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Since no reviewer has pointed this out, I'd like to inform ppl from my own experience with an ROG laptop with a MUX switch that when you unplug and expect armory crate to turn off the dGPU to save power, it often fails due to many windows processes still using it and you'd have to manually go into armory crate to stop them and do the switch. When you do plug back in, Nvidia still runs in "optimus" mode (display signal buffers thru iGPU), limiting power and G-sync options. Nvidia does offer an "auto select" option ("Nvidia GPU only" when in game and "optimus" otherwise) but when you unplug, armory crate would still notify you that it cannot overwrite this "auto select" setting. You'd need to specifically and manually choose "optimus" for armory crate to turn off the dGPU.
I love that some brand understood that not everybody who play games want a spaceship. This was always my biggest turn off for laptops, having a gpu used to mean it would look like a spaceship. This looks just as good as a macbook.
I agree, I have been looking for a laptop with a decent GPU I just need it for college and maybe some gaming but I already have a gaming desktop so that isn't necessary but all of them either look like "spaceships" or the build quality is horrible, I'm very happy there is finally a laptop that is comparable to a MacBook in terms of build quality now.
Its amazing for this reason 1.54cm and 1.49kg. There is litteraly NO competition at this level. The only competitor is another Asus laptop, TUF 14 1.46kg for 1.69cm
I got my 2024 G14 about a month ago, same config as yours in this video. I can confirm pretty much everything you mentioned and I'm happy with my purchase. The 16gb soldered isn't a huge dealbreaker for me, as I don't do a lot of heavy duty graphical work - whenever I'm editing video for work, I do it on an overpowered desktop rig at home. I did do some light editing on DVR while traveling (mostly just some small tweaks to existing projects) and I did not experience a lot of lag or stuttering. Audio editing for radio and podcasts works without a hitch. Casual gaming on older titles is fantastic on the OLED screen, for recent triple A titles I have to turn down the settings to high - not really a big deal, as the small OLED screen is super crisp and has great, bright colors. Watching 3K or 4K videos is amazing; can't see myself going back to a non-OLED panel after this. Normal productivity like writing, spreadsheets, emails and browsing is a breeze. Finally, battery time is not bad at all; depending on the task I get anywhere between 6 and 9 hours. Overall, I think this is a solid model. As you mentioned: it's not perfect, but for the first gen of a completely redesigned G14 I think it largely succeeds.
@@PromikesThe screen wobble is minimal (also I don’t understand why we even consider screen wobble, it’s a non-issue in my book) and the fans are audible, but not very distracting. I’ve heard much worse.
I just got it and actually love that it looks like a sleek professional laptop. It’s great to have a high spec gaming laptop that doesn’t look like a Transformer at a rave.
I just received the (2024) G14 with 4060. It plays everything I have thrown at it at highest levels without problems. Awesome screen with super slim bezels, comfortable RGB keyboard, thin and light.... It has exceeded my expectations. Initially, I didn't think I would like the silver with white keyboard but it's actually quite elegant.
@@TheIObook2024 i see. If u can, one more question, how is the graphics card? Heard some people calling the 4060 bad or sth and i was curious if it does the job
I cannot thank you enough for mentioning the efficiency of using the APU instead of the dGPU, for pointing out that the G14 can switch by connecting/disconnecting and that is comparable with the ROG Ally. Eye openning details. Also thanks for not forgetting the Power adapter size. Also, looking for Zephyrus and Strix etimology was a great cherry on top. Awesome video 😏👍
It will be dropping to 1450 every month or so on a rotation with the g16 dropping to 1750 :) (this is for the base models of each so 16gb 4060 for g14 and 16gb 4070 for g16)
Got this laptop last month and I love it. I've owned delll, MSI, and Zenbooks in the past. My most recent one was dell g15 which had issues from day one and honestly I'll never buy a dell again but that's a story for a different day. This truly is a all-in-1 laptop. I originally got the 16gb laptop but noticed just having the computer on idle 50% of the Ram was being used...with the casual video editing and gaming I do it got to 90% quick. I got a nice desktop for the heavy lifting but I use this to record podcasts and do lite editing. Ended up returning the 16gb and got a open box of the 32gb. Glad you called that out cause it was the biggest L for me on this laptop. Just like you I would've liked a 4060 32gb version. So I essentially paid an extra $400 for more Ram.....RIP. I did get the intel-wifi chip also as many channels recommended. I also suggest getting gHelper instead of the armory crate. This laptop is so easily portable it will motivate you to go to the coffee shop or brewery to get some work done. My old dell was too thick with bad battery life and a MASSIVE charging block for me to really want to use it in public areas. Portability in my opinion should be #1 reason you buy a laptop if you don't already own a desktop. Anyway. great review glad I clicked this video you got a new sub!
it's allocating ram to be used NOT that its fully being used. the biggest mistake tech amateurs make concerning ram thinking its full so they need more when there computer knows what its doing with unified memory lol
@@X666-c9b true, if it used 50% of ram on idle, there is something big or bloated running in your system, especially with windows 11 with copilot feature turn on
Hey I’m in the same boat, it’s on sale and I’m wondering if I should upgrade from the 16gb ram version to the 32gb. Have you noticed a big difference? Please lmk 🙏🏻
@ryzfi used it this morning. I'd say go for the 32gb. I learned something new about allocating ram.I like having a bunch of apps open and things still feel snappy. Plus you can't upgrade so makes it a little more future proof. 16gb use to be the sweet spot for most people but I feel like it's 32gb now.
