Customer Ratings & Reviews

As a father of young kids who still likes to get some gaming in, I was looking for a laptop that could keep up without being bulky or overdesigned. The all-aluminum chassis feels sturdy but still lightweight, making it easy to carry to work, meetings, and even travel. At just over 3 pounds, it doesn’t weigh down my bag, and the aesthetic is clean—professional enough for an office setting while still clearly a high-performance machine. The 14-inch 3K OLED display is excellent. With 120Hz refresh rate, rich colors, deep blacks, and sharp detail, it’s simply beautiful compared to my previous computers. In terms of performance, the combination of the Ryzen 9 processor and RTX 5060 has handled everything I’ve thrown at it. Multitasking across Office apps, Zoom meetings, and also able to run every game in my steam library flawlessly even on high settings. For day-to-day work, the laptop performs reliably. The keyboard is comfortable for long typing sessions, the touchpad is responsive, and the speakers are surprisingly full for such a slim device. Port selection is strong, with both USB-C and USB-A options, HDMI, a microSD card reader, and a headphone jack. I haven’t needed to use any adapters or hubs, which is a welcome change from being used to carrying multiple dongles around. Battery life is solidly average in my opinion, but not bad considering the horsepower. I got around 5-6 hours during light use like document editing, video calls, and browsing. When playing Expedition 33, I got around 2-3 hours before I got nervous and had to plug the charger in. The minor (and not so minor) downsides: The RAM is soldered, which means it can’t be upgraded. 16 GB is plenty for my uses, but I do wish I had the illusion of choice to upgrade (which again, to be completely honest, I wouldn’t get around to it). A bit more real, however, as far as potential cons: the fans can get a bit loud during gaming or intensive tasks, though they’re quiet during everyday work. This Asus is powerful enough for creative and technical work, lightweight enough for commuting and travel, and polished enough to look appropriate in both office and casual environments. It’s pretty much my ideal laptop, with the only wishlist being user upgradeable memory

When I think of a Laptop, I think of something portable, a good screen, a good keyboard, ports for externals, and a decent mousepad. The Asus Zephyrus G14 delivers in all those categories. Now, I see why people put this device in one of the top "Windows Laptops!" It is a great all-around package if you are willing to deal with the heat. Which you will get from any laptop. The unboxing is like no other. Asus does a good job with the laptop. It's presents a premium experience for a premium device. When you first feel the laptop, you will notice the aluminum craftsmanship. It's a Beauty, as the song says! You feel the quality when you first handle the G14. You get the standard ports that the Asus G14 has come with for years. I do wish they would add the standard SD card reader over the micro card reader. You get an OLED screen, which is amazing. You get one of the best keyboards in the industry. It's simply amazing. The trackpad is also glass. So, scrolling and moving your finger across it feels like butter. These three premium features are top in their class. This is what makes this a truly good contender for a laptop. I know this laptop is "supposed" to be a gaming laptop. Yes, it will do that well. Just be wary of the heat. But I really see this as a good content creator laptop. Because it fits all the needs for one. A good color-accurate screen. A good keyboard and trackpad. A good CPU capable of multitasking. A well-balanced GPU for graphics-intensive work. Making this a great content creator Laptop. With the new 50 series GPU now being able to manage x265 10-bit in video editing software is a game changer. You also get good battery life if you tweak the settings correctly. I was getting 9 hours with eco mode and the GPU turned off. So you can get all-day battery life with the correct settings. What I liked about the G14 is the ability to micro-manage power savings, CPU, and GPU. With G-Helper (An additional app to download) I was able to keep the fans silent and the CPU cool. Armory carte was ok, but it's still laggy and buggy. With some features still not accessible. There are some negatives, though. Mainly, there is only 16GB of RAM. That is fine for most everyday tasks. To the creator or professional, you will be closing down programs. You can still get it done. But 32 GB of RAM would have been better. Next, the Laptop does get warm. So you may not want to put this on your lap. Last, Armory Crate still needs some work. It's still buggy and laggy. After years, Asus still hasn't addressed this. Also, it seems to just be cluttered with junk. Make it simple and easy. Most of the time your just stuck on a loading screen. So overall, this is a gaming laptop. That will excel at gaming with most titles. At 1080p and some 1440p, you will be fine. But with this sleek design, portability, and light weight. It has so much capability for much more. This is great content creation as well. The overall design, feel, and presentation make this one of the best overall Windows Laptops! It comes in many configurations as well! Asus nailed it with the Zephyrus G14!

