ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2023)

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2023)

Manufacturer	ASUS
Product family	ROG Zephyrus
Release date	January 2023 (2023-01)
Introductory price	USD 1500 to 3000
Discontinued	No
Operating system	Windows 11 Home (Can be configured with Windows 11 Pro)
CPU	AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS
Memory	16 GB or 32 GB DDR5-4800 (supports up to 48 GB)
Memory slots	1 user accessible (supports up to 32 GB)
Storage	512 GB or 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
Storage slots	1 user accessible
Removable storage	1 x microSD (UHS-II)
Display	Screen size: 14 inch Panel type: IPS or Mini LED Coating: Anti-glare Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) or 1920 x 1200 (FHD+) Aspect ratio: 16:10 Refresh rate: 144 Hz or 165 Hz Brightness: 500 or 600 Nits sRGB: 100 % Adobe RGB: 75.35 % P3: 100 % VRR: G-Sync Screen-to-body ratio:
Graphics	Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop 6 GB GDDR6 95 W w/ Dynamic Boost Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop 6 GB GDDR6 120 W w/ Dynamic Boost Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop 8 GB GDDR6 125 W w/ Dynamic Boost Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop 8 GB GDDR6 125 W w/ Dynamic Boost Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop 12 GB GDDR6 125 W w/ Dynamic Boost Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop 16 GB GDDR6 125 W w/ Dynamic Boost
Sound	4-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology Hi-Res certification (for headphone)
Camera	Front: 1080p FHD IR Camera for Windows Hello
Touchpad	Glass, 4.7 inches (12 cm) x 3 inches (7.6 cm)
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) (Triple band) 2*2 Bluetooth 5.3 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-A) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-C, DP 1.4) 1 x USB 4 (Type-C, DP 1.4, 100W PD) 1 x HDMI 2.1 1 x 3.5mm headphone/microphone jack 1 x microSD (UHS-II)
Dimensions	W: 12.28 inches (31.2 cm) D: 8.94 inches (22.7 cm) H: 0.73 inches (1.9 cm) to 0.81 inches (2.1 cm)
Mass	3.64 pounds (1.65 kg) to 3.79 pounds (1.72 kg)
Power brick	240W slim 3-pin proprietary AC adapter (US)
Battery	4 cell Li-Polymer 76 Wh
Keyboard	1-zone RGB backlit, white (US) Standard full size layout
Chassis	Color: White or Black Materials: Magnesium alloy chassis with aluminum lid Cooling: Dual-fan quad-radiator thermal module with vapor chamber and liquid metal on CPU
Number pad	No
Fingerprint reader	No
Facial recognition	Yes (Windows Hello)
Special features	AniMe Matrix™
Predecessor	ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2022)
Website	ASUS

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The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2023) is a high-performance, ultra-portable gaming laptop featuring AMD Ryzen 7000 series processors and Nvidia GeForce RTX 40 series GPUs. It is designed for gamers and content creators who require a powerful yet compact device. Available configurations vary by store and location.

Primary Hardware

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Processor

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2023) can come with the following processors:

• AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS with 8 cores and 16 threads, 16 MB L3 cache, and a max boost frequency of 5.2 GHz.
• AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS with 8 cores and 16 threads, 16 MB L3 cache, and a max boost frequency of 4.7 GHz.

The Ryzen 9 7940HS is noted for its impressive performance, being the fastest 8-core laptop processor in both single and multi-core scores. It shows a 15% improvement in single-core and 29% in multi-core performance compared to the previous year's model. The Ryzen 7 7735HS, while using last year’s Zen3+ architecture, still offers solid performance for most tasks.

Performance sustainability is good but not perfect, with the CPU power level running much higher when the GPU isn’t active, maxing out around 80 watts in manual mode. However, performance lowers when running on battery power, particularly in multi-core tasks.

Benchmarks:

• Cinebench R23:
  • Ryzen 9 7940HS: ~17315 pts (multi-core), ~1762 pts (single-core)
  • Ryzen 7 7735HS: Not specified

Graphics

In addition to the integrated Radeon 780M, the Zephyrus G14 (2023) ships with the following discrete GPUs:

• Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU with 6 GB GDDR6 memory, 1782 MHz boost clock, and 95 W TGP.
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU with 6 GB GDDR6 memory, 2405 MHz boost clock, and 120 W TGP.
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU with 8 GB GDDR6 memory, 2300 MHz boost clock, and 125 W TGP.
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU with 8 GB GDDR6 memory, 2030 MHz boost clock, and 125 W TGP.
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU with 12 GB GDDR6 memory, 1715 MHz boost clock, and 125 W TGP.
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU with 16 GB GDDR6 memory, 1505 MHz boost clock, and 125 W TGP.