@@douglifepodcast I hear you. Honestly I’ve been using it the last couple of days and I’m able to have a couple things running and play a game with friends with recording software also running and there’s no issues.. seems like 16gb is sufficient for my use case so it’s hard to justify another $400+ price tag. Also with the gpu being stuck at 8gb vram I’d rather use that $400 on a better gpu for my pc rig at home with more vram since newer titles are demanding more video memory
Great video as always. Potential advice if you're sticking with this, is that the USB4 port on the left supports the same bandwidth as TB4 (40Gbs) so "most" TB4 will have a successful handshake and accept the USB4 port and it also runs up to 100W PD and supports pass-through so leave it in Performance Mode which you will miss out on around 2% CPU (multi-thread) and 10% GPU compared to Turbo/Manual but I'd prefer that and keep a one-cable solution. Cheers.
Solid advice. Seems a good mid-range to premium gaming laptop in the thinner and lighter sector. It is expensive. e.g. in the UK, it is £2400 for 32GB/1TB/R9/4070. Still cheaper than the M3 Pro MB Pro 14 with 36GB/1TB but closer than it has ever been at a £300 difference, and looking online you can get the MB with a £250 discount. Of course, if you are buying for gaming then the ASUS would be the best choice, but for pro users with no OS preference, I would still prefer the MB for its better battery life, lower fan noise, cooler running, better speakers, and has comparable performance and display.
If those aren’t fingerprints and is actual damage to the finish from friction then that’s pretty concerning. I like this laptop and I tried it myself but the aluminum feels like builder’s grade…something you’d get from Lowe’s. It doesn’t feel as premium as a MBP.
One observation: for video content creators that don't utilise micro-sd's might not be ideal , but for ppl that use action cams a lot its perfect. I want with me in the field the thinnest package possible and the ability to just pull the micro SD card from a camera and put it fast into the laptop in order to empty the content.The extended battery life ,lets say compared to a Blade 14, also helps when on the go. You kinda want to previsualize your stuff on the go and when the temperatures are cold, lets say 10 C or below , every bit of battery life helps. Nice little review anyways!! Cheers! 😉
I'm a bit confused, when I bought mine a week ago the store said it only has a 16GB RAM w/ a 4060, but when I turned it on for the first time it had a 32GB and a 4060.
Oled burn in will always be in my thoughts. I just can't understand why the g14 couldn't have had an ips/mini led option. Oled is just a toxic relationship that's just bound to fail even when taking several steps to "counter," as everyone keeps thinking, the oled burn in/deadpixels/color accuracy degrading.
@@gr.4cie it does get very hot but I havent seen any glitches I just try to let the fans get air while playing I have one of those desktops with the vents. You also have to plug it in while gaming. The battery dies fast
@@tracieroy9044should i get a laptop cooling pad for it? Im planning to buy one insha'Allah but im afraid i might buy a bad one and regret it later on, i play alot of games especially roblox, i can handle the fan noises though, i have a windows 10 with a broken fan that makes zzzz sounds lmao so i got used to fan noises, i just need the laptop to handle the heating without any glitches or fps drops or any damages to the insides of it, would you recommend me the same laptop?
@@tracieroy9044does the keyboard hurt to use while gaming? I used to play warthunder on a late 2013 Mac book pro, and my fingers got burned playing that thing
I personally love the G14 line. Though it's not as small as I would like it to be if the ideal laptop for me existed, it's an excellent device for my workflow, with plenty of headroom for leisure activities like gaming and outdoor use. It has excellent battery life, a minimalist design, and a small form factor. It's 90% of what I would want in a laptop. The only improvements I would wish for are better battery life and performance off the brick. However, in this day and age, there is no laptop that combines the efficiency of a MacBook with the gaming capabilities of a Windows gaming laptop. The G14 is a perfect mix of both, in my opinion. Though this video discusses the 2024 G14, my experiences with the 2022 model have been excellent, despite it being two years older.
I'm confused. My 2024 G14 powers the laptop and displays it through ubsc on the left port. The right usbc port only displays-doesn't charge. So it does act as a thunderbolt connection.. my unit is the 4060 model
I guess it depends on region but here in Canada we have a 4060 variant with 32gb for $400 less than the 4070 32gb. Coming from a 2021 G14 with 3050 Ti, that is more than enough of an upgrade for me. Although, I still wouldn't do it yet since my G14 is still excellent for using at the office for a full day without charge (10 hours) and can run most games at 1080p max settings
I'd honestly prefer a cheaper 4060 with 32gb of RAM over a 4070 with 16gb of RAM. That 32gb is going to be crucial to future-proof it more than the small jump from 4060 to 4070.