Best Buy sent me this laptop for review. I tested the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 and really loved it! The OLED screen is absolutely beautiful. Colors are rich, blacks are deep, and the 120Hz refresh rate makes everything feel smooth and responsive. This made my games look exceptional on the go. Performance was equally impressive. I played a bunch of games from my library including Red Dead Redemption 2, Star Wars Outlaws, and Microsoft Flight Simulator, and all ran smoothly with beautiful detail and fast load times. The Ryzen 9 processor and RTX 4060 combo handled everything I threw at it with ease. Even in demanding scenes, gameplay stayed consistent and immersive. What was amazing was that all that gaming power was in a sleek portable laptop. It’s lightweight and easy to carry around, but still feels well-built. For something this compact, the power inside is seriously impressive. It also ran cooler and quieter than I expected, even during longer sessions. If you’re looking for a gaming laptop that can handle high-end titles without being bulky or loud, this one hits the sweet spot. Pros • Gorgeous OLED display with rich color and deep contrast • Blazing fast performance with AAA titles • Lightweight and portable for a gaming laptop • Quiet and efficient cooling • Great balance of power and design Cons • Ports are a little limited if you’re using lots of accessories • Fans can spin up under heavy load, though they stay quieter than expec

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 14" OLED 3K 120Hz Gaming Laptop, powered by the AMD Ryzen 9 270, with 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, GeForce RTX 5060 graphics and 1TB SSD in platinum white is a STUNNING example of what a gaming laptop should be! Granted, it is not the top of the line, but it serves its purpose extremely well. There are settings galore in the Armoury Crate application. Personally, I didn't care for the "slash" lighting on the laptop cover, so I was able to turn it off there. You can also make all sorts of adjustments/choices based on how you intend to use your laptop. This laptop is thin and light-weight (3.31lbs, due to the aluminum) with a brilliant OLED display at 3k resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The platinum white is nice, but I thought it was going to be white. It looks more silver to me, but the keyboard and the trackpad are white. It does run a bit hot, but it hasn't bothered me or affected my gameplay. It does have what ASUS calls "Intelligent Cooling", so that helps. I don't play games on my lap, and that helps too. The sound on this is a big surprise for me with unexpected bass and I can blast this thing! Music sounds really nice coming from the 6 speakers positioned on the left and right sides of the keyboard. It comes with CoPilot AI, which is a magnificent, helpful tool for all kinds of things. I use it to stretch my imagination because it can create so much so easily. When not gaming, this laptop is an incredible multi-functional tool that I use for everything I need to accomplish. The 16gb of LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD Storage provide more than I need to do all of my tasks, even at the same time. I just don't know why ASUS has to solder the RAM, making it non-upgradeable. If you buy the model with 16gb, there is no changing it, so make sure you purchase the model with the right amount of RAM for you. The connectivity is good with 2 USB-C, HDMI 2.1, micro SD card reader, 2 USB-A 3.2 gen 2. There is a microphone/headphone jack as well. I actually don't use the provided power supply and use a USB-C power supply instead because I use this for most of my devices, and it is just easier and it works just fine. Maybe a bit slower to charge is all. They also include a 3 month PC game pass which I love because for those 3 months, I can check out a lot of games! Just remember to cancel before the 3 months are up if you don't want it! Overall, I just love my new ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 14" OLED 3K 120Hz Gaming Laptop with AMD Ryzen 9 270 processor, 16GB LPDDR5X RAM GeForce RTX 5060 graphics and a 1TB SSD. There is a lot to this laptop with more settings I haven't even touched yet! For gaming, this thing rocks - it is a solid choice. For overall use, as a multifunctional laptop, it is beyond my expectations. I would recommend this to anyone in the market for a gaming laptop with expectations for a work-horse of a computer that can do pretty much anything you need and more!

I’ve been using the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 for a little while now, and honestly, it’s one of the best laptops I’ve owned. The first thing that stands out is the OLED 3K screen—it looks incredible. Colors are vibrant, blacks are deep, and the 120Hz refresh rate makes everything feel super smooth, whether I’m gaming or just scrolling. Performance-wise, the Ryzen 9 + RTX 5060 combo runs modern games really well, and it also handles work stuff like photo editing and multitasking without breaking a sweat. The 1TB SSD is fast and has plenty of space for games and files, and the 16GB RAM keeps everything running smoothly. I really like the design too—the Platinum White finish gives it a clean, premium look. It’s light and easy to carry, which is rare for a gaming laptop. The fans can get a little loud when gaming, and while the 16GB RAM is enough for most things, I could see myself wanting more down the line. But those are pretty minor compared to everything else this laptop does right. Overall, the G14 hits the sweet spot: powerful, portable, and beautiful to use. Definitely recommend it if you’re looking for a gaming laptop that you can also take anywhere without feeling bulky.

