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Micro Center: ASUS TUF A14 Laptop: 14" 2.5K 165Hz IPS, AMD AI MAX+ 392, 32GB, 1TB

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Select Micro Center Stores (link for reference) [store locator] have ASUS TUF A14 14" Laptop (2026 - Jaeger Gray, 90NR0PM1-M002T0) for $1399.99 valid for In-Store Purchase only.

Thanks to community member Dr. W for posting this deal.
  • Note: Availability may vary by location.
Specs:
  • 14" 2.5K (2560x1600) 165Hz 400-nit Anti-Glare IPS Display
  • AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 392 3.2GHz (Up to 5.0GHz Turbo) 12-Core / 24 Thread Processor
  • 32GB LPDDR5X-8000 Onboard RAM
  • 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive / SSD
  • AMD Radeon 8060S Graphics
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E (2x2) + Bluetooth 5.3
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • Windows 11 Home
  • 4-Cell 73WHr Battery
  • Weight: 3.26-lbs.
  • 1-Year Limited Warranty
  • Ports:
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
    • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
    • x USB 4.0 Gen 3 Type-C
    • 1x HDMI
    • 1x 3.5mm Audio Combo Jack
    • MicroSD Card Slot

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    • Our research indicates that this deal is $500 less (26% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $1899.99 at the time of this posting.
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
    • UPC: 199291379107
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Select Micro Center Stores (link for reference) [store locator] have ASUS TUF A14 14" Laptop (2026 - Jaeger Gray, 90NR0PM1-M002T0) for $1399.99 valid for In-Store Purchase only.

Thanks to community member Dr. W for posting this deal.
  • Note: Availability may vary by location.
Specs:
  • 14" 2.5K (2560x1600) 165Hz 400-nit Anti-Glare IPS Display
  • AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 392 3.2GHz (Up to 5.0GHz Turbo) 12-Core / 24 Thread Processor
  • 32GB LPDDR5X-8000 Onboard RAM
  • 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive / SSD
  • AMD Radeon 8060S Graphics
  • 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E (2x2) + Bluetooth 5.3
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • Windows 11 Home
  • 4-Cell 73WHr Battery
  • Weight: 3.26-lbs.
  • 1-Year Limited Warranty
  • Ports:
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
    • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
    • x USB 4.0 Gen 3 Type-C
    • 1x HDMI
    • 1x 3.5mm Audio Combo Jack
    • MicroSD Card Slot

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Get 1%-5% cash back on deals like this with a cash back credit card. Compare the available cash back credit cards here.
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $500 less (26% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $1899.99 at the time of this posting.
    • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
    • UPC: 199291379107
  • About this store:

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Dylawelt
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Just my 2-cents;

I bought this at a much higher price point a few months ago, and quite enjoy it. It's very portable, decent battery life (8-10W idle without much effort), easily plays the games I want, and doesn't have much fan noise even with gaming/heavy workloads. The display is great as well, high refresh rate and plenty bright. There's also a second NVME slot, which I immediately populated with another 1TB ssd. The power brick is a bit chonky, but if you're not pushing its power, you can likely get by on 100W USB-C charging while out and about.

I have three minor complaints:
•The keyboard backlight is insanely bright, even at the lowest level. Why??? It has three levels, and anything above level one is way too bright.
•Asus software still sucks. Just get GHelper, it's made using this device so much better.
•The WiFi card sucks also. Just spend the $20 on Amazon and get an AX210 card, otherwise you'll likely run into speed and latency issues.

At $1,400, I'd buy it again in a heartbeat. I spent $1,999 when buying mine to replace a Thinkpad, and while this sale hurts my soul (and wallet), it's a great device. Feel free to ask any questions you have, I'd be happy to answer them.
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I certainly remember this is slickdeals as I post here regularly, but it seems that you have forgotten. Search up G14 here and show me how long ago was it $1100 or less, it sure as heck is not constantly. Instead of being snarky, try to be aware of the current state of the PC market and component prices. The 5060 G14 isn't ever coming down to $1100, from its new inflated retail price of $2300, at least not until BF this year, and that's also a big IF because there's good chance the prices are going to be even more inflated by that time.
On second thought, here you go, help yourself: https://slickdeals.net/search?q=zephyrus+g14&searcharea=deals&searchin=first&isUserSearch=1&searchtype=normal&filters%5Bforum%5D%5B%5D=0&sort=recent&filters%5Brating%5D%5B%5D=all&filters%5Bdate%5D%5B%5D=1095&page=1
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If you don't know then why would you recommend a Mac.
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Community Reviews

This 14 inch ASUS TUF A14 stands out as a very portable Windows laptop with strong integrated graphics, a bright 2.5K 165 hertz display, and enough performance for light gaming without much fan noise. The 8060S is described as roughly 4060 class, with lower power draw and the ability to charge over 100 watt USB C. Battery life is decent for idle use, and the second NVMe slot makes storage expansion easy. The main weak spots are the Realtek Wi Fi card, which can cause poor latency until replaced, and the keyboard backlight, which runs very bright. It feels like a capable travel machine if discrete graphics are not required.

