ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

fast ssd storage

excellent battery life

sharp display resolution

robust build quality

average graphics performance

no dedicated gpu

fewer usb ports

limited upgradeability

ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

compact and lightweight

decent battery life

solid build quality

includes USB-C port

average display quality

limited storage capacity

modest processor performance

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 20.8 cm x 1.39 cm 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Pine grey Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom)
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features NanoEdge display, IPS-level ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N5030 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache - 4 MB
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 605
Camera Yes - HD Yes - VGA
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amp ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 67 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (0 free)
Interfaces HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, ErgoLift System password
Repairability Index 6.6 (out of 10) 6.3 (out of 10)
Model Number KI558T EK160TS
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