Hoping for the next year iteration they would fix the high pitched noise (ditch the third fan and use vapor chamber like the old g14), tighten the screen hinge, and a bonus to use usb-c charger.
Okay the third fan noise is barely noticeable. The screen hinge issue does not even make any logical sense because if it was any tighter then it could very well have hinge issues just with how light the screen is. The 2024 g14 USB C bypasses the battery when charging it as has been discovered on reddit.
I love this model but for some reason i cannot find it on my country official asus site. They only have g16 and g18. The only places that sell it are retailers and holy 2200$ for a rtx4050 32gb ram.
The docking part is what keeps me from buying it. I never fully understood this whole usb4 and I am also not sure about how it performs, mainly how much delay when extending it to an external monitor. Ideally I would want a set up with all my accessories plugged in the dock and let the one usbc cable go in the laptop... not sure when they would make a 13, 14 inch high performance laptop that could do this.
Hi , can you guys give me some recommendations of choosing this laptop or asus vivobook pro 15, they both had 4060 display option, similar screen build quality , just the cpu and the design different, I don't know which one I should choose .
I have had a Asus Rog Zephyrus G14 2021 model that had a WD SSD and Realtek Wifi Card. But this G14 2024 model has some SSD which appears to be local since the laptop hangs when it heats up. Also, the wifi card is also Mediatek. The SSD supports speeds of upto only 4900Mbps read and 3500Mbps write which is quiet low for a GEN 4.0 SSD. Also, the G14 2021 waked up from sleep in under 1 second but G14 2024 does not.
I bought the ryzen r9 4050 rtx 90w 32gb white g14....its perfect ....removing armory crate and every useless program and installing ghelper and cc cleaner....now its amazing and way way way better.....why the 4050 rtx ? Well because its optimised on 90w ...of course i could pay more for the 4070 or higher but my goal is getting 4050 rtx with 32 gb on a white g14....and i got it for 2.2k usd...i dont mind....aslont as its the 32gb variant with 4050 rtx...also ghelper and ccleaner helps so much in maintaiining my g14
Depending on the power draw when the laptop is docked, i think usbC is till limited too 100W soo until that's improved upon.... Must have that charger plugged in.
After watching this video, I’m glad I just purchased the 2023 model. I love the design and aesthetics of the 2024 but the lack of upgradable ram or a 32gb version with the 4060 is really the deal breaker for me. Plus the back vents don’t seem to be exhausting as much as the laptop needs. I really like the “ergo” lift of the 2023 version too assisting in the cooling and a better typing angle.
very nice video and voice editing. One question toward the end of the video about the lack of TB4, that is my main concern. is the lack of fully charging the laptop the only issue or even if it was fully charged, USB4 is inferior to TB4 for dock connectivity? Also, are there TB4 docks that can deliver 180 watts of power? for instance, I understand CalDigit TS4+ can only power up to 98watts. what I am getting at, is that I am not sure even with TB4 you would enjoy the full power without the dedicated adapter.
@@LeRatVisseur thanks. but then Joshua critique at around 14minutes is really not accurate. if I heard him correctly, he implies the lack of TB4 prevents this from getting charged from the hub. but it wont get charged anyway even if it was thunderbolt. correct?
@@DanielRodriguez-fg5ll I am not 100% certain and this is to be confirmed Basically tb4 = intel and usb 4 = amd and have very similar functionalities USB 4 can only provide around 100w which is not enough for this laptop, so you need to have a dedicated cable to power the laptop (monitor and periphericals should work via a dock on the usb 4 port) Tb4 have higher transfer speeds than usb 4 but still cannot transfer more power (100w) than usb 4, so having tb4 on this laptop wouldn’t solve this problem ( since the laptop simply draw too much power for that type of connectivity) Tb5 could enable 240w of transfer I repeat that I am not very familiar with tb and usb 4 specifications, this was what I understood when I searched for a laptop about 2 years ago
13:02 It took you more than half of the review time to get to this laptop's BIGGEST weakness--memory non-gradability of the machine. It's just sad. I hate it when manufacturers take away user upgradability in the name/pretext of efficiency--Biggest problem/turn-off for me. HATE it! Saw a great deal on eBay for this model but as soon as I saw the memory isn't upgradable, I just said to myself two words, "fudge it".
Just mentioning that the screen wobble was quite noticeable when you were opening or adjusting the lid and even while just repositioning the laptop on the desk. Kinda makes me concerned about the hinge.
I was actually debating between the 4070 version of this and the 2023 4090 version with miniled. Went with the 2023 version which should be delivered in a few days. I still get fomo when i see that gorgeous oled screen and the the design of the 2024 version
Why not the G16 with a 4080/4090 instead? I have a zenbook pro 14 with the same oled, it is amazing. But a good Miniled has its own benefits - like higher brightness.