★★★★★ A perfect blend of style and substance: The Zephyrus G14 is a winner! This ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 is an excellent product. I gave it a five-star rating by performing well for my school needs and my gaming experience. Quality: The build quality is top-notch. The all-aluminum chassis in Platinum White feels premium and sturdy. The design is refined and professional, suitable for both gaming at home and working in a coffee shop. The keyboard offers a satisfying experience for gaming and typing. The battery life is impressive considering its functionality. Design: The 14-inch form factor is lightweight and compact, and fast for its size making it easy to carry. The 3K OLED 120Hz Nebula panel provides vibrant colors, deep blacks, and a fast response time. The display is ideal for high-fidelity games and streaming videos. Speed: The AMD Ryzen 9 processor and the GeForce RTX 5060 work together for optimal performance. The system remains smooth and responsive while running demanding games at high settings or multitasking. The 1TB SSD reduces loading times.

## Design This ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 is surprisingly thin and lightweight, and at first glance, you might not realize it's a powerful gaming machine. It weighs just under 3.5 pounds and is 0.63 inches thin. You might even think of it as the "Macbook Pro" of gaming laptops, especially with this "Platinum White" variant. The exterior has a light aluminum finish and when you open the laptop up, you'll find a white keyboard and trackpad inside. The keyboard is backlit with RGB LEDs. The keys seem a little oversized and the keyboard lacks a numeric keypad, but the laptop is still comfortable to type on. Speakers are found on the left and right sides of the keyboard. The left side of the laptop contains ports for the power adapter, HDMI, USB-C, USB-A, and a headphone jack. The right side contains a USB-C port, a USB-A port, and a Micro SD card slot. One unique feature which is kind of cool (and maybe a little annoying to others) is the array of white LEDs arranged in a diagonal "slash" across the lid of the laptop. You can select from some predefined animations and even have them react to notifications and music. A little gimmicky, but I'm a sucker for LED lights. Unfortunately, you won't see them while using the laptop since they face away from you when the laptop is open. ## Performance Fortnite runs great on this laptop and looks amazing on the 14-inch OLED display, which has rich color and great contrast. with the auto-detect system setting most items to "High". While plugged into power, I generally achieved 120 FPS while playing. On battery power, it dropped to 60 and sometimes 30 FPS. This was still playable, but obviously not buttery smooth like when the laptop is plugged in. Cinebench Scores Multi Core: 14,937 Single Core: 1,759 When gaming or doing anything processor intensive, the bottom of this laptop does get hot, so much so that you likely won't be able to comfortably keep it on your lap. You might want a laptop cooling pad to keep under it or to simply use it at a desk. The fans can get noisy when the system is heavy load, but this is usually a non-issue if you're using headphones. ### AI Performance I wanted to test out the AI capabilities, especially since it has a very AI capable NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 GPU, which is part of the new 50-series lineup based on the Blackwell architecture. This laptop configuration comes with 16GB of RAM and 8GB of VRAM, so you can run 3B up to maybe 7B models comfortably. Running the llama3.2 3b model in Ollama, this ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 laptop achieves an eval rate of around 80 tokens/second, which is impressive! To be clear, this laptop isn't one of Microsoft's CoPilot+ PCs, so there are no out of the box AI applications that utilize the local GPU capabilities. While it does have a dedicated CoPilot key on the keyboard, this will only bring up the CoPilot chatbot in the cloud. However, if you're developing your own AI applications in Python, this is a very capable machine. ## Summary The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 gives you some serious processing power and the looks of a thin Macbook. It's lightweight and easy to transport, but the system does get hot during gaming sessions so you'll likely want to play at a desk rather than on your lap. The AMD Ryzen 9 270 processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 GPU both provide great gaming and local AI performance if you're looking to develop with local AI models.

