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

$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:
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  • 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

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Best Buy has a lower spec'd Zephyrus G14 on sale for $750 as part of the "Deal of the Day". The better deal IMO is the excellent open box option for $588. It's definitely not for a hardcore gamer but the build quality, processor, RAM, and dedicated graphics in a 3.64 pound chassis is hard to beat for this price.

Keep in mind there is no webcam on this generation G14 models. The speakers are pretty decent and battery life is good with 5800HS. I highly recommend turning off the "breathing" lights in Armory Crate when the laptop sleeps. I find it annoying and many reviewers agree.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus...Id=6466255

14" Full HD (1920 x 1080) @ 60Hz (300 nits)
Ryzen 7 5800HS (8 core, 16 thread)
512GB SSD (upgradeable)
16GB DDR4 RAM (8GB soldered + 8GB removable)
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 (4GB)
Backlit keyboard (No RGB - white only)
76Wh battery
1x USB-C (3.2 gen 2) with power delivery, DisplayPort and G-Sync
1x USB-C (3.2 gen 2)
2x USB-A (3.2 gen 1)
HDMI (can't find version listed)
WiFi 6 (802.11ax)
Windows 11 Home
3.64 pounds
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Model: ASUS - ROG Zephyrus G14 14" Laptop - AMD Ryzen 7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 - 512GB SSD - Eclipse Gray

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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.
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.
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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code65536
07-27-2022 at 04:24 AM.
07-27-2022 at 04:24 AM.
Quote from AmusedPlastic6071 :
LInk? Same price?
It's a great laptop. Thin-and-light with a 3050Ti. But definitely not the same price. Lowest new price was $900. Refurb was somewhere between $700 and $800, I think?
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07-27-2022 at 04:25 AM.
07-27-2022 at 04:25 AM.
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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sjnromw
07-27-2022 at 04:33 AM.
07-27-2022 at 04:33 AM.
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?
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07-27-2022 at 05:00 AM.
07-27-2022 at 05:00 AM.
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CharlieKEKS
07-27-2022 at 05:27 AM.
07-27-2022 at 05:27 AM.
$588 for GTX 1650 is not a marvellous deal. But it is fine if you urgently need a laptop.
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07-27-2022 at 05:35 AM.

Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank crackerjeffbox

07-27-2022 at 05:35 AM.
Quote from zhamilton05 :
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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TealShoe424
07-27-2022 at 05:44 AM.
07-27-2022 at 05:44 AM.
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.
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07-27-2022 at 05:47 AM.
07-27-2022 at 05:47 AM.
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 :
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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07-27-2022 at 06:29 AM.
07-27-2022 at 06:29 AM.
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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gigadein
07-27-2022 at 06:32 AM.
07-27-2022 at 06:32 AM.
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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07-27-2022 at 06:41 AM.
07-27-2022 at 06:41 AM.
Quote from JK1982 :
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.
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07-27-2022 at 06:44 AM.
07-27-2022 at 06:44 AM.
Quote from crackerjeffbox :
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.
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07-27-2022 at 06:47 AM.
07-27-2022 at 06:47 AM.
Quote from CuttyBuddy :
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.
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07-27-2022 at 06:52 AM.
07-27-2022 at 06:52 AM.
does this have anime matrix on cover?

**update**

anime matrix is for higher model
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07-27-2022 at 07:11 AM.
07-27-2022 at 07:11 AM.
Quote from Peerless_Warrior :
That GPU...not even 3050 or 1660.
the screen is only 60hz refresh
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