The RTX 4060 performs well in gaming, though it is slightly behind other high-powered RTX 4060 laptops. It shows a 40% lead in Control compared to last year's Radeon 6800S graphics. The RTX 4090, on the other hand, performs exceptionally well, with stable performance during long workloads and a significant increase in performance compared to previous models.

Benchmarks:

• 3DMark Time Spy:
  • RTX 4060: ~10528 pts
  • RTX 4090: ~16719 pts
• 3DMark Fire Strike:
  • RTX 4090: ~34720 pts
• Cyberpunk 2077 (1920x1080 Ultra):
  • RTX 4090: ~105.43 fps
• The Witcher 3 (1920x1080 Ultra):
  • RTX 4090: ~150.6 fps

Memory

The Zephyrus G14 (2023) supports up to 48 GB DDR5-4800 memory, with 16 GB or 32 GB configurations available. The laptop has one user-accessible SO-DIMM slot, allowing for future upgrades.

Adding an extra stick of memory provides a performance boost, particularly in productivity tasks. For example, a 35% higher score in Adobe Photoshop and a 15% increase in Adobe Premiere were observed with additional RAM.

Benchmarks:

• Adobe Photoshop: 35% higher score with additional RAM
• Adobe Premiere: 15% higher score with additional RAM

Storage

The Zephyrus G14 can ship with either a 512 GB or 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. The laptop has a single M.2 slot available for upgrades.

The installed SSD provides fast read and write speeds, but users may need to upgrade to 1 TB for better usability, as the 512 GB SSD was found to be insufficient for testing needs.

Benchmarks:

• CrystalDiskMark 5/6 Read Seq Q32T1: ~7113 MB/s
• AS SSD Score Total: ~9147 Points

Co-processors

The Zephyrus G14 (2023) does not have any dedicated co-processors.

Input Devices

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Keyboard

The Zephyrus G14 features a backlit chiclet keyboard with 1-zone RGB lighting. The keyboard offers good travel and firm click response, making it suitable for both gaming and typing tasks.

The typing experience is solid, with good feedback and spacing. The Aura key on F4 allows for cycling through built-in effects, though RGB options are limited on the white backlit model.

Touchpad

The Zephyrus G14 comes with a glass touchpad that measures 4.7 inches (12 cm) x 3 inches (7.6 cm).

The touchpad is smooth and accurate, providing a good user experience. It handles everything smoothly, from swipes to taps and gestures.

Webcam

The Zephyrus G14 features a 1080p FHD IR camera for Windows Hello.

The webcam provides better image quality for video calls compared to previous models, and the IR feature allows for convenient face recognition login.

Microphone

The Zephyrus G14 comes with a built-in 3-microphone array with AI noise-canceling technology.

The microphone quality is decent for video calls and recordings, providing clear audio without significant background noise.

Output Devices

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Display

The Zephyrus G14 (2023) offers several display options:

• 14-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) IPS-level, 165 Hz, 500 Nits, 100% DCI-P3, 3ms response time, G-Sync, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision HDR
• 14-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) Mini LED, 165 Hz, 600 Nits, 100% DCI-P3, 3ms response time, G-Sync, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision HDR
• 14-inch FHD+ (1920 x 1200) IPS-level, 144 Hz, 500 Nits, 100% sRGB, 75.35% Adobe RGB, 3ms response time, Adaptive-Sync, Pantone Validated, Dolby Vision HDR

The display has excellent colors and good viewing angles, though brightness may vary slightly due to panel lottery. The Mini LED option provides sharp images and vibrant colors, with minimal backlight bleeding.

Benchmarks:

• Max brightness: ~587 cd/m²
• Brightness Distribution: ~91%
• Color Gamut: 100% sRGB, 93.4% AdobeRGB, 99.6% Display P3

Audio

The Zephyrus G14 features a 4-speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology and Hi-Res certification for headphones.

The sound quality is decent but not as good as last year's model, with some muffling at higher volumes and noticeable wrist rest vibration. The speakers are above average compared to most other laptops.

Connectivity

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WiFi

The Zephyrus G14 is equipped with a Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) WLAN module.

The Wi-Fi performance is stable with good transfer rates, supporting the latest Wi-Fi 6E standard and Bluetooth 5.3.

Bluetooth

The Zephyrus G14 comes with a Bluetooth 5.3 module.

SD Card Reader

The Zephyrus G14 includes a microSD card reader (UHS-II).

The card reader offers fast transfer rates, making it convenient for photographers and content creators.

USB

The Zephyrus G14 is equipped with the following USB ports:

• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (supports DisplayPort 1.4)
• 1 x USB 4 Type-C (supports DisplayPort 1.4 and power delivery)

The USB ports provide good connectivity options for peripherals.