Its incredible what you can get from such a small package. I am in love with the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14. As the owner of a few-year-old Alienware gaming laptop, I’ve been super impressed with just how well such a small laptop can perform. Out of the box you’ll get the laptop and a 120w charger with a proprietary port (one that looks like a bigger usb-c plug). After startup, login, installing an antivirus, Steam, EA connect, as well as a few games, and updating the Xbox app, I was up and running. There was very little bloatware included with the PC which was a positive and nice surprise. The first game I played was Spiderman Remastered. When I first booted the game it started in the highest settings and I could hear the PC struggle to keep up, with the fans running full blast. After some minor tweaks, setting several settings lower while turned on raytracing, I was insanely impressed with the game. It looked amazing, and played smoothly (I didn’t notice any dropped frames). This has been the game I’ve been playing in my spare time the most since receiving my laptop, and each time I’m awed by how great it looks and plays on the Zephyrus. Other games I played included NBA 2K25 and Forza Horizon 5, and both perform equally as well with some small tweaks to the graphics settings. So, while this game wont get you the top tier performance on most of these triple-A games, there’s one thing to keep in mind: this laptop looks and feels FANTASTIC and isn’t a giant brick too heavy to carry around. It’s made of brushed aluminum. The clean silver finish with the white RBG backlit keys looks amazing. And it’s paired with a 3K 120hz 500 nit OLED display? Are you kidding? The back has an LED light strip that may be unappealing to some, but you can turn that off in the settings as well as change the light pattern of the light strip. Other notes: - Now for some, the limited 16gb of ram may be small, but I’d argue that you can make it completely functional and not miss much. - The fan can and does get loud even with medium settings enables on the game selection I played. - The speakers are some of the best I’ve heard on a laptop, though they could be a little louder in my opinion. For the times you want this thing to be a laptop, it’s going to be a laptop: lightweight, great performance and battery life, amazing screen, and awesome keyboard. And when you want a gaming rig that can perform better than the current console generation, you get that too. All in a 14” package that fits easily in any carry-on bag. This will be my travel companion for the foreseeable future without a doubt.

This G14 absolutely crushes it. The OLED display is gorgeous, colors pop, and games run buttery smooth thanks to the new Ryzen AI 9 and RTX graphics. It’s light, premium, and perfect for both gaming and creative work. Fans get a bit loud under load, but performance never drops. Battery life is decent for the power you get. Easily one of the best 14" laptops out there — powerful, portable, and built like a tank. Highly recommend! --- Would you like me to write a “verified buyer” version (more personal tone, like a real customer review)?

Being a content creator I need a laptop that can multitask as well as render videos fast and the Zephyrus is fast not just for gaming it also helps me easily create my projects. The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 looks great right out of the box; it comes with the power cable, some documentation and the laptop. Right away, the Zephyrus laptop feels premium and looks elegant, it is thin and tough yet light in weight. As for the connections, on the left side it has the DCIN to power it up, I do wish it was USB C because if I were to lose the power cord I have to get the same one. Next you have the HDMI which it is very helpful because I can simply connect a monitor or my TV directly to it. Then it has the USBC then USBA and finally 3.5 jack to connect both the mic and headphone combo. On the right side it has a USB A and USB C ports as well as the microSD slot that is super helpful for me. And don’t forget, this laptop has WiFi 7 to stay connected without any interruptions. The 16GB is fast enough for me as well as 1TB of storage, and the Ryzen 9 270 works fast and flawlessly. I usually do not use the laptops audio since most sound just ok, the Zephyrus on the other hand sounds fantastic, you can tell there are 6 speakers and the Dolby Atmos makes the laptop sound loud and clear. When it comes to the display, it looks awesome, crisp clear and with a fast refresh rate of 120 Hz. The keys are soft yet can handle those days that I’m so into the game I forget I am playing in my laptop, and the keys look great by the way especially since they are RGB lighted with Aura Sync. I am happy with my Zephyrus and best of all I can do everything on the go, I no longer have to be on my built computer, I can take my projects somewhere else. This laptop also keeps our family entertained at any time.

The laptop doesnt work. It keeps crashing and showing blue screen. Dont buy it. Bestbuy support is horrible!

