Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 GA402RK
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Reviews for the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 GA402RK
Source: The Tech Chap
It's HERE! The 2022 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 with it's ALL-AMD hardware (6800HS + RX 6800S) packs a punch! Plus ASUS Fixes all my complaints from last year... but is it enough to upgrade?
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/23/2022
Source: Ultrabook Review
If you're after a compact multi-purpose laptop in the sub $2000 price range, the 2022 ROG Zephyrus G14 is definitely an option to consider. Compared to the previous G14s, this 2022 model offers refined looks and ergonomics, better inputs and ports, superior screen options, and a webcam, as well as more capable hardware with an updated thermal module. However, it should come as no surprise that squeezing powerful specs inside a compact chassis leads to high internal and external temperatures, especially on an AMD-exclusive platform, so make sure to understand what to expect from this notebook before jumping on it.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/23/2022
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Ultrabook Review
All in all, this Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 GA402 is a collection of small refinements of the previous generation, all adding up to an overall improved product. I appreciate the grippier rubber feet, the 180-screen design, the hidden status LEDs, and the fact there’s now a camera at the top of the main display, alongside the updated inputs, screen options, and the more powerful specs with a more advanced thermal module. Still, I’ll need to take this through a proper spin before I can draw any conclusions on performance, as I’m curious where this positions itself against the Nvidia-based competition available with other powerful 14-inchers, as well as how the cooling design handles sustained loads in terms of temperatures and noise levels. If it checks these boxes as well, I expect the 2022 G14 to be highly competitive once more, so I sure am excited about this update. Stay around for our review in the weeks to come, and in the meantime, I’d love to hear your thoughts on this Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 GA402R series.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/21/2022
Source: Ultrabook Review
All in all, this Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 GA402 is a collection of small refinements of the previous generation, all adding up to an overall improved product. I appreciate the grippier rubber feet, the 180-screen design, the hidden status LEDs, and the fact there’s now a camera at the top of the main display, alongside the updated inputs, screen options, and the more powerful specs with a more advanced thermal module. Still, I’ll need to take this through a proper spin before I can draw any conclusions on performance, as I’m curious where this positions itself against the Nvidia-based competition available with other powerful 14-inchers, as well as how the cooling design handles sustained loads in terms of temperatures and noise levels. If it checks these boxes as well, I expect the 2022 G14 to be highly competitive once more, so I sure am excited about this update. Stay around for our review in the weeks to come, and in the meantime, I’d love to hear your thoughts on this Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 GA402R series.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/21/2022
Source: Matthew Moniz
Review of the 2022 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14. They completely changed the design for the better and it uses the new Ryzen 6000 series cpu. It's a much better gaming laptop, finally has a webcam and the battery life is amazing. But it's not perfect and theres a few things to watch out for!
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/20/2022
Source: Techradar
The Asus Zephyrus G14, just like the 2020 version, is an absolute stunner of a gaming laptop. Its a wonder to look at, and it's light enough that you'll toss it in your bag and forget it's even there. It's the kind of gaming laptop that you'll be able to work into your daily life without having to worry about any added back pain or judgement from people at the coffee shop. However, with how good Intel Alder Lake-based laptops are right now, the performance on offer does leave a bit to be desired – at least when it comes to raw CPU performance. We will be continuing our testing suite from here, and we can't wait to see where this laptop ultimately lands.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/18/2022
Source: The Verge
The long and short of it is: You can get a G15 for way less. If you’d prefer a 14-incher, you can get a Blade 14 for way less. While these have 16:9 screens, less RAM, and no virtual pets, they’re better in the area that’s most important in a gaming laptop: frame rates in GPU-intensive games. If you want the 16:10 and the pretty lights, you might also consider the Zephyrus M16. It doesn’t offer quite as much in terms of raw graphics power, but it came quite close on the titles tested here, and it’s currently available for literally $1,000 less. This high-end G14 is really in the Blade 15 Advanced’s price category, and that’s a tougher class than it’s occupied in the past. The G14 has a nearly flawless chassis and a powerful CPU that may be worth $1,599, but you shouldn’t spend $2,500. To earn that price tag, it needs to bring better performance.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/17/2022
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: The Verge
The long and short of it is: You can get a G15 for way less. If you’d prefer a 14-incher, you can get a Blade 14 for way less. While these have 16:9 screens, less RAM, and no virtual pets, they’re better in the area that’s most important in a gaming laptop: frame rates in GPU-intensive games. If you want the 16:10 and the pretty lights, you might also consider the Zephyrus M16. It doesn’t offer quite as much in terms of raw graphics power, but it came quite close on the titles tested here, and it’s currently available for literally $1,000 less. This high-end G14 is really in the Blade 15 Advanced’s price category, and that’s a tougher class than it’s occupied in the past. The G14 has a nearly flawless chassis and a powerful CPU that may be worth $1,599, but you shouldn’t spend $2,500. To earn that price tag, it needs to bring better performance.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/17/2022
Rating: Total score: 70%
Foreign Reviews
Source: VNReview VN→EN
Positive: Compact size; light weight; powerful processor; high performance; impressive design; solid workmanship; long battery life.
