Asus Zenbook 14" Laptop model: UX430UA-BH51-CB
I had a few things to say about this laptop
Watch the video below to hear why you should (or shouldn't) get it for yourself. I recorded this during the March 15th, 2019 live stream. The video below starts right when we started discussing the Asus Zenbook 14" Laptop.
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Quick Description
This laptop is worth considering, especially if you get a lot of work done away from your desk and need something stylish on your arm to dash from meeting to meeting.
This laptop stood out to me on 11 occasions while compiling the weekly Tech Worth Buying Newsletter. It was most recently selected on 2019-05-10, selling for $750.
Other Considerations
Here are a few things about this laptop which could come as a surprise. For each point, you will find how to fix it (if it's an issue) and how much to budget for it. Not every point below will be a concern, but hopefully, we can keep your surprises to a minimum.
No Optical Drive. If you still use CDs, DVDs, or Blu-Ray disks on a regular basis, you will need an external drive to read them with this laptop.$30+
No Number Pad. If you primarily work with numbers, the lack of a number pad on this laptop could be inconvenient. You have the option of using an external number pad to remedy that, especially if you only need it on occasion.$20+
Assuming you are starting over fresh, you can expect to spend $20 on accessories.
Currently out-of-stock everywhere I've looked.
It was last seen on 2020-10-27, priced at $699.97.
Based on 846 days of observation, the Asus Zenbook 14" Laptop usually costs ~$750 in Canada. The lowest price on record for this laptop is $649.99.
Scroll down to find charts comparing the Asus Zenbook 14" Laptop to similar devices, to see how well it runs your favorite apps and to find where it can be bought from.
Pricing
History
Here's how this device has been priced up to now:
Sorry, this laptop is currently out-of-stock for every Canadian retailer I've looked at.
Look for Similarly-Priced AlternativesSpecs
Here's how the Asus Zenbook 14" Laptop ranks compared to similar devices. The more stars there are, the better (except for the price row).
The Meaty details
The Specs
The features
- Built-in Media Card Reader
- Webcam / Front-Facing Camera / Selfie Cam
- Built-in Microphone
- Built-in Speakers
- Bluetooth 4
- Wi-Fi a
- Wi-Fi ac
- Wi-Fi b
- Wi-Fi g
- Wi-Fi n
- USB 3
- 3.5mm Headphone+Microphone combo jack
- USB 2
- USB Type-C
- USB Type-A
- Multiple Monitor Support
- Fixed storage: Solid State (very fast)
- HDMI (Micro)
- USB 3.1
- Built-In Keyboard
- Paired Memory
- Fingerprint Sensor
Repair / Upgrade Options
| Score | Ease of Maintenance | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Replacement | 6/10 | A technician can help you with that |
| Memory Upgrade | 0/10 | Can't be repaired or updated |
| Data Storage | 8/10 | Easy project for an enthusiast |
| Graphics Upgrade | 0/10 | Can't be repaired or updated |
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Official Support Page for this ProductWhat it's capable of
Here are the tasks this computer can handle and how easily it'll breeze through it. A 5-star rating means it should handle the task at a professional level, a 1-star rating means it can do it, but it likely won't be a pleasant experience.
Activities it will handle
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Web & Communication
The basics Design Websites -
Audio & Visual medias
The basics Music Production Drawing and Illustrations Photo Editing Video Editing -
Texts & Numbers
The basics -
Video Games
Casual and Mobile Games Enthusiast Games Triple-A Video Games -
3D and CAD
The basics
Programs, Apps and Games it will handle
Activity ratings are good but sometimes, you want to be absolutely sure your next purchase will be able to run a specific piece of software.
A 1 star rating means the program'll be usable (according to the developer's own definition; some are more demanding than others); 3 stars mean recommended specs are met with this device; 5 stars will means you will have plenty of overhead to handle uncommon uses of that program like mods, plug-ins and more.
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