The 2025 Zephyrus G14 absolutely nails the case design when open and closed and viewed from the top. The platinum white finish and clean lines look fantastic—sleek, modern, and just a little bit flashy without being over-the-top. It’s the kind of laptop you actually want to show off. But then you flip it over, and wow, the bottom is just plain ugly. I get that all those vents are there for cooling and airflow (and yes, it runs cool and quiet), but it’s a mess visually. It’s functional, but if you care about aesthetics, don’t spend much time admiring the underside. Keyboard and Typing Experience The keyboard is pretty good. On the plus side, the key travel and feel are just right—there’s a satisfying resistance and a positive, clicky press that makes fast typing a breeze. I felt totally confident hammering away at 90wpm. Where it falls short is the “gamer” font ASUS insists on using. The text is angular and hard to read at a glance. If you’re a touch typist, you’ll barely notice, but if you hunt and peck, expect to make more errors than usual. It’s a weird design choice for a laptop that otherwise feels so refined. Display and Performance That 14-inch OLED display is beautiful. Colors are punchy, blacks are deep, and the refresh rate makes everything from gaming to scrolling through documents look smooth. The bezels are thin, and the panel gets bright enough for most environments. If you just want your games and movies to look their best, this screen delivers. Which makes me sad to say that this laptop is only really good for basic production and creative work. Primarily because the RAM is limited to 16GB and since it’s soldered you can never have more than that much RAM. Fortunately, the speed of the RAM makes up for the lack of it, but for a gaming laptop of this class, having 32GB seems like the minimum requirement in 2025. Performance is what you’d expect from a top-tier G14. The AMD Ryzen 9 270 and RTX 5060 combo has no problem in modern games at high settings in HD resolutions, and the 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM keeps the processors fed pretty well. The 1TB SSD is fast and has plenty of space for a solid game library. Thermals are well-managed, thanks in part to all those bottom vents, so you don’t have to worry about overheating during long sessions. I would say your rez should be between 1080P and 1440P depending on the game’s age. Although older games can use the display at native resolution, doing modern games will not go well because of the GPU RAM limit. Everyday Use Port selection is solid for a 14-inch laptop—USB-C, HDMI, and more—so you’re covered for most accessories and displays. The trackpad is smooth and responsive, and the overall build feels premium and sturdy, even if the bottom is an eyesore. Battery life is decent for a gaming laptop, but don’t expect all-day unplugged gaming; it’s best for work, browsing, or media on the go. Plug in for most games or you’ll have a massively diminished experience. Downsides -Bottom of the case is ugly, but functional with all those vents. -Keyboard font is hard to read for non-touch typists. -Speakers are decent but not mind-blowing—fine for games and movies, but you’ll want headphones for serious audio. -No SD card slot, which would have been nice for creators. The 2025 Zephyrus G14 is a killer compact gaming laptop with a gorgeous display, strong performance, and a premium feel—just don’t expect to love every design choice. If you can live with the ugly bottom and quirky keyboard font, this is one of the best 14-inch gaming laptops you can buy right now. Definitely a buy for anyone who wants power and style in a portable package. I can recommend this laptop fully!

The ROG Zephyrus is a tiny beast, and ASUS has done an exceptional job cramming genuine power into a truly slim and portable device. This is genuinely the first laptop that I have felt truly lives up to the hype and balances work and fun in a usable, fulfilling, and satisfying way. First, the OLED screen is miraculous! The image quality is astounding; colors are electric and vivid while the black levels are unmatched. It's time to stop worrying about image burn-in. I have not experienced any ghost images - and the image quality is SOOO much better than anything else I have experienced that I am thrilled I made the jump. I absolutely love that Microsoft's CoPilot AI is integrated into the device (with a dedicated keyboard button) as it helps immensely with questions regarding settings and performance. Now, instead of fumbling around with performance settings, I can literally ask CoPilot how a specific game will perform based on settings and the specs of the laptop. If you want to know if the Zephyrus is capable of the work you perform, or the game you play - literally just ask. Seriously, try it right now. Here are the summary specs: AMD Ryzen 9 270 W Radeon 780M Graphics, 4001 Mhz, 8 Cores, 16 threads For example, CoPilot confirms that the system can play Doom The Dark Ages or Cyberpunk 2077 with ease. I have had no trouble getting over 60 FPS consistently on any of the games I have played so far. Battery life is good overall and allows over 2.5 hours of gaming on the go - although performance is obviously improved while plugged in. I don't like that the device is powered by a proprietary 200W rectangular DC plug, but due to the high-power demands of performance gaming, USB-C simply cannot provide enough power. Thankfully, ASUS still allows slower charging (from either side of the laptop) via USB-C. This is extremely helpful and I am able to still use the several other USB-C chargers I have scattered around the house (such as the charging cable from my ROG Ally). Not only has ASUS managed to cram a surprising amount of power into the Zephyrus, but they also paid attention to finer details. For example, I greatly appreciate that the lid can be opened with one hand without also lifting up the base of the laptop. The corners are softly rounded so that the laptop doesn't want to cut its way out of backpacks, totes, luggage etc. There are plenty of ports including HDMI, USB-C, 3.5 mm headphone jack, and yes - a Micro USB slot. The system can feel a bit cluttered with Windows 11, the ASUS Armory Crate, NVIDIA GeForce, and Xbox Game Bar all fighting for attention and control, but with a bit of experimentation, users will figure out the option that suits them best. Just make sure to update the NVIDIA drivers or initial performance will suffer greatly. The Slash Lighting LED Strip on the lid of the laptop is cool for about 2 seconds, but is then absolutely useless. The feature has limited settings and drains the battery unnecessarily. The feature draws attention to the laptop - which may be good advertising for ASUS as people ALWAYS ask about it, but as the lighting is out of view to the user. Plus, I can never easily distinguish what notification is actually activating the light. I would rather have RGB lighting in a more visible location (and have a clear indication of what initiates the lighting effects). Cons: - Set-up takes a long time and requires significant updates to Windows and to NVIDIA Drivers - No camera cover - Uses proprietary charging cable - Slash lighting is a useless gimmick that wastes battery The Zephyrus is easy to recommend as it has an exceptional screen, good battery, excellent gaming performance, and absolutely outshines every other laptop I have used.

