ASUS Zenbook 14 UX3480 gets a Ceraluminum lid and weighs from 1.1 kg
The ASUS Zenbook 14 UX3480 comes in three versions with Intel, AMD, and Snapdragon chips, weighs from 1.1 kg, and features a 14-inch OLED display, a battery of up to 70 Wh, and a starting price of 34,990,000 VND.
- The ASUS Zenbook 14 UX3480 comes in three models: UX3480AA (Intel Core Ultra Series 3), UX3480KA (AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series), and UX3480QA (Snapdragon X).
- The laptop weighs from 1.1 kg. Its lid is made of Ceraluminum, an aluminum-ceramic material, and comes in two colors: Komodo Coral and Arctic Blue.
- It has a 14-inch OLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate, a battery of up to 70 Wh, and an NPU rated at 50 TOPS (Copilot+ PC).
- A new cooling system supports a TDP of up to 35 W, 25% higher than the previous generation.
- Prices range from 34,990,000 VND (Snapdragon X) to 50,990,000 VND (Core Ultra 9 386H).
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ASUS Zenbook 14 UX3480
ASUS has introduced the Zenbook 14 UX3480, the new generation of its 14-inch ultrabook line. The laptop is split into three models by platform: the UX3480AA uses Intel Core Ultra Series 3, the UX3480KA runs AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series, and the UX3480QA uses Snapdragon X. All three meet the Copilot+ PC standard. According to ASUS, the NPU in the Intel and AMD versions reaches up to 50 TOPS, while the Snapdragon version delivers 45 TOPS.
On the memory side, the Intel and AMD versions support up to 24 GB of DDR5X RAM, while the Snapdragon version has 16 GB. All three ship with a 512 GB PCIe 4.0 SSD. The laptop weighs 1.2 kg in the Intel and AMD versions, and just 1.1 kg in the Snapdragon version.
Ceraluminum aluminum-ceramic lid
The highlight of this generation is Ceraluminum, ASUS's proprietary aluminum-ceramic material used for the lid. According to ASUS, thanks to a ceramic-forming process, Ceraluminum is up to 3 times harder than conventional anodized aluminum. The surface has a gloss level below 20, so it feels smooth and matte, resists fingerprints, and is easy to wipe clean when needed.
All durability figures come from ASUS. The Zenbook 14 surface withstands more than 18,000 rubs at a single point without leaving a scratch. When a 1 kg weight is dropped from a height of 30 cm, the surface does not crack or chip.
The laptop comes in two colors: Komodo Coral, inspired by the pink sand beaches of Indonesia, and Arctic Blue, which evokes Arctic ice. The Easy Lift hinge lets you open the lid with one finger and keeps the display steady and firm while you type.
Battery, cooling, and performance
The Intel and AMD versions have a 70 Wh battery, while the Snapdragon version has a 50 Wh battery. ASUS rates offline video playback at 29+ hours, 33+ hours, and 30+ hours, respectively. All three Zenbook 14 versions reach 18+ hours of web browsing. The laptop supports fast charging, reaching 60% in 49 minutes. Note that these are manufacturer figures that have not been independently tested, and real-world battery life may vary with ambient conditions and how you use the laptop.
The cooling system has been redesigned with a fan 1.32 times larger and 1.79 times more airflow. As a result, the Zenbook 14 sustains a TDP of up to 35 W, 25% higher than the previous generation. The Snapdragon version has a TDP of 28 W.
Display, keyboard, and ports
The Zenbook 14's 14-inch OLED display has a 16:10 aspect ratio and a resolution of 2880 x 1800 pixels, with a 120 Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of 1,100 nits. The screen-to-body ratio is 89%. The Intel version has a 3K panel, while the AMD and Snapdragon versions stop at FHD. The laptop has dual Multimagnet speakers for better audio in a slim chassis.
The ErgoSense keyboard has 1.7 mm of key travel and 19.05 mm key pitch, matching a standalone keyboard for a comfortable typing experience. The keycaps are slightly concave by 0.1 mm to cradle your fingertips. The touchpad measures 127 x 79 mm and supports gestures for adjusting volume, brightness, and scrubbing through video.
For connectivity, the Zenbook 14 has an HDMI 2.1 port, a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, a Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Type-C port, a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port, and a 3.5 mm combo audio jack. A Full HD IR camera comes with two microphones, and supports background blur and noise cancellation for video calls.
Security, software, and pricing
On the security side, the ASUS Zenbook 14 UX3480 has a Microsoft Pluton chip integrated into the CPU. The infrared camera supports Windows Hello face unlock, allowing quick sign-in without typing a password. You can also sign in with a passkey instead of a password.
On the software side, the laptop includes MyASUS, GlideX for sharing screens across devices, and ScreenXpert for managing app windows. There are also utilities such as ASUS OLED Care, Battery Care Mode, and Fan Profile, which both provide information and help monitor the laptop's operating status.
Pricing for the Zenbook 14 UX3480 configurations in Vietnam: the Core Ultra 9 386H model with 24 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD costs 50,990,000 VND; the Core Ultra 7 355 model with 24 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD costs 46,990,000 VND; the Core Ultra 5 325 model with 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD costs 39,990,000 VND; the Snapdragon X model with 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD costs 34,990,000 VND; and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 345 model with 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD costs 37,990,000 VND.
The Snapdragon X version of the ASUS Zenbook 14 UX3480 is both the cheapest and the lightest, but its NPU is only 45 TOPS and it uses the Arm platform, so check that the software you rely on runs well before buying. For office workers who often work from cafés, the Ryzen AI 7 345 version at 37,990,000 VND is a middle ground worth considering.
Reviewed by: Hero Association
