ASUS Zenbook 14X (2022)

ASUS Zenbook 14X (2022)

Manufacturer	ASUS
Product family	Zenbook
Release date	January 2022 (2022-01)
Discontinued	No
Operating system	Windows 11 Home (Can be configured with Windows 11 Pro)
CPU	Intel Core i5-1240P Intel Core i7-1260P
Memory	8 GB or 16 GB LPDDR5 (onboard)
Memory slots	None (onboard)
Storage	512 GB or 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD
Storage slots	1 user accessible
Removable storage	Micro SD card reader
Display	Screen size: 14 inch Panel type: OLED Coating: Glossy Resolution: 2880 x 1800 or 3840 x 2400 PPI: 243 or 323 Aspect ratio: 16:10 Refresh rate: 60 Hz or 90 Hz Brightness: 550 Nits Contrast ratio: 1,000,000:1 DCI-P3: 100 % VRR: No Screen-to-body ratio: 92 %
Graphics	Intel Iris Xe Graphics Nvidia GeForce MX550 2 GB GDDR6 Nvidia GeForce RTX 2050 4 GB GDDR6
Sound	2 x stereo speakers w/ harman/kardon audio Realtek HD audio chip
Camera	720p HD camera with privacy shutter
Touchpad	Touchpad with ScreenPad 2.0 (FHD+ 2160 x 1080 IPS-level panel)
Connectivity	Intel Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) (Dual band) 2x2 Bluetooth 5.3 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-A) 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports display / power delivery) 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
Power brick	90W Type-C AC adapter
Battery	3 cell Li-ion 63 WHr
Keyboard	White backlit, chiclet keyboard
Chassis	Color: Materials: Aluminum chassis Cooling: Single fan cooling system
Number pad	No
Fingerprint reader	Yes (integrated with power key)
Facial recognition	No
Website	ASUS

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The ASUS Zenbook 14X (2022) is a premium subnotebook designed for productivity and light gaming. It features Intel 12th Gen P-series processors and a choice of integrated or discrete graphics. The Zenbook 14X is known for its vibrant OLED display, solid build quality, and innovative ScreenPad 2.0 touchpad.

Primary Hardware

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Processor

The ASUS Zenbook 14X (2022) can be configured with the following processors:

• Intel Core i5-1240P with 12 cores (4 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 16 threads, 12 MB cache and a max frequency of 4.4 Ghz.
• Intel Core i7-1260P with 12 cores (4 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 16 threads, 18 MB cache and max frequency of 4.7 Ghz.

The Intel Core i7-1260P processor in the Zenbook 14X offers solid performance for both single-core and multi-core tasks. It has a base clock speed of 2.1 GHz and can boost up to 4.7 GHz. The processor operates efficiently, settling at around 40 watts after 20 seconds under load, which is slightly above average compared to other models with the same chipset.

Benchmarks:

• Cinebench R15 Multi: Ø897 (888.08-962.9)
• Cinebench R23 Multi Core: 6110 Points
• Cinebench R20 Multi Core: 2361 Points
• Geekbench 5.5 Multi-Core: 5626 Points
• Blender BMW27 CPU: 692 Seconds

Graphics

The Zenbook 14X (2022) offers the following graphics options:

• Intel Iris Xe Graphics (integrated)
• Nvidia GeForce MX550 with 2 GB GDDR6 memory
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 2050 with 4 GB GDDR6 memory

The Nvidia GeForce MX450, which is a predecessor to the MX550, provides decent gaming performance and is suitable for casual gaming and productivity tasks. The MX450 operates with a core clock speed of 1,395 to 1,575 MHz and delivers a good balance of performance for its class.

Benchmarks:

• 3DMark Performance Rating: 71.2 pt
• 3DMark Fire Strike Score: 5313 points
• 3DMark Time Spy Score: 2487 points
• 3DMark 11 Performance: 6890 points
• 3DMark Cloud Gate Standard Score: 21278 points

Memory

The Zenbook 14X (2022) comes with either 8 GB or 16 GB of LPDDR5 memory, which is soldered onto the motherboard and not upgradeable. This may limit future performance enhancements for users who require more memory for demanding applications. The memory performance is solid, with high bandwidth and low latency.

