-box deals. I mention that because the Costco deal on the IdeaPad 5 Pro 14 is expired, BUT your friendly neighborhood Micro Center is selling the refurbished model with 90 days warranty for $499.99. I'm looking for a good inexpensive laptop with nice screen and ample power, and this one is tempting me. 16:10 ratio is just so much better for seeing more real estate on your screen. https://www.microcenter.com/produ...ished-grey
While it may have started. If you email ASUS support the receipt, they will allow you to re register for the warranty. You will get the full year, I did this last year with a very similar open box deal.
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Jul 27, 2022 12:44 PM
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TealShoe424Jul 27, 2022 12:44 PM
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Anyone able to comment on the thermals for this laptop? I need something for school and the processor in this is really good. I wont be gaming on it much.
Jul 27, 2022 12:47 PM
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PNUCKLEJul 27, 2022 12:47 PM
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Yes, this 100%. The fact that people don't know this is puzzling to me. You get a 1-year warranty on most open box items unless Best Buy states otherwise.

Quote from crackerjeffbox View quoted comment :
While it may have started. If you email ASUS support the receipt, they will allow you to re register for the warranty. You will get the full year, I did this last year with a very similar open box deal.
Jul 27, 2022 1:29 PM
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supergifts_usJul 27, 2022 1:29 PM
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FYI.

ASUS - ROG Zephyrus G14 14" Laptop - AMD Ryzen 7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 - 512GB SSD is no longer available for shipping.
Sorry about that! You still might be able to get it if you check nearby stores for availability.

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Jul 27, 2022 1:32 PM
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gigadeinJul 27, 2022 1:32 PM
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I have the 2020 version of G14 (vs. 2021 version in this post).

Pros:
Light
Can handle most games + multitask
Can change the fan program. Highest temperature that I ever reach is 87 C.
Decent community on reddit.

Cons:
Screen is not worth the 1k price tag. I use hub to connect to 2 extra monitors. Extra cost.
Wifi driver is terrible. I have wifi drop 2-3 times/week. Since I use it with docking station, I connect Ethernet cable to it.
Need to clean fan every 2-3 months
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Jul 27, 2022 1:41 PM
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BurritoSupremo
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Jul 27, 2022 1:41 PM
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Quote from JK1982 View quoted comment :
Acer swift 14 with the 3050ti is also a good option
Not made for gaming, but can game. The Zephyrus is purely designed for gaming and optimized for the form factor.
Jul 27, 2022 1:44 PM
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iluvmyshJul 27, 2022 1:44 PM
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Quote from crackerjeffbox View quoted comment :
While it may have started. If you email ASUS support the receipt, they will allow you to re register for the warranty. You will get the full year, I did this last year with a very similar open box deal.
Is that a for sure thing or Ymmv? Reason I ask is because I did that with a used netgear mesh router. It arrive DOA but the csr allowed me to reset the warranty based on my Amazon invoice. However I returned it because they were to slow to resolve my issue. I ordered another used mesh router of the same model but better condition and even more expensive. I tried to do the same thing and the new csr denied resetting my warranty. Luckily this one works.
Jul 27, 2022 1:47 PM
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iluvmyshJul 27, 2022 1:47 PM
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Quote from CuttyBuddy View quoted comment :
I feel like the only benefits of the Lenovo is that it is new with a better screen and webcam.
The G14 has dedicated graphics for light gaming, a better processor, and upgradable RAM.
Also, the Lenovo has WiFi 5 (802.11ac) versus WiFi 6 (802.11ax) on the G14 but that is usually a cheap upgrade ($20-$30) for Lenovo models since they typically have slotted WiFi.
Thanks for the input. Since I slept on it, open box is no longer avail, I guess I'll be keeping the Lenovo.
Jul 27, 2022 1:52 PM
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umjs78Jul 27, 2022 1:52 PM
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does this have anime matrix on cover?

**update**

anime matrix is for higher model
Last edited by umjs78 July 27, 2022 at 06:56 AM.
Jul 27, 2022 2:11 PM
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TalentedSoda992Jul 27, 2022 2:11 PM
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Quote from Peerless_Warrior View quoted comment :
That GPU...not even 3050 or 1660.
the screen is only 60hz refresh
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Jul 27, 2022 2:12 PM
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krnprogamerJul 27, 2022 2:12 PM
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Quote from PNUCKLE View quoted comment :
Yes, this 100%. The fact that people don't know this is puzzling to me. You get a 1-year warranty on most open box items unless Best Buy states otherwise.
Because this isnt the norm. Asus is an exception. Many tech giant companies don't reset warranty period on open boxes, not even for Excellent condition.

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Jul 27, 2022 2:21 PM
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sah0724Jul 27, 2022 2:21 PM
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Quote from ThatsNotSlick View quoted comment :
In my experience...

It's not particularly good imo as a "general use" laptop because the fans kick in too often for a pleasant experience (personally), and the screen size to weight ratio is actually quite bad.

It's not particularly good at gaming either because it has a GTX 1650 with a smaller than usual screen (bigger screens are better imo for gaming) that has slow response times.

It's a laptop for those who don't mind compromising on general usage experience for some gaming capability (and vice-versa)
I always wanted this model but kept missing deals and ended up buying a Thinkpad P14 but if I can do light gaming on the road I'll appreciate that, also this is much faster than the thinkpad.

I'm a student so I need something for class, I'm not a CAD student which I didn't know the P14 was mad for.

Anyway I'd like to buy this and sell the P14, any tips for where to sell it at? Do you think that's a good idea?

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