@@Havanu81 I wanted the small form factor because probability is important to me. I'm also using this to replace my PS5 (and a few other systems that I'm selling) but I'd like to comfortably play on my TV in 4k so I think honestly just need to get over this OLED thing. I am probably gonna get one of the 4k OLED 32 inch 4k monitors for my desktop so that'll satisfy that itch lol
You can charge via USB-C, but using the actual charging port is better since it will power the laptop directly once the battery is fully charged. All laptops that use USB-C charging only charge the battery while the battery powers the laptop, which drains the battery life over time.
You can replace storage, and 32GB of RAM is quite good enough. As for charging I agree with Andorski. So really think this laptop is a killer and I'm planning to get one in a few days :)
I was looking forward to upgrading from my older G14 to a 2024 model. Nope! The new look is hideous and the thermals are bad. The new third fan now runs continuously and it struggles to cool even a 4070. Decided to go for a 2023 model that was on disccount.
@@alben1703 better price and cooling system (less noise more cooling) imo. g14 had finishing issues in the past so idk if it still does on this newer model. drawback for legion is its weight even before carrying charging brick. but you must carry one since its battery life is average for a gaming laptop.
My 2021 G14 lasted for years until I broke it. Finally a reason to upgrade. This 2024 model totally looks worth it. I got really tired of the FHD display, and seeing that the 2024 model has QHD and OLED and smaller bezels while still maintaining optimal performance in gaming is phenomenal. And the fact that they made it slimmer, sleeker, and lighter is fantastic too. I never had issues with 16gb in the old model either. I mean for only a few hundred dollars more than what I got the 2021 model for, and almost the same price considering Best Buy's sale price...why not get this thing? Especially paired with a carrying case and/or cooling pad, I guarantee you can't beat this for the price and size if your priority is gaming and consuming media! Btw, I think the laptop speakers sounded better than the soundcore speaker, at least through video audio lol.
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Since no reviewer has pointed this out, I'd like to inform ppl from my own experience with an ROG laptop with a MUX switch that when you unplug and expect armory crate to turn off the dGPU to save power, it often fails due to many windows processes still using it and you'd have to manually go into armory crate to stop them and do the switch. When you do plug back in, Nvidia still runs in "optimus" mode (display signal buffers thru iGPU), limiting power and G-sync options.
Nvidia does offer an "auto select" option ("Nvidia GPU only" when in game and "optimus" otherwise) but when you unplug, armory crate would still notify you that it cannot overwrite this "auto select" setting. You'd need to specifically and manually choose "optimus" for armory crate to turn off the dGPU.
I love that some brand understood that not everybody who play games want a spaceship. This was always my biggest turn off for laptops, having a gpu used to mean it would look like a spaceship. This looks just as good as a macbook.
I agree, I have been looking for a laptop with a decent GPU I just need it for college and maybe some gaming but I already have a gaming desktop so that isn't necessary but all of them either look like "spaceships" or the build quality is horrible, I'm very happy there is finally a laptop that is comparable to a MacBook in terms of build quality now.
I think it sounds like a spaceship when gaming. But pretty sure it is super quiet doing light works
@@gemeinhardt-z That's true of any active cooling laptop, if you max out a MacBook pro its gonna be quite loud
Its amazing for this reason 1.54cm and 1.49kg. There is litteraly NO competition at this level.
The only competitor is another Asus laptop, TUF 14 1.46kg for 1.69cm
@@harlanban2782 there are, i saw even better than mine quality actually, from gaming and real life camera, but they can live from it, i dont
I got my 2024 G14 about a month ago, same config as yours in this video. I can confirm pretty much everything you mentioned and I'm happy with my purchase. The 16gb soldered isn't a huge dealbreaker for me, as I don't do a lot of heavy duty graphical work - whenever I'm editing video for work, I do it on an overpowered desktop rig at home. I did do some light editing on DVR while traveling (mostly just some small tweaks to existing projects) and I did not experience a lot of lag or stuttering. Audio editing for radio and podcasts works without a hitch. Casual gaming on older titles is fantastic on the OLED screen, for recent triple A titles I have to turn down the settings to high - not really a big deal, as the small OLED screen is super crisp and has great, bright colors. Watching 3K or 4K videos is amazing; can't see myself going back to a non-OLED panel after this. Normal productivity like writing, spreadsheets, emails and browsing is a breeze. Finally, battery time is not bad at all; depending on the task I get anywhere between 6 and 9 hours.
Overall, I think this is a solid model. As you mentioned: it's not perfect, but for the first gen of a completely redesigned G14 I think it largely succeeds.
The usb c port, does it not allow for charging at all?
What about screen.wpbbling and fan noises do they exist and is a problem? Thank you in advance
@@PromikesThe screen wobble is minimal (also I don’t understand why we even consider screen wobble, it’s a non-issue in my book) and the fans are audible, but not very distracting. I’ve heard much worse.
@@SakibAlam-y7bThe one on the left supports charging, the one on the right doesn’t.
