Laptops are getting smarter, sleeker, and lighter. Enter the ASUS Zenbook A14 (UX3407), a laptop so thin and featherlight you might forget you’re carrying it.
Weighing under 1kg, this AI-powered beast is the first ASUS laptop built with Ceraluminum™, a material that’s lighter than aluminum but three times as strong.
Add to that a Snapdragon X Series processor, multi-day battery life, and Windows Copilot+ integration, and you’ve got a machine that’s made to keep up, whether you’re traveling, working, or just trying to avoid carrying a bulky charger everywhere.
ASUS Zenbook A14: Lighter than ever
The first thing that stands out? The weight! Or lack thereof.
Zenbook A14 weighs under 980g, making it the lightest 14-inch Copilot+ PC on the market.
That’s thanks to its Ceraluminum™ chassis, which ASUS describes as 30% lighter and three times stronger than traditional aluminum.

This isn’t just marketing fluff either. ASUS put it through intense durability tests, including:
- Scratch resistance: Tossed into a rotating drum with keys and coins.
- Shock resistance: Dropped from 50cm to test impact strength.
- Wear resistance: Rubbed 18,000 times to ensure the color doesn’t fade.
Translation? It’s tough enough to handle everyday bumps and scratches without looking like it’s been through a war.
A battery that actually lasts
Ever wished your laptop battery didn’t die halfway through the day? Zenbook A14 delivers over 32 hours of continuous video playback.
That’s right… Multi-day battery life without scrambling for a charger.
It packs a 70Wh battery, optimised by the power-efficient Snapdragon X Series processor. And thanks to dual lightweight fans and a heat pipe, it keeps cool even when running demanding tasks.

So whether you’re on a long flight, working remotely, or just forgot your charger at home, this laptop is built to keep up.
ASUS Zenbook A14 sports Snapdragon X
At the heart of the Zenbook A14 is the Snapdragon X Series processor, featuring a 45 TOPS Qualcomm Hexagon NPU for AI-powered efficiency.
That means:
- Seamless multitasking: No lag between apps.
- Optimised performance: AI helps balance power and battery.
- Windows Copilot+ integration: Smarter, more intuitive computing.
And if you use multiple devices, Windows Phone Link and Snapdragon Seamless™ let you answer calls, transfer files, and even turn your phone into a webcam – all from your laptop.
Lightweight, powerful, and built for the AI age—this is not your average laptop.
ASUS Zenbook A14 smart design features
ASUS didn’t just focus on power and weight. The Zenbook A14 also includes:
- A bigger, smarter touchpad with gesture support.
- Smudge-free keycaps and 1.3mm key travel for comfortable typing.
- A full range of ports so you won’t need to carry adapters.
- An ASUS EasyLift™ hinge for stable screen positioning and better airflow.
Stunning visuals and immersive audio
A laptop this premium needs a display to match. The 14-inch FHD ASUS Lumina OLED NanoEdge screen delivers deep contrast, rich colors, and an immersive viewing experience.
For audio? Snapdragon Sound™ enhances calls and media with:
- 24-bit / 192kHz High-Resolution Audio for crisp, detailed sound.
- Ultra-low latency to keep audio perfectly synced.
- Advanced noise cancellation for clearer voice calls.
Is the Zenbook A14 worth it?
If you’re looking for an ultra-light laptop with premium build quality, AI-powered performance, and ridiculous battery life, the ASUS Zenbook A14 (UX3407) should be on your radar.
It launches today (January 30, 2024) and will be available from ASUS eStore and Evetech, with other retailers to follow, with a pricetag of R29,999