ASUS - ROG Zephyrus 14" WQXGA 120Hz Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9 - 16GB DDR5 Memory - AMD Radeon RX 6800S - 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD - Moonlight White
- Key Specs
- Screen Size: 14 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Refresh Rate: 120Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Brightness: 500 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
- Processor Model: AMD Ryzen 9 6000 Series (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 6800S (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.0 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- General
- Product Name: ROG Zephyrus 14" WQXGA 120Hz Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9 - 16GB DDR5 Memory - AMD Radeon RX 6800S - 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD
- Brand: ASUS
- Model Number: GA402RK-G14.R96800
- Year of Release: 2022
- Color: Moonlight White
- Display
- Display Type: LED
- Screen Size: 14 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Refresh Rate: 120Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Brightness: 500 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
- Processor
- Processor Brand: AMD
- Processor Model: AMD Ryzen 9 6000 Series (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Processor Model Number: 6900HS
- Number of CPU Cores: 8-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Storage
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 1000 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
- Solid State Drive Interface: PCIe 4.0 (Connects the solid state drive to the host system. PCI and SATA interfaces are the most common; PCI interfaces are typically faster, but SATA interfaces are compatible with a wider range of systems.)
- Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Type of Memory (RAM): DDR5 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- System Memory RAM Speed: 4800 megahertz (How fast the information-storing hardware operates. The faster the RAM, the faster memory can be transferred to other system components. Ultimately, faster RAM improves operational efficiency.)
- Number Of Memory Slots: 1
- Number of Memory Sticks Included: 1
- System Memory RAM Expandable To: 24 gigabytes (Adding more random-access memory (RAM) to a computer speeds up performance and improves efficiency. Upgrades to memory are limited by the number of expansion slots for additional RAM and existing RAM installed on the device.)
- Graphics
- Graphics Type: Dedicated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
- GPU Brand: AMD Radeon
- Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 6800S (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- GPU Video Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a GPU’s, or graphics cards, short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the GPU can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, larger amounts of RAM for gaming or video editing increases performance.)
- Compatibility
- Operating System: Windows 11 Home (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- Operating System Architecture: 64-bit (An operating system (OS) manages computer hardware, software resources, and programs in conjunction with the system's processor. 64-bit operating systems can handle more data at once than 32-bit systems, resulting in faster speeds, more effiency, and overall improved performance.)
- Connectivity
- Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.0 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
- USB Ports: 2 x USB-A 3.2, 2 x USB-C 3.2 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 4
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Standard: AX (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Cooling
- CPU Cooling System: Air
- Power
- Power Supply Maximum Wattage: 240 watts
- Battery Cells: 4-cell
- Expansion
- Number of M.2 Slots: 1 (This interface is most commonly used for high-speed solid state drives (SSDs), and is often used in laptops due to its small size.)
- Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
- Front Facing Camera Video Resolution: 720p (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used by the camera facing the user to capture video. The higher the resolution the finer the video detail that can be seen.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Features
- 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- Customizable Keyboard Lighting: RGB
- Audio Technology: Dobly Atmos
- Casing Material: Aluminum, Magnesium alloy, Plastic
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.73 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 12.28 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 8.94 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 3.64 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
- Included
- Optical Drive Type: None (An optical disk drive (ODD) uses a laser light to read data from or write data to an optical disc. These discs include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. This allows you to play music or watch movies using prerecorded discs.)
- Other
- UPC: 195553668293
Game like a pro on Windows 11 with this ROG Zephyrus G14. Double up on AMD firepower with Ryzen 9 6900HS CPU and Radeon RX 6800S GPU featuring exclusive AMD SmartShift and Smart Access Memory technology that dynamically boosts performance for any task. Be confident in screen quality with an ROG Nebula 120Hz Display. Leap into the next generation of memory and storage with 16GB of DDR5 RAM, and 1TB of PCIe 4.0 SSD storage.
- Windows 11 Operating System: Family, friends, passions, music, creations, games – Windows 11 is the one place for it all. With a fresh new feel and tools that make it easier to be efficient, it has what you need for whatever’s next.
- The AMD Advantage - AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS: Power your games with the latest AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS CPU. 8 cores and 16 threads are ready to handle the latest AAA games.
- AMD Radeon RX 6800S 8GB GDDR6 Graphics: All new AMD Radeon RX 6800S 8GB GDDR6 at 80W (105W with AMD SmartShift) for an ultrafast GPU to fuel your games.
- AMD SmartShift Max: AMD SmartShift Max technology dynamically shifts power in your laptop to help boost performance for gaming and content creation. Gamers get a graphics performance boost when it matters, while content creators can get that extra horsepower needed to finish their tasks quickly.
- AMD Smart Access Memory: AMD Smart Access Memory enables AMD Ryzen™ processors to harness the full potential of the Radeon™ graphics card memory. Enjoy high-speed performance with all-AMD components in your system for the ultimate gaming advantage.
- Republic of Gamers Nebula Display: ROG Nebula Display is the new standard in gaming displays. ROG Nebula Displays guarantee minimum brightness, color representation, refresh rates, response times, and more.
- 14" WQXGA 120Hz Display: The 120Hz ultra bright 500 nits display features a 2560x1600 resolution that gives you more space for toolbars and tabs. Don't worry about ghosting with the 3ms response time and Adaptive Sync.
- 16GB of next generation, dual-channel, DDR5 4800Mhz system memory: 16GB (8GB + 8GB) of dual-channel memory significantly increases performance, compared to single-channel, and the blazing fast 4800MHz DDR5 next generation memory standard allows this laptop to multitask with ease.