Benchmarks:

• AIDA64 Memory Copy: 64185 MB/s
• AIDA64 Memory Read: 63737 MB/s
• AIDA64 Memory Write: 66169 MB/s
• Memory Latency: 105.2 ns

Storage

The Zenbook 14X (2022) can be configured with either a 512 GB or 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD. The storage performance is decent but lags behind competitors with dedicated SSDs. The Intel Optane Memory H10 with Solid State Storage provides a good balance of speed and capacity, but it may not be as fast as pure NVMe SSDs in certain tasks.

Benchmarks:

• AS SSD Sequential Read: 1221 MB/s
• AS SSD Sequential Write: 598 MB/s
• DiskSpd seq_read: 1370 MB/s
• DiskSpd seq_write: 1032 MB/s
• Access Time Read: 0.066ms
• Access Time Write: 0.039ms

Co-processors

The Zenbook 14X (2022) includes integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics with 96 EUs, which are about 30% slower than the dedicated MX450, making them suitable for basic tasks and light gaming but not for demanding graphics applications.

Input Devices

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Keyboard

The Zenbook 14X (2022) features a chiclet keyboard with a three-level white backlight and 1.4mm key travel. The keyboard has a solid base, is quiet, and allows for fast typing. The layout is spacious, with large Shift, Ctrl, and direction keys, making it comfortable for extended typing sessions.

Touchpad

The touchpad on the Zenbook 14X (2022) supports ScreenPad 2.0 functionality, which allows it to function as a secondary display with a resolution of FHD+ (2160 x 1080) IPS-level panel. The touchpad is sensitive and enhances productivity by allowing multitasking and displaying various applications. However, the short drop stroke is unsatisfactory.

Webcam

The Zenbook 14X (2022) comes with a 720p HD camera with a privacy shutter. The webcam produces low-resolution and noisy images, making it less ideal for video calls. The e-shutter feature allows for privacy but lacks a visual indicator, which may be a concern for some users.

Microphone

The Zenbook 14X (2022) includes a built-in array microphone. The dual array microphone records voices noise-free, making it suitable for video calls and conferences. The microphone quality is good, providing clear audio without background noise interference.

Output Devices

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Display

The Zenbook 14X (2022) offers three display options:

• 14.0-inch, 2.8K (2880 x 1800) OLED, 90Hz, 550nits HDR peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, VESA CERTIFIED Display HDR True Black 500, 1.07 billion colors, PANTONE Validated, Glossy display, 70% less harmful blue light, TÜV Rheinland-certified, SGS Eye Care Display, Non-touch screen, 92% screen-to-body ratio
• 14.0-inch, 2.8K (2880 x 1800) OLED, 90Hz, 550nits HDR peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, VESA CERTIFIED Display HDR True Black 500, 1.07 billion colors, PANTONE Validated, Glossy display, 70% less harmful blue light, TÜV Rheinland-certified, SGS Eye Care Display, Touch screen, 92% screen-to-body ratio, With stylus support
• 14.0-inch, 4K (3840 x 2400) OLED, 60Hz, 550nits HDR peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, VESA CERTIFIED Display HDR True Black 500, 1.07 billion colors, PANTONE Validated, Glossy display, 70% less harmful blue light, TÜV Rheinland-certified, SGS Eye Care Display, Touch screen, 92% screen-to-body ratio, With stylus support

The display offers vibrant colors and excellent contrast, with a 100% DCI-P3 color gamut. The brightness is slightly below the advertised level, but the OLED technology provides deep blacks and rich colors.

Benchmarks:

• Brightness: 347 cd/m² average
• Color coverage: 98% AdobeRGB, 100% sRGB
• Response Time: 2 ms (rise and fall combined)

Audio

The Zenbook 14X (2022) features built-in stereo speakers with harman/kardon audio. The speakers deliver balanced sound with decent volume and bass, suitable for casual listening and video playback.

Connectivity

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WiFi

The Zenbook 14X (2022) is equipped with an Intel Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) WLAN module. The Wi-Fi performance is stable, supporting high-speed connections, but speeds may be throttled under certain conditions.