The Asus ROG Zephyrus 14G is an interesting laptop. Touted by Asus as a gaming laptop (Well the ROG says it all), for the unfamiliar it looks more like a business laptop. First, its only 14” so it it’s not exactly the screen size your typical gamer would look for. And for whatever reason smaller screen sizes tend to be higher priced. This laptop has a 3K OLED screen which is fine but personally I would settle for 1080p for gaming (But the processor can negate things but more on that later.) That said, everything is negated if you have an external monitor. Since I mentioned it looks like a business laptop, I’d say it really is. It is white and has a slim form factor and given its smaller screen, it looks more like it’s a competitor to the Mac Book Air. It is whitish silver and the only indication that it is a gaming laptop aside from its branding is the lighted strip on the outer panel. On the left side of the panel is a proprietary charging port, an HDMI port, a USB4/Power Delivery combo port and a headphone jack. On the other side is a micro SD card slot, a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type B port snd a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type C DisplayPort and Power Delivery combo port. There is no ethernet port available and you would need a port extender to add ethernet capabilities. The internals of this PC are something else. As mentioned earlier this laptop has an OLED screen which is 3K. Its speakers are decent enough that is has some depth to its sound and those tinny sound you get from laptops. It has 16GB of RAM installed. One thing though is I cannot figure out what type of RAM is installed as Windows, Speccy and Crucial.com cannot determine what type of RAM is installed. So for now 16GB should suffice for most uses. It has a 1TB SSD installed which is sufficient to install most games. It is powered by an AMD Ryzen 9 730 which is blazing fast. To top that is that this laptop is also equipped with an NVIDIA RTX 5060 GPU. Now again this is touted as a gaming laptop. But aside from its form factor, there are a couple of things not highlighted namely that the CPU has an integrated NPU and the NVDIA RTX 5060 is labeled as a studio driving meaning it is not only game ready but also designed for creative purposes. As such I have installed a copy of Adobe’s Creative Suite to test out Photoshop and Lightroom as the studio driver of NVIDIA supports Adobe. By doing so, I could test out AI denoise functionality of Lightroom and Photoshop at the same time its photo processing capabilities. Needless to say it leaves my older GTX 1650 graphics enabled computer to dust. Unfortunately, I don’t have Da Vinci Resolve installed yet so I cannot comment on how this performs regarding video rendering but safe to say that it is expected that it would be fast. Also, it has CapCut pre-installed meaning to say that this is also a laptop for creatives. And lastly, while there are no specs given for battery life, Windows estimates that it can last up to nine hours with casual use. Depending on what you do, your mileage may vary. This is a high recommend!