@@Promikesnot an issue. It’s a desk laptop. If you use it on your lap: get a tablet
I just got it and actually love that it looks like a sleek professional laptop. It’s great to have a high spec gaming laptop that doesn’t look like a Transformer at a rave.
I just received the (2024) G14 with 4060. It plays everything I have thrown at it at highest levels without problems. Awesome screen with super slim bezels, comfortable RGB keyboard, thin and light.... It has exceeded my expectations. Initially, I didn't think I would like the silver with white keyboard but it's actually quite elegant.
Hey, if u could tell me, i heard people have disliked the 16 gb of ram on the g14. Is it actually an issue or just a minor inconvenience? Thx
@@Nature129yt it hasn’t been an inconvenience for me. In fact, i haven’t even noticed it.
@@TheIObook2024 i see. If u can, one more question, how is the graphics card? Heard some people calling the 4060 bad or sth and i was curious if it does the job
@@Nature129yt i only have three games on my laptop but it plays all of them at maximum settings flawlessly.
Far Cry 3
Sniper - Ghost Warrior
Homeland
Are the fans loud? that's the one thing stopping me from getting it over something like a Macbook.
I cannot thank you enough for mentioning the efficiency of using the APU instead of the dGPU, for pointing out that the G14 can switch by connecting/disconnecting and that is comparable with the ROG Ally. Eye openning details. Also thanks for not forgetting the Power adapter size.
Also, looking for Zephyrus and Strix etimology was a great cherry on top. Awesome video 😏👍
I've decided to get the 2024 G14, just hoping I'll be able to get it on sale in the next couple months!
It will be dropping to 1450 every month or so on a rotation with the g16 dropping to 1750 :) (this is for the base models of each so 16gb 4060 for g14 and 16gb 4070 for g16)
@@Hunter77840 I saw that first sale, I decided to take advantage of it and get an open-box in excellent condition for ~1.3k! Let's hope for the best.
Did you get it, and was it any good?
@@7im151 Yes, I've been loving it!
@TheOnlyName did you get the 16gb version?
Can those smudges on the lid be wiped off or is that actual damage from taking it in and out of your bag?
it can be cleaned off mostly........
Got this laptop last month and I love it. I've owned delll, MSI, and Zenbooks in the past. My most recent one was dell g15 which had issues from day one and honestly I'll never buy a dell again but that's a story for a different day. This truly is a all-in-1 laptop. I originally got the 16gb laptop but noticed just having the computer on idle 50% of the Ram was being used...with the casual video editing and gaming I do it got to 90% quick. I got a nice desktop for the heavy lifting but I use this to record podcasts and do lite editing. Ended up returning the 16gb and got a open box of the 32gb. Glad you called that out cause it was the biggest L for me on this laptop. Just like you I would've liked a 4060 32gb version. So I essentially paid an extra $400 for more Ram.....RIP. I did get the intel-wifi chip also as many channels recommended. I also suggest getting gHelper instead of the armory crate. This laptop is so easily portable it will motivate you to go to the coffee shop or brewery to get some work done. My old dell was too thick with bad battery life and a MASSIVE charging block for me to really want to use it in public areas. Portability in my opinion should be #1 reason you buy a laptop if you don't already own a desktop. Anyway. great review glad I clicked this video you got a new sub!
it's allocating ram to be used NOT that its fully being used. the biggest mistake tech amateurs make concerning ram thinking its full so they need more when there computer knows what its doing with unified memory lol
@@X666-c9b true, if it used 50% of ram on idle, there is something big or bloated running in your system, especially with windows 11 with copilot feature turn on
Hey I’m in the same boat, it’s on sale and I’m wondering if I should upgrade from the 16gb ram version to the 32gb. Have you noticed a big difference? Please lmk 🙏🏻
@ryzfi used it this morning. I'd say go for the 32gb. I learned something new about allocating ram.I like having a bunch of apps open and things still feel snappy. Plus you can't upgrade so makes it a little more future proof. 16gb use to be the sweet spot for most people but I feel like it's 32gb now.
@@douglifepodcast I hear you. Honestly I’ve been using it the last couple of days and I’m able to have a couple things running and play a game with friends with recording software also running and there’s no issues.. seems like 16gb is sufficient for my use case so it’s hard to justify another $400+ price tag. Also with the gpu being stuck at 8gb vram I’d rather use that $400 on a better gpu for my pc rig at home with more vram since newer titles are demanding more video memory
Great video as always. Potential advice if you're sticking with this, is that the USB4 port on the left supports the same bandwidth as TB4 (40Gbs) so "most" TB4 will have a successful handshake and accept the USB4 port and it also runs up to 100W PD and supports pass-through so leave it in Performance Mode which you will miss out on around 2% CPU (multi-thread) and 10% GPU compared to Turbo/Manual but I'd prefer that and keep a one-cable solution. Cheers.
could you also go with a usb-c charger of 100W and skip out on the 180 brick if your okay with performance mode always?
@@mangepanges im wondering the same thing, ive just ordered one and ill update you when i get it
@@karim3221any updates!? Thanks
Can i ask what usb C docking station you use? And does it have dual monitor output?