- 1TB Solid State Drive (PCIe Gen4): Save files fast and store more data and games. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCIe SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
- MUX Switch for Direct GPU Mode: For competitive games, use the built-in MUX switch to switch to direct GPU mode to reduces latency and boost performance by an average of 9%.
- Weighs 3.64 lbs and Measures 0.73" Thin: The G14 is a true featherweight for its class, weighing in at just 3.64 lbs and only 0.73" thin. This extremely lightweight chassis means the G14 is exceptionally portable, fitting in even small bags and carrying cases.
- Robust Connectivity: ROG Zephyrus G14 is ripe with connectivity. With two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C ports and two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, the machine has excellent options even for high speed external devices.
- Wireless/Wired connectivity (WiFi 6E): The latest WiFi 6E standard ensures lower latency and better network connections, even on crowded WiFi networks.
- ROG Intelligent Cooling: Enjoy intelligent and dynamic cooling modes with ROG Intelligent Cooling. Let the system automatically choose between different cooling modes, depending on demanding your tasks are.
- Crystal Clear Audio: Four speaker system with Smart Amplifier Technology and Dolby Atmos support provides excellent stereo sound for your favorite content.
- 720p IR Camera: Video chat with friends and family using the front facing HD camera. Logging in is a breeze with Windows Hello
- Single-zone RGB Keyboard Backlight: Work or game in low light settings with ease and choose any color to fit your style.
- Basic Software Package Included: 30-days trial of Microsoft Office 365.
- Additional ports: Headphone/microphone combo jack. Note: This laptop does not include a built-in DVD/CD drive.
Q: When will this be available for purchase?
A: March 30!
A: Yes, the RAM is upgradeable, but I tentatively have to modify my prior answer. First a typo, the cheap model has the 6700S graphics and the more expensive model has the 6800S graphics (and neither have the Anime case). The prior conjecture was that the cheaper one with 6700S graphics comes with 8 GB soldered and an 8 GB DDR5 stick, whereas the expensive model with 6800S graphics comes with 16 GB soldered and an empty DDR5 slot. While the cheaper model does indeed come with 8 GB soldered and an 8 GB DDR5 stick, I have to replace that earlier conjecture with "we don't know for sure" since it is unclear what the memory arrangement is in the more expensive model. Why don't we know? Because it's not clear whether Best Buy's description is accurate, and they make a lot of mistakes. We won't know for sure until somebody buys the expensive model and upgrades the RAM themselves (or has Geek Squad do it and asks the question when done). And there's 7 screws (some under rubber feet) holding the back in place, so it's not for the feint of heart. The reason we thought (or may still think) that the expensive model with 6800S graphics comes with just a 16 GB soldered and an empty slot is not only that it makes more sense (since if you can afford the better grahics then you probably want to upgrade your RAM too and why hobble your poor customer by soldering-in only 8 GB), but also that reviews of the 6800S graphics model online state that their sample came with 32 GB, namely a 16 GB soldered and a 16 GB stick in the slot. But now I see that the Information section for both models on the Best Buy web sight says "16GB (8GB + 8GB) of dual-channel memory significantly increases performance" for both the cheaper model and the more expensive model. In other words, if true, that statement implies that both models come with 8 GB soldered plus an 8 GB stick. Now the problem is that Best Buy make lots of mistakes. So the question is, is this a mistake in Best Buy describing the memory for the more expensive model, or is it the truth? Again, we won't know til someone gambles on the more expensive model and tries the RAM upgrade. It could be that Best Buy ordered their own custom models from Asus with (always) 8 GB soldered and an 8 GB stick. This has the advantage of being dual-channel as sold. But it kinda messes up the people buying the more expensive model, most of whom would have preferred it to come with only 16 GB soldered, so that they can use it with hobbled memory initially and then later on when DDR5 memory comes down in price, add a 16 GB stick to get 32 GB total of dual-channel memory. This would be "lack of visionary" on Best Buy's part, but would not be surprising. So re memory, we know what gives on the cheaper model, but on the more expensive model with 6800S graphics, we await a verified purchaser doing a memory upgrade to enlighten us.
Q: Will there be a 32gb ram version ?
A: Previous versions of the G14 with 32GB were not sold at Best Buy, so I honestly don't expect that to change. Looking at various online reviews, the version with Animatrix LEDs and 32GB seem to retail at around $2,499. Comparing the currently available G14 with the 6700S GPU at $1,649, I would expect the 6800S 32GB model (without Animatrix) to possibly retail at least at $1,999. Short answer, this ain't it.
Q: Asus claims the display is 500 nit in terms of brightness, but some reviews say only 232 nits?
A: I suspect that they checked brightness while having the AMD Vari-Bright turned on. Other reviews report brightness right around 500 nits.
Q: Does this come with a sleeve and is it anime matrix?
A: Based on the "Weight" spec listed in the specs sheet, there is no anime matrix. The version with anime matrix would be heavier.
Q: Can the USB-C port output 4k 120Hz or 8k 30Hz to a Display Port or HDMI 2.1 compatible TV/Monitor ?
A: Took me a little bit of research but I finally found the answer to your question, this laptop is not HDMI 2.1 compatible, it does have a HDMI port but that is only 2.0b which means it can only go up to 4k @60hz. Now that being said it does have display port 1.4 also this can do a lot more like 4k @120hz and 8k @60hz, so if you want to use those resolutions you would have to use the display port.
A: Yeah its crazy, but there are no other shortcomings power is going to be the same, as far as I can tell. And according to the ASUS store the screen is the same on all 2022 models. So maybe your talking about last years QHD models? Yes the QHD is better it offers better color gamut so more vibrant colors.
A: It’s never been on sale yet. So it never went out of stock. :3
