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 Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning oled display

powerful intel processor

premium build quality

innovative soundbar hinge

responsive touchscreen

high price point

limited port selection

heavier design

average battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) and Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) vs. Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 20.8 cm x 1.39 cm 36.244 cm x 24.482 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.17 kg 2.18 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Pine grey Storm grey
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3200 x 2000 (3.2K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB, 100% DCI-P3
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, WideView, NanoEdge display Glossy, Glass Panel, Delta E<1 calibration, Eyesafe technology, Dolby Vision, TCON (Timing Controller) colour calibration
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) i7-13705H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 6 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5X SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - 3D Xpoint (Optane) - Intel 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 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 Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Dynamic Boost 2.0, Direct X 12 Ultimate
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor, e-camera shutter
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Two tweeters, four woofers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Smart Amplifier
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amp Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 67 Wh 75 Wh
Battery Life Up to 22 hours Up to 11 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 170 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (0 free)
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 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
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 Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home - 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 Yoga Pro 9 16IRP8 (83BY)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, USB-C to audio jack adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, hall sensor
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, ErgoLift Administrator password, hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), TUV Rheinland Eyesafe 2.0 Display
SAR Value 0.228 W/kg (body), 0.228 W/kg (limb) -
Carbon Footprint - 366 kg carbon emissions
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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