ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

excellent battery life

fast ssd storage

comfortable keyboard

sharp display

average sound quality

no dedicated gpu

fewer port options

limited upgradeability

Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

robust build quality

ample storage options

decent processor speed

solid basic performance

average battery life

modest display quality

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) and Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2)
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
71 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) vs. Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 20.8 cm x 1.39 cm 39.9 cm x 27.4 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.17 kg 2.02 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Pine grey Iron grey
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 17.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 72% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, WideView, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - 3D Xpoint (Optane) - Intel 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 512 GB SSD - (M.2) - PCIe NVM Express (NVMe) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amp Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 67 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 22 hours Up to 8.4 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 8.4 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, SMB Service hot key
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack (on supplied cable)
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included ASUS Splendid, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), MyASUS, System Diagnosis, Battery Health Charging, AppDeals Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (83A2)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, USB-C to audio jack adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, ErgoLift Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
SAR Value 0.228 W/kg (body), 0.228 W/kg (limb) -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number BM191T -
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