The choice of UA-cam clips and anime absolutely killed me in this review! 🤣 A man of culture!
Solid advice.
Seems a good mid-range to premium gaming laptop in the thinner and lighter sector. It is expensive. e.g. in the UK, it is £2400 for 32GB/1TB/R9/4070. Still cheaper than the M3 Pro MB Pro 14 with 36GB/1TB but closer than it has ever been at a £300 difference, and looking online you can get the MB with a £250 discount. Of course, if you are buying for gaming then the ASUS would be the best choice, but for pro users with no OS preference, I would still prefer the MB for its better battery life, lower fan noise, cooler running, better speakers, and has comparable performance and display.
Gaming in Macbook Pro sucks. Even on M3.
If those aren’t fingerprints and is actual damage to the finish from friction then that’s pretty concerning. I like this laptop and I tried it myself but the aluminum feels like builder’s grade…something you’d get from Lowe’s. It doesn’t feel as premium as a MBP.
I'd say it's not as premium a material as a MacBook, definitely. But it's still an appreciated upgrade to me
@@jvtechteayou know, if you could fit the g14’s components into the mbp, it’ll be so good.-
That Nujabes poster in the background though~~~ Great taste
I am planning to buy one. Thanks a lot for your amazing video Joshua
Best G14 review I have seen on UA-cam. Waiting for G16 review.
One observation: for video content creators that don't utilise micro-sd's might not be ideal , but for ppl that use action cams a lot its perfect. I want with me in the field the thinnest package possible and the ability to just pull the micro SD card from a camera and put it fast into the laptop in order to empty the content.The extended battery life ,lets say compared to a Blade 14, also helps when on the go. You kinda want to previsualize your stuff on the go and when the temperatures are cold, lets say 10 C or below , every bit of battery life helps. Nice little review anyways!! Cheers! 😉
The more I watch the more I realize he's a big fan of Chris broad 😂
i was surprised as well! 😂
Not the Dr.Jelly lmao
@@autumnatic6507 Docta Jelly da!! 😂
Same lol
Does your config Asus sent you support windows HDR? You mention Dolby vision in your video but was not sure on windows HDR.
I'm a bit confused, when I bought mine a week ago the store said it only has a 16GB RAM w/ a 4060, but when I turned it on for the first time it had a 32GB and a 4060.
Maybe you have 2023 version.
@@unbreakableironman nah, mine has oled and the light strip so no question 2024 model
you lucky son of ab
Cool Nujabes print.
I also just picked up a G14 this week and am loving it. Great review.
You mentioned it gets pretty hot, won't it affect the screen life when in use while closed?
I was reading the tech spec's for this model and it says it supports a single Thunderbolt 4 connection. Did yours not work or something?
What about battery life?
How do you find it for video editing? And what is the battery life like for general office work (Google Docs) and UA-cam playing in the background?
Oled burn in will always be in my thoughts. I just can't understand why the g14 couldn't have had an ips/mini led option. Oled is just a toxic relationship that's just bound to fail even when taking several steps to "counter," as everyone keeps thinking, the oled burn in/deadpixels/color accuracy degrading.
how does this compare to the ASUS zenbook 14 OLED?
I just got mine today cant wait to get into it!
Is it overheating while gaming
@@gr.4cie it does get very hot but I havent seen any glitches I just try to let the fans get air while playing I have one of those desktops with the vents. You also have to plug it in while gaming. The battery dies fast
@@tracieroy9044 ahh that’s bad 😭
@@tracieroy9044should i get a laptop cooling pad for it? Im planning to buy one insha'Allah but im afraid i might buy a bad one and regret it later on, i play alot of games especially roblox, i can handle the fan noises though, i have a windows 10 with a broken fan that makes zzzz sounds lmao so i got used to fan noises, i just need the laptop to handle the heating without any glitches or fps drops or any damages to the insides of it, would you recommend me the same laptop?
@@tracieroy9044does the keyboard hurt to use while gaming? I used to play warthunder on a late 2013 Mac book pro, and my fingers got burned playing that thing
I personally love the G14 line. Though it's not as small as I would like it to be if the ideal laptop for me existed, it's an excellent device for my workflow, with plenty of headroom for leisure activities like gaming and outdoor use. It has excellent battery life, a minimalist design, and a small form factor. It's 90% of what I would want in a laptop. The only improvements I would wish for are better battery life and performance off the brick. However, in this day and age, there is no laptop that combines the efficiency of a MacBook with the gaming capabilities of a Windows gaming laptop. The G14 is a perfect mix of both, in my opinion. Though this video discusses the 2024 G14, my experiences with the 2022 model have been excellent, despite it being two years older.
