ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

fast ssd storage

powerful amd processor

long battery life

comfortable keyboard

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

average display brightness

higher price point

LG gram 17Z990 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of LG gram 17Z990 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

long-lasting battery

large high-resolution display

robust build quality

solid overall performance

higher price point

limited gaming capabilities

no discrete GPU

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) and LG gram 17Z990
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) vs. LG gram 17Z990 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) LG gram 17Z990
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 21 cm x 1.43 cm 38.075 cm x 26.593 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 1.22 kg 1.34 kg
Case Material Aluminum Magnesium-nanocarbon alloy
Colour Pine grey Dark silver
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) LG gram 17Z990
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 96% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Reader Mode, Daylight Mode
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) LG gram 17Z990
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 4500U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core -
Cache 8 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) LG gram 17Z990
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) LG gram 17Z990
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) LG gram 17Z990
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD (front)
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Built-in microphone
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Speakers
Compliant Standards - DTS Headphone:X
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) LG gram 17Z990
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) LG gram 17Z990
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Installed Qty - 1
Battery Capacity (Size) 67 Wh 9360 mAh
Battery Life - Up to 19.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) LG gram 17Z990
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) LG gram 17Z990
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Gesture function, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) LG gram 17Z990
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone output (on supplied adapter)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
3 x USB 3.1
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (with power off charging)
HDMI
Headphone output
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) LG gram 17Z990
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included McAfee, MyASUS Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), LG Easy Guide, LG Control Center, LG Update Center, LG Power Manager, LG On Screen Display 3, LG Reader Mode, DTS Headphone X
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) LG gram 17Z990
Included Accessories Power adapter, sleeve, USB to Ethernet adapter, USB-C to audio jack adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - HDD lock
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G MIL-STD 810G
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 2 years
Model Number AM080R V
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