Display Outputs

The Zephyrus G14 comes with the following display outputs:

• 1 x HDMI 2.1
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (supports DisplayPort 1.4)
• 1 x USB 4 Type-C (supports DisplayPort 1.4 and power delivery)

The display outputs support high refresh rates and resolutions, making it suitable for connecting to external monitors.

Case

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The Zephyrus G14 (2023) is available in White or Black color options. The chassis is made of magnesium alloy with an aluminum lid. The design includes a lift-up mechanism for improved cooling and airflow.

The build quality is excellent, with minimal flex and a premium feel. The laptop is lightweight and compact, making it an excellent choice for gamers on the go.

Maintenance

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The bottom panel is held on by 11 Phillips-head screws, some of which are covered by rubber. The panel can be removed to access the internal components.

Upgradeable components:

• One M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 SSD slot (most configurations only have one slot filled from the factory).
• One DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM slot (most configurations have one slot filled from the factory).
• M.2 2230 wireless card.

Cooling System

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The Zephyrus G14 is equipped with a dual-fan quad-radiator thermal module with a vapor chamber and liquid metal on the CPU. The cooling system is designed to manage temperatures effectively under load.

Heat

The laptop runs hot with demanding tasks, both internally and externally. The hottest parts are around the exhausts and the underside, around the components. This is not a device for gaming on the lap.

Benchmarks:

• Maximum temperature: ~47 °C

Noise

The fans can be loud in Turbo mode, reaching up to 52 dB(A), but the noise levels are acceptable considering the performance. On the Performance profile, the noise levels drop to ~42 dB(A), and on the Silent profile, the fans keep idle with casual use, remaining barely audible (sub 35 dB).

Benchmarks:

• Turbo profile: ~52 dB(A)
• Performance profile: ~42 dB(A)
• Silent profile: ~35 dB(A)

Energy Management

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Power Consumption

The Zephyrus G14 ships with a 240W AC adapter.

The laptop consumes a lot of power under load, especially during gaming, with a maximum consumption of 220 Watts during stress tests.

Benchmarks:

• Idle: ~15 Watts
• Load: ~220 Watts

Battery Life

All Zephyrus G14 SKUs come with a 76 WHr Li-Polymer battery. The battery life is decent but not great, with runtimes varying based on usage. On the Silent Profile, the laptop can achieve around 5-6 hours of use for text editing and 3-4 hours for browsing. Gaming significantly reduces battery life, with runtimes dropping to under 1 hour.

Benchmarks:

• WiFi Websurfing (150 nits): ~7.5 hours
• WiFi Websurfing max. Brightness: ~5 hours
• Load (maximum brightness): ~1 hour

Biometrics

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The Zephyrus G14 supports Windows Hello face recognition via the 1080p IR camera. The face recognition feature works well, providing a convenient and secure login method.

Software

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All SKUs ship with Windows 11 Home, but the laptop can be upgraded to Windows 11 Pro, either manually or when buying directly from ASUS.

Preinstalled Software

ASUS Armory Crate

The ASUS Armory Crate program acts as the primary control center in the Zephyrus G14. It handles performance profiles, keyboard lighting, hardware troubleshooting, system updates, and other settings.

There are three preset performance profiles - Silent, Performance, and Turbo. Users can also customize various parameters in the manual mode.

MyASUS

The MyASUS software provides system management and performance tuning options.

Other Preinstalled Software

The Zephyrus G14 also comes with a 1-month trial for new Microsoft 365 customers and a 30-day free trial of McAfee security.

Linux Support

Basic functionality with Ubuntu 23.04 live CD is available, but some features like speakers may not work properly, indicating limited support for some features.

Accessories & Warranty

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The Zephyrus G14 comes with a 240W AC adapter and paperwork.

There is a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.

Reviews Summary

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Overall Sentiment

The Zephyrus G14 is considered one of the best compact gaming laptops available, praised for its powerful performance, excellent build quality, and portability. It is suitable for gamers and content creators who need a high-performance device without compromising on portability. The primary downsides are the high heat production and limited upgradeability.

Problems Summary

• High heat production during intensive tasks.
• Limited upgradeability with only one M.2 slot and one SO-DIMM slot.
• Loud fan noise in Turbo mode.
• Average battery life for a gaming laptop.
• No fingerprint reader.

Links

Ryzen 9 7940HS, RTX 4060, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD: JarrodsTech,

Ryzen 9 7940HS, RTX 4060, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD: GizmoSlipTech

Ryzen 9 7940HS, RTX 4090, 32 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD: UltrabookReview,

Ryzen 9 7940HS, RTX 4090, 32 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD: NotebookCheck