I'm confused. My 2024 G14 powers the laptop and displays it through ubsc on the left port. The right usbc port only displays-doesn't charge. So it does act as a thunderbolt connection.. my unit is the 4060 model
I guess it depends on region but here in Canada we have a 4060 variant with 32gb for $400 less than the 4070 32gb. Coming from a 2021 G14 with 3050 Ti, that is more than enough of an upgrade for me. Although, I still wouldn't do it yet since my G14 is still excellent for using at the office for a full day without charge (10 hours) and can run most games at 1080p max settings
I'd honestly prefer a cheaper 4060 with 32gb of RAM over a 4070 with 16gb of RAM. That 32gb is going to be crucial to future-proof it more than the small jump from 4060 to 4070.
Screen wobbling and possible OLED burn-in after 12 months. That's why the OLED warranty is one year...
Torn with this and the X13. Looks-wise this wins but function-wise Flow X13 just hate how it looks compared to this!
Hoping for the next year iteration they would fix the high pitched noise (ditch the third fan and use vapor chamber like the old g14), tighten the screen hinge, and a bonus to use usb-c charger.
Okay the third fan noise is barely noticeable.
The screen hinge issue does not even make any logical sense because if it was any tighter then it could very well have hinge issues just with how light the screen is.
The 2024 g14 USB C bypasses the battery when charging it as has been discovered on reddit.
I want it but in Switzerland such laptops are very expensive, especially for a 13 year old kid like me.
fair, while I might still go to school as well, I'm 21 and work on the side, so I was able to afford the 2.4k chf
Oh no I was thinking of purchasing it in Switzerland, I’ll buy it in my country India.
@@SauravTiruit's expensive there as well
@@aimy5637 I got in India for a pretty sweet deal for my 1tb 36 gb MacBook max :)) almost 300 francs less than the Swiss price of the same variant.
I love this model but for some reason i cannot find it on my country official asus site. They only have g16 and g18. The only places that sell it are retailers and holy 2200$ for a rtx4050 32gb ram.
The docking part is what keeps me from buying it. I never fully understood this whole usb4 and I am also not sure about how it performs, mainly how much delay when extending it to an external monitor. Ideally I would want a set up with all my accessories plugged in the dock and let the one usbc cable go in the laptop... not sure when they would make a 13, 14 inch high performance laptop that could do this.
when you use laptop with upside down on desk, it wont get hot? screen not harm with this position?
Hi , can you guys give me some recommendations of choosing this laptop or asus vivobook pro 15, they both had 4060 display option, similar screen build quality , just the cpu and the design different, I don't know which one I should choose .
what are your thoughts on using this as a data analysis work laptop?
Wiil be enough 14" display for programming?
i’d say so!!! you’d get more out of getting extra displays to dock into at home than upgrading to the 16” :]
Appreciate the detailed review!! I'm actually thinking of the G16 for simply the size. I prefer viewing something a little larger.
Does the USB C support dual monitor output??
I have had a Asus Rog Zephyrus G14 2021 model that had a WD SSD and Realtek Wifi Card. But this G14 2024 model has some SSD which appears to be local since the laptop hangs when it heats up. Also, the wifi card is also Mediatek. The SSD supports speeds of upto only 4900Mbps read and 3500Mbps write which is quiet low for a GEN 4.0 SSD. Also, the G14 2021 waked up from sleep in under 1 second but G14 2024 does not.
Is it good enough for video editing at 4k 60 fps?
Planning to get this laptop, but with 32gb. I'm actually surprised that there's a variant with 32gb. May I ask if this is already enough?
Hi, please, one question, how is the experience editing with davinci in a 14¨ screen?
Great review. Which USB-C dock are you using? Thank you in advance.
I bought the ryzen r9 4050 rtx 90w 32gb white g14....its perfect ....removing armory crate and every useless program and installing ghelper and cc cleaner....now its amazing and way way way better.....why the 4050 rtx ? Well because its optimised on 90w ...of course i could pay more for the 4070 or higher but my goal is getting 4050 rtx with 32 gb on a white g14....and i got it for 2.2k usd...i dont mind....aslont as its the 32gb variant with 4050 rtx...also ghelper and ccleaner helps so much in maintaiining my g14
What monitor would you recommend that could do double duty for content creation and gaming. Doesn’t have to be crazy gaming specs
Dell G3223Q is what I use - I love it
can i use it for after effects in the 16gb version
my task are mostly geolayers with 1080p videos for mapping and studies
Is the fan noise annoying for light users ?
Does this suitable for interior designer doing 3d model and rendering
How many hours specifically was your battery life in lighter tasks ( emails browsing streaming )
what would be better? A G14 with a 4060 or the G15 with a 3080?
how does the screen compare to a Galaxybook OLED?
i'm hyped just thinking what a strix point g14 would achieve
i'm referring to the amd hx 370 processor for anyone wondering
The 3050 variant here still costs a 1000 dollars in local currency. It's insane. I feel like a sucker getting it
Depending on the power draw when the laptop is docked, i think usbC is till limited too 100W soo until that's improved upon.... Must have that charger plugged in.
I have the G16 and I kinda lean towards that rather than my Macbook Pro 16 M1, both have amazing performance but the G16 can do amazing gaming stuff
What laptop is best for gaming and editing
I want to use this to start streaming is it a good idea ?