PC gaming is now in an interesting place; there has been an influx of handheld gaming devices and this has thankfully scaled to laptops. Every couple of years there is a need to upgrade and I was due for one. I previously owned a Razer Blade 16 and it was large, heavy and sounded like a jet engine taking off. I knew I needed something a little lighter and smaller. This is why I chose the Asus ROG G14, I have had a great experience having owned the ROG Ally which is awesome as well. That left me wanting something with a little more power and a larger screen. I found that the sweet spot for me is a 14-inch screen. Holding this is quite the experience, I received this and when I first held this gaming laptop I was in awe, I thought to myself how does this small device have so much tech stuffed into it. This is premium in every sense, it is difficult to put into words but this device is like a BMW they look wonderful and have a lot of power that is on demand. The G14 is amazing, It runs Windows 11 and the software installed like armory crate and my ASUS keeps you up to date and allows you to get the most out of your device. :::General Thoughts::: You will likely see reviews with a long list of specs and whatnot, I will do it a little differently ad discuss what I like, dislike and what you might like to know. The display here is OLED and it has great colors that look great, I tested it out using Marvels GOG & Cyberpunk 2077. It is HDR capable and my device is equipped with an RTX 5060 and has 16GB of RAM and it has 8GB of video RAM. I ran the crucial system scanner and it states that this has a limit of 32GB, I will eventually upgrade this and make a trip to Microcenter. The keyboard feels amazing, the keyboard is backlit with RGB, and protrude and they are easy to press and are highly responsive for competitive gaming, the trackpad is huge and feels great to use. Battery is about 3-5 hours and is less when running demanding games. It is obviously best to plug it in, when possible, to get the best performance. :::Pros & Cons::: Pros: - OLED display - 120hz display (smooth) - Small form factor - Premium design and feel - Plenty of I&O - Plenty of power - Nice RGB strip on outer display cover Cons: - Can’t find anything to complain about :::Closing Thoughts::: This device is a work of art and has plenty of power under the hood. The 5060 is plenty powerful and runs smoothly when playing games. I was able to get 40 FPS but will tweak it some more to squeeze more power out. I bought an Xbox controller and have an awesome pair of headphones and get fully immersed. I will test out my PSVR2 out soon that is next on my to do list and want to test out Half Life Alyx. :::TL;DR::: Need a dedicated gaming laptop then look no further. This device is my sweet spot and likely may be for you as well.

So I’ve been using the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 for a little over a week now, and I have to say — it’s kind of the perfect mix for what I was looking for. I’ve been running GTA5 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare online on it without a hitch, and I’ve also tested it out on some light video editing and the usual spreadsheet grind. So far, it’s performed really well with everything that I've thrown at it. One of the first things I noticed was the build. It feels solid, but it’s lightweight enough that I could actually see myself traveling with it. That’s rare for a gaming laptop. It looks clean and professional too — not over-the-top with RGB lights blasting everywhere. There’s a small LED strip on the back that you can set to a solid color or just turn off, which is nice if you're trying not to draw attention in a conference room. The screen is really impressive. That OLED panel is sharp, colors are rich, and it’s easy on the eyes whether I’m gaming or going through emails and docs. Text is super crisp too, which makes work a little less painful. Typing on it feels great, no complaints there. The trackpad is smooth too, but I do kind of wish it wasn’t mechanical. It works fine, just something I noticed — especially when I’ve got Dorito fingers from a late-night gaming session. You know how it goes. Performance has been solid across the board. That Ryzen 9 with the RTX 5060 might not be the biggest, baddest combo out there, but honestly, it does the job really well. I was impressed with how smooth everything ran, even when I was scrubbing through video previews. Fans do kick in when you’re gaming, but it’s not crazy loud, and it doesn’t get uncomfortably hot either — even when I’ve had it on my lap for a bit. Battery life is pretty average, which I expected. What I didn’t love was the massive charger that comes with it. Luckily, it supports USB-C Power Delivery, so I’ve been using a smaller charger and leaving that big brick at home. It’s not a deal breaker, just kind of annoying. All in all, this thing’s shaping up to be a strong contender for my main travel laptop. It’s got enough power to play games at night, but it’s still clean and portable enough for work during the day. If you’re looking for something that pulls double duty without screaming “I’m a gamer!” from across the room, the Zephyrus G14 is definitely worth checking out.

TLDR; Great performance to battery ratio, beautiful screen, loud when hot, fast enough for most gamers, decent speakers. When received, this laptop had quite a few updates to go through, make sure you go through all of it; you'll have to update the nvidia drivers, armory crate, myASUS updates, and of course windows itself. Windows will need to do it several times as it uses an older Windows and it comes in different stages of updates. After completing all that, which took a few hours, I immediately downloaded 3dmark to get an idea of some sense of performance. I included screenshots of some benchmarks for reference, including Steel Mad, Port Royal, Timespy etc. See the screen shots. This was plugged in and under performance mode. The scores were definitely not "off the chart" as it runs a 5060 when compared to those $5000 laptops running 5090's, but it was very fast and respectable. The system itself feels snappy with the Ryzen 9 chip, and 16gb DDR5. The hard specs you can see on the spec sheet, in real world use it feels snappy enough where you forget it's a 14" laptop. I was able to throw in some Diablo 4, Expedition 33, and Overwatch, all >60fps at it's lowest settings without being plugged in, with Diablo 4 dipping more than the other 2 to 30s when it clutters on the screen. The keyboard feels clicky enough without sounding too loud / obnoxious, trackpad was pretty standard, speakers sounded great for it's size, and I was able to stay in a zoom meeting while browsing the internet for about 3.5 hours, which was great relative to most laptops. You can charge the laptop with the included adapter, but also was able to charge via USB-C which was nice. The keyboard RGB and the laptop cover streak of light on the back was customizable, but very simple patterns only, nothing too complex. I do appreciate the simplicity. Finally when you are using the laptop, be aware of the setting in armory crate/myASUS. Choosing balanced may slow down the computer but extends your battery life, I've kept it at turbo/ultra as much as possible so my review is based mostly off the ultra/turbo settings (for speedy/fast). Would definitely recommend this laptop for most people. It's the perfect balance