Hands-On, online available, Long, Date: 04/28/2022
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ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 is a compact gaming laptop that packs performance in a small build. Compared to its predecessors, the new version also offers more power thanks to AMD and the new Zen 3 processors. The Ze[hyrus G14 logo nameplate has a lustrous new holographic hue which is a very unique way to grab attention. The lid of the machine is covered with 14969 precision CNC milled holes. The bottom of the machine uses perforated metal, keeping it thin, light and performs better in cooling. Additionally, there's a QHD+ panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. The resulting display and unique design combination justifies the retail pricing. In terms of brightness and its distribution, the QHD display performed well and also achieved very good results in complete darkness. A gaming device needs to have good performance. Asus went with AMD's latest processor, the Ryzen 9 6900HS, and that's the right thing to do. The octa-core CPU offers solid multi-core performance, and single-core performance has also been greatly improved.
The AMD RADEON RX 6800S with 8GB of GDDR6 memory was used as the graphics card. 16GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB solid-state drive complement the overall package nicely. With this hardware specification, most games were played smoothly in maximum detail. The Zephyrus G14's speakers delivered a better than expected sound quality. Great performance has to be paired with a cooling system for sustainable performance. The Zephyrus 14 is equipped with ROG Intelligent Cooling which features a custom vapor chamber for ultra-efficient heat transfer from the hottest components. Besides that, it also has 0dB technology that allows the fans to be automatically disabled for a truly silent experience.
Battery life is often a weak point for gaming laptops. However, the Zephyrus G14 is completely different. In terms of power consumption, the Zephyrus G14 consumes less power than other competition in idle use. The laptop's 240-watt power supply also charges quicker than its predecessor, which means the battery will be charged quicker than before. Unlike other compact gaming laptops, the Zephyrus G14 is equipped with many input/output ports for connectivity. It has two USB 3.2 Type-C ports, two USB 3.2 Type-A connections, a full-sized HDMI 2.0 socket, a combination audio jack and a microSD card reader. With the Zephyrus G14, Asus delivers a high performing yet attractive looking device. It is a great choice for gamers who are looking for a decent laptop to game on the go.
Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam
AMD Radeon RX 6800S: High-end mobile graphics card based on a Navi 23 chip (new RDNA2 architecture) and manufactured in the modern 7nm process. Offers 2,048 cores (32 CUs) and using 12 GB GDDR6 graphics memory. The game clock is specified at 2 GHz at 100 Watt TDP. The 6800S is the power saving variant of the Radeon RX 6800M.
With these GPUs you are able to play modern and demanding games fluently at medium detail settings and HD resolution.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
R9 6900HS: Mobile Octa-Core APU using Zen 3+ cores clocked at 3.3 to 4.9 GHz and an RDNA2 graphics adapter with 12 CUs clocked at up to 2,400 MHz. The HS variant offers a 10 W lower TDP and therefore a lower sustained performance than the HX version.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
14.00":
There are hardly any tablets in this display size range anymore. For subnotebooks, on the other hand, it is the standard format.
The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small and therefore easily portable. The smaller display also has the advantage of requiring less power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is more strenuous on the eyes. High resolutions are more likely to be found in standard laptops.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.Asus: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. is a major Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer based in Taipei, founded in 1989. Under the Asus brand name, the company manufactures a wide range of products, including laptops, desktops, motherboards, graphics cards, monitors, smartphones and networking equipment, complete systems and PC components for end users.
Under the ROG (Republic of Gamers) brand name, ASUS manufactures gaming laptops known by gamers for their powerful specifications, dedicated graphics cards, high refresh rate displays and advanced cooling systems.
Beyond gaming, a wide range of notebooks are offered for different needs and budgets, from ultra-slim and lightweight ultrabooks to versatile 2-in-1 convertibles and budget-friendly options. In 2023, Asus had a 7% global market share of the PC market.
Customer satisfaction with ASUS notebooks concerns performance, the features, and the good price-performance ratio of ASUS notebooks. However, as with any brand, there are occasional reports of problems such as overheating, driver compatibility, or build quality issues.
76.67%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.