Asus Zenbook 14 ZDNET's key takeaways The 2024 Asus Zenbook 14 is available at Best Buy for $799.
It's affordable, sports the solid hardware, and has a long battery life; all packed into a form factor that weighs less than three pounds.
As great as it is, this laptop has a tendency to run hot. $639.99 at Best Buy
The 2024 Asus Zenbook 14 has dropped to $640, a $160 discount. Act fast because the laptop is on clearance. Once all units are sold, they're gone.
Among the plethora of work laptops, the 2024 Asus Zenbook 14 stands tall. It performs incredibly well, has a comfortable keyboard, a long-lasting battery, and a bright, smooth display. There isn't a single category where this device doesn't excel. This Zenbook model was one of the best laptops I've used last year, and I still recommend it in 2025.
Also: I tried Lenovo's new rollable ThinkBook and can't go back to regular-sized screens
One of the reasons why the Zenbook is so great is its sheer versatility. The model I went hands-on with here featured the Intel Core Ultra 5, but there are additional configurations available, including with the Intel Core Ultra 7 and 9 processors supported by Intel's AI Boost. Its high degree of customizability, combined with the bold form factor, allows the model to still perform well among contemporary work computers.
Energy efficient
One of the Zenbook's shining features is its longevity. No matter which power mode the machine is set to, expect it to last most of the workday. I performed my usual test of running an endlessly playing YouTube live stream at 720p and 50% brightness.
On Best Performance, the battery ran for about 6.5 hours before dying. On Balanced, it surpassed that time by going over 10 hours. Then, on Best Power Efficiency, the Zenbook 14 lasted a solid 12 hours. Keep in mind these times were all achieved without battery saver turned on. 12 hours in 2025 is still a decent amount of time. More powerful models like the 2024 Asus Pro P16 don't last as long.
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