Microsoft Surface vs. ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface and ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Microsoft Surface Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile form factor

high-resolution touchscreen

lightweight design

solid build quality

good battery life

higher price range

limited port selection

moderate storage options

average graphics performance

ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

compact lightweight design

powerful intel processor

fast ssd storage

good battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated gpu

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface and ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA)
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface vs. ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.8 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.57 cm 31.1 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, anodised aluminium -
Colour Platinum Pine grey
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA)
Screen Size (Type) 12.4" 14" OLED
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
Screen Resolution 1536 x 1024 3840 x 2400 (4K)
Pixel Density (ppi) 148 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness - 550 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Corning Gorilla glass 3, Color Calibrated, PixelSense, sRGB Mode, enhanced colour Blue light reduction, Pantone Validated, HDR 500 True Black, 88% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Microsoft Surface ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
STORAGE Microsoft Surface ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual far-field studio microphones Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features Output: Omnisonic speakers Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA)
Technology - 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 39 Watt 100 Watt, 20 V, 5 A
INPUT Microsoft Surface ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, stylus, NumberPad 2.0
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Precision touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2/DisplayPort
USB 3.1
Headphone output (mini-phone 3.5 mm)
SurfaceConnect
HDMI 2.0b
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) McAfee LiveSafe, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401FEA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Fast charging System password, ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards - SGS Eye Care Display Certification
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number - KU106X
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