  • The 8060S integrated graphics can deliver gaming performance comparable to a 4060 while using less power and generating less heat.

    jcom86TkoddaTkodda

  • The laptop can run on 100W USB-C charging when not pushing full power, which helps for travel use.

    Dylaweltjcom86

  • The display offers high refresh and strong brightness with matte reflections handled well and minimal ghosting.

    DylaweltDylawelt

  • The system includes a second NVMe slot that supports adding another 1TB SSD for extra storage.

    Dylawelt

  • The built-in Wi-Fi card can show poor latency and unstable performance, and replacing the Realtek with an AX210 may be needed.

    mellman99Sulla52

  • The keyboard backlight can be extremely bright even at the lowest setting, which may be distracting in dark rooms.

    Dylawelt

  • ASUS software can be problematic, and using GHelper is suggested to improve the experience.

    Dylawelt

  • The Radeon 8060S reportedly lacks official FSR 4.1 support, which can limit certain upscaling options.

    Justyourdad

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Jul 28, 2026 6:44 PM
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392? that's oddly specific
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racker15Jul 28, 2026 6:47 PM
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Damn this is interesting. Keep in mind the 8060S is powerful but will use some of that 32GB (configurable). Good weight too
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SeriousActivity390Jul 28, 2026 6:59 PM
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why not g14 instead?
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Quote from Trifectah View quoted comment :
Get a Mac instead. What is the purpose of this laptop?
If you don't know then why would you recommend a Mac.
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standardstumpyJul 28, 2026 10:01 PM
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I had no idea ASUS was making something like this and honestly I'm intrigued, but the reviews are not positive
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Quote from SeriousActivity390 View quoted comment :
why not g14 instead?
If you don't mind spending another $500 just to get one with RTX 5060 and OLED, while a significantly weaker processor and 16GB soldered RAM, then yes feel free to.
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Just my 2-cents;

I bought this at a much higher price point a few months ago, and quite enjoy it. It's very portable, decent battery life (8-10W idle without much effort), easily plays the games I want, and doesn't have much fan noise even with gaming/heavy workloads. The display is great as well, high refresh rate and plenty bright. There's also a second NVME slot, which I immediately populated with another 1TB ssd. The power brick is a bit chonky, but if you're not pushing its power, you can likely get by on 100W USB-C charging while out and about.

I have three minor complaints:
•The keyboard backlight is insanely bright, even at the lowest level. Why??? It has three levels, and anything above level one is way too bright.
•Asus software still sucks. Just get GHelper, it's made using this device so much better.
•The WiFi card sucks also. Just spend the $20 on Amazon and get an AX210 card, otherwise you'll likely run into speed and latency issues.

At $1,400, I'd buy it again in a heartbeat. I spent $1,999 when buying mine to replace a Thinkpad, and while this sale hurts my soul (and wallet), it's a great device. Feel free to ask any questions you have, I'd be happy to answer them.
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[QUOTE=jtree1;185792997]How does this compare to a MacBook Pro for running AI Agents? no idea
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Quote from Renanmarc View quoted comment :
Aren't we on slickdeals?! The g14 with the 5060 constantly shows up at 1100 or less, so what you're saying only makes sense if you're not willing to wait for a sale.
I certainly remember this is slickdeals as I post here regularly, but it seems that you have forgotten. Search up G14 here and show me how long ago was it $1100 or less, it sure as heck is not constantly. Instead of being snarky, try to be aware of the current state of the PC market and component prices. The 5060 G14 isn't ever coming down to $1100, from its new inflated retail price of $2300, at least not until BF this year, and that's also a big IF because there's good chance the prices are going to be even more inflated by that time.
On second thought, here you go, help yourself: https://slickdeals.net/search?q=zephyrus+g14&searcharea=deals&searchin=first&isUserSearch=1&searchtype=normal&filters%5Bforum%5D%5B%5D=0&sort=recent&filters%5Brating%5D%5B%5D=all&filters%5Bdate%5D%5B%5D=1095&page=1
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ev1lb0ygen1usJul 29, 2026 2:52 PM
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AMD GPU, so I guess better compatibility with SteamOS for linux gaming.
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novasianJul 29, 2026 3:13 PM
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Can you natively run Windows in a Mac? Without the need for Parallel or VM
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