Bluetooth

The Zenbook 14X (2022) comes with a Bluetooth 5.3 module.

SD Card Reader

The Zenbook 14X (2022) includes a microSD card reader. The performance is average compared to competitors, with decent read and write speeds.

USB

The Zenbook 14X (2022) offers the following USB ports:

• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
• 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports display / power delivery)

Display Outputs

The Zenbook 14X (2022) includes the following display outputs:

• 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS
• 1 x DisplayPort (via Thunderbolt 4)

Case

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The Zenbook 14X (2022) features a solid aluminum chassis that is torsion-resistant and well-built, providing a premium feel. The hinges are sturdy, and the overall design is sleek and modern. The device is robust, with high-quality materials, making it a premium choice for users seeking a reliable and stylish laptop.

Maintenance

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The Zenbook 14X (2022) is easy to open with screws and a plastic spatula. However, the RAM is onboard and not upgradeable, and the Wi-Fi module is also not changeable. The SSD is accessible but not easily replaceable.

Cooling System

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The Zenbook 14X (2022) is equipped with a single fan cooling system. The cooling system manages to keep temperatures in check under load, but the single fan may struggle during intensive tasks.

Heat

The device can get warm under load, with temperatures reaching up to 50.4 °C on the bottom and 49.1 °C on the top.

Noise

The fan is quiet at idle but reaches 40 dB(A) under load, which is acceptable for a device of this class.

Energy Management

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Power Consumption

The Zenbook 14X (2022) ships with a 90W Type-C AC adapter. The device consumes 11 watts at idle and up to 104 watts under maximum load, which is higher than some competitors.

Battery Life

The Zenbook 14X (2022) comes with a 63 WHr Li-ion battery. The battery life is modest, with WiFi web surfing lasting 5:34 hours and gaming lasting around 1:38 hours. The OLED screensaver contributes to increased power consumption when idle.

Benchmarks:

• WiFi Websurfing: 5h 34min
• WiFi Websurfing max. Brightness: 3h 16min
• Load (maximum brightness): 1h 29min

Biometrics

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The Zenbook 14X (2022) includes a fingerprint reader integrated into the power button. This provides a convenient way to log in, but the device lacks an IR camera for face recognition, which may limit security options.

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

MyASUS

The MyASUS program acts as the primary control center in the Zenbook 14X. It includes performance and OLED settings, system diagnosis, battery health charging, fan profile, Splendid, Tru2Life, function key lock, WiFi SmartConnect, Link to MyASUS, TaskFirst, Live update, and ASUS OLED Care.

ScreenXpert

ScreenXpert is preinstalled to manage the ScreenPad 2.0 functionality, allowing for multitasking and enhanced productivity.

Other Preinstalled Software

The Zenbook 14X also comes with other software like GlideX, Microsoft Office 1-month trial for new Microsoft 365 customers, Microsoft 365 Personal 1-year included, Office Home and Student 2021, and McAfee®.

Accessories & Warranty

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The Zenbook 14X (2022) comes with a 90W Type-C AC adapter, a sleeve, a USB-A to RJ45 gigabit ethernet adapter, and a stylus (ASUS Pen SA203H-MPP2.0 support== Accessories & Warranty == This section was written by AI and requires review. Remove this after review.

The Zenbook 14X (2022) comes with a 90W Type-C AC adapter, a sleeve, a USB-A to RJ45 gigabit ethernet adapter, and a stylus (ASUS Pen SA203H-MPP2.0 support).

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

Reviews Summary

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Overall Sentiment

The ASUS Zenbook 14X (2022) is generally well-received for its vibrant OLED display, solid build quality, and innovative ScreenPad 2.0 touchpad. It is considered a premium choice for users seeking a reliable and stylish laptop suitable for productivity and light gaming. However, it has some limitations, such as short battery life, high power consumption, and limited upgradeability.

Problems Summary

• Short battery life, especially during intensive tasks.
• High power consumption, particularly due to the OLED screensaver.
• Limited upgradeability with onboard RAM and non-changeable Wi-Fi module.
• Low-resolution and noisy webcam.
• Single fan cooling system may struggle during intensive tasks.
• Higher than average surface temperatures under load.
• No IR camera for face recognition, limiting security options.