The 2025 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 is a seriously impressive little gaming beast. The 14 inch OLED 3K display is one of the best I’ve seen. The colors are vibrant and the 120Hz refresh rate is perfect for high framerate gaming. The RTX 5060 is what it is. Don’t expect AAA gaming at a full 3K, but don’t fool yourself into thinking you can do some serious gaming on the go. You have a solid dedicated GPU at your disposal, and it makes a huge difference. Modern triple A games won’t have any issue running at 1080P and many will run at 1440P well above 60FPS. DLSS is available too, so frame generation is also available. Marvel Rivals at 1440P and medium settings easily ran above 160FPS. The MUX switch is perfect for a 14 laptop. Being able to automatically switch to the integrated GPU when not gaming makes everyday tasks like internet browsing and streaming a total ease while still preserving battery life. Multiple tabs open, video streaming, and downloads all run at the same time without any slowdown. For productivity, I appreciate the OLED screen and the overall strong performance. Video calls look sharp and multimedia tasks are a pleasure. The keyboard is comfortable and one of the nicer offerings for the size. Battery life is what you’d expect from a gaming laptop. The RGB features are fun and what you’d hope for in a higher end gaming machine. Asus goes above and beyond with the design and LED strip on the top of the lid. The visual design is top notch. It’s not perfect. However, for the size, design, and performance I only have a couple of nags. One, this thing gets hot. Like unbearably hot. Like "gaming on your lap is probably out of the question" hot. Two, and maybe I’m just spoiled from other “no longer available in the USA” laptop manufacturers, but the brightness stepping on the LEDs is too drastic. I want a dimly lit keyboard, here you get 3 steps ranging from bright to super bright. If you want a portable gaming machine that can still be used as a daily driver, this might be the one. If you want 4K Cyberpunk at 60FPS, you might need to find something a little larger with a 5080. It's a big thumbs up for me!

I’ve tested both versions of the 2025 ROG Zephyrus G14 — the RTX 5060 and the RTX 5070 Ti — and wanted to share my experience for anyone deciding between the two. Performance The 5060 surprised me with how capable it was. I played The Witcher 3, The Last of Us Part I, and Cyberpunk 2077, and it handled all of them well with DLSS Frame Gen and some careful tuning. You’ll need to tweak settings for the best balance — expect GPU/RAM usage around 95–99 %, but it delivers smooth gameplay once optimized. After upgrading to the 5070 Ti, the difference was instantly noticeable. With 12 GB VRAM, I can run those same games at high/ultra settings — 1440p or 4 K when docked — with Frame Gen on Quality or even off without stuttering. GPU and RAM utilization dropped to ~60 %, meaning the system has more headroom and stays cooler. Portability & Battery Life I originally owned a ROG Strix 16 5070 Ti — great performance, but too bulky with poor battery life. The G14 is the total opposite: light, compact, and efficient. Even the 5060 variant offered excellent battery life for a gaming laptop, making it ideal for travel or unplugged work. The 5070 Ti maintains good endurance and gives you full performance when plugged in. Value & Pricing For that small jump, the 5070 Ti feels absolutely worth it. It provides better longevity, smoother performance, and peace of mind knowing you won’t need to compromise settings in future games. That said, if you can find the 5060 model for around low $1 000 or less, it’s a ridiculous value — cheaper than an iPhone yet powerful enough for modern gaming and productivity in 2025. Final Verdict • G14 (5070 Ti): The sweet spot for those wanting portable power without sacrificing performance or thermals. • G14 (5060): A budget-friendly alternative that still delivers impressive results with a bit of tuning. For me, the Zephyrus G14 5070 Ti is hands-down the best overall laptop of 2025 — perfect balance of performance, portability, and battery life.

Portable gaming beast. I love the OLED screen in such a portable size. It is indeed quick at doing most tasks. The one thing I deducted a star for was it does overheat while playing extensive gaming. At one point the game I was playing froze. It gets very hot so may need a laptop cooler. Oterwise very happy and better value on sale vs others in it's class.