By Luke Larsen
Published January 7, 2025 9:30 AM EST
AtCES 2025, Asus has announced a new Vivobook 14 laptop that is pushing the boundaries on what you can get in a budget laptop. The Snapdragon X-powered Vivobook 14 will start at just $700, making it the most affordable Copilot+ laptop on the market.
Product Details
The Vivobook 14 comes with a 13.6-inch FHD display (1920×1080) and a resolution of up to QHD+ (2560×1600). It runs on a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC, which is paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM. Storage options include up to 512GB of NVMe SSD.
Key Features
- Performance: The laptop features 1TB of storage and 16GB of RAM.
- Battery Life: It boasts a long battery life, with support for up to 30 hours of use.
- Connectivity: The device is equipped with multiple ports, including USB-C, HDMI, Ethernet, and Bluetooth.
Competitor Comparison
The Vivobook 14 is priced at $700, making it more affordable than the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro, which starts at $899. However, the Vivobook 14 does not come with a keyboard or trackpad, unlike its competitors.
Editor’s Take
This price point makes Asus’ laptops highly attractive to budget-conscious users who prioritize performance and affordability. The Snapdragon X platform ensures smooth operation of demanding applications, making it an ideal choice for gaming enthusiasts at a lower cost.
By Luke Larsen
Published January 7, 2025 9:30 AM EST
Intel has been pushing hard to reclaim its position in the gaming laptop market. With its new Lunar Lake CPU series and aggressive AI initiatives, Intel is aiming to challenge brands like Asus.
Key Updates from Intel
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- Core Ultra HX: Equipped with a discrete graphics card, these processors are optimized for intensive gaming tasks.
- Core Ultra 9 285HX: Packing up to 24 cores and clock speeds of up to 5.5GHz, this is Intel’s flagship offering.
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