After watching this video, I’m glad I just purchased the 2023 model. I love the design and aesthetics of the 2024 but the lack of upgradable ram or a 32gb version with the 4060 is really the deal breaker for me. Plus the back vents don’t seem to be exhausting as much as the laptop needs. I really like the “ergo” lift of the 2023 version too assisting in the cooling and a better typing angle.
Check out the 2024 Vivobook 15 Pro. Less flashy than the G14, but has the specs you're looking for.
I'm laptop hunting right now and this seems *Perfect*! But now upgradable RAM is just a deal breaker for me as well
Love the video. Would appreciate if you put timestamps as well !
Laptop in Dell XPS 16 i9 ultra Vs Rog Zephyrus G16 i9 ultra
How tha best
very nice video and voice editing. One question toward the end of the video about the lack of TB4, that is my main concern. is the lack of fully charging the laptop the only issue or even if it was fully charged, USB4 is inferior to TB4 for dock connectivity? Also, are there TB4 docks that can deliver 180 watts of power? for instance, I understand CalDigit TS4+ can only power up to 98watts. what I am getting at, is that I am not sure even with TB4 you would enjoy the full power without the dedicated adapter.
I don’t think you can transfer 180 watt in the form of usb c at the moment
Tb5 could have the potential for 240w, but it’s not for tomorrow
@@LeRatVisseur thanks. but then Joshua critique at around 14minutes is really not accurate. if I heard him correctly, he implies the lack of TB4 prevents this from getting charged from the hub. but it wont get charged anyway even if it was thunderbolt. correct?
@@DanielRodriguez-fg5ll I am not 100% certain and this is to be confirmed
Basically tb4 = intel and usb 4 = amd and have very similar functionalities
USB 4 can only provide around 100w which is not enough for this laptop, so you need to have a dedicated cable to power the laptop (monitor and periphericals should work via a dock on the usb 4 port)
Tb4 have higher transfer speeds than usb 4 but still cannot transfer more power (100w) than usb 4, so having tb4 on this laptop wouldn’t solve this problem ( since the laptop simply draw too much power for that type of connectivity)
Tb5 could enable 240w of transfer
I repeat that I am not very familiar with tb and usb 4 specifications, this was what I understood when I searched for a laptop about 2 years ago
So if I got it correct the version with 4070 which also comes with 16gb of ram is upgradable to 32gb of ram ?
No, AFAIK the RAM is not upgradeable.
Is the 4050 version good?
Is there any fan noise during light use such as web surfing or watching UA-cam?
0db fan noise, I got one. Fan doesn’t spin at all in light use
how about the wobbly screen when typing?
The propriety charging port seems to be a deal breaker for me. Just make the charging port USB C.
Well if the TUF A15 has a USB charging port, definitely this too has.
You can charge it via USB c but not at 180 watts
@@DivvayKhatri thanks. I noticed this in other videos
I see you like watching Abroad in Japan bro. I am trying to decide between g14 and g16. Because of thermals
13:02 It took you more than half of the review time to get to this laptop's BIGGEST weakness--memory non-gradability of the machine. It's just sad. I hate it when manufacturers take away user upgradability in the name/pretext of efficiency--Biggest problem/turn-off for me. HATE it! Saw a great deal on eBay for this model but as soon as I saw the memory isn't upgradable, I just said to myself two words, "fudge it".
Just mentioning that the screen wobble was quite noticeable when you were opening or adjusting the lid and even while just repositioning the laptop on the desk. Kinda makes me concerned about the hinge.
And its just annoying to work with. I had a Gigabyte laptop with screen wobble once, drove me insane to the point where I had to return it.
aye! abroad in japan and yakuza!! i hella fuck w this guy!
The title is more suitable if this is about Linux testing
Price?
I was actually debating between the 4070 version of this and the 2023 4090 version with miniled. Went with the 2023 version which should be delivered in a few days. I still get fomo when i see that gorgeous oled screen and the the design of the 2024 version
Why not the G16 with a 4080/4090 instead? I have a zenbook pro 14 with the same oled, it is amazing. But a good Miniled has its own benefits - like higher brightness.
@@Havanu81 I wanted the small form factor because probability is important to me. I'm also using this to replace my PS5 (and a few other systems that I'm selling) but I'd like to comfortably play on my TV in 4k so I think honestly just need to get over this OLED thing. I am probably gonna get one of the 4k OLED 32 inch 4k monitors for my desktop so that'll satisfy that itch lol
It looks like business gaming laptop you know. It seems very aesthetic design with more professional looking but still showing of to be a gamer.
I have one and they actually sell 32gb ram configuration for rtx4060 here in malaysia
Where can buy in Malaysia?
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@@naznr6506 thundermatch
How’s the fan noise in silent?
You'll only hear it in a dead-silent room.
What’s the god of broken wind?
I really really WANT to buy ASUS but I don't have many what should I do!!!!!!!!! :(
I really wish next version for 2025 has Thunderbolt 4, and charging port to be USB-C! Expandable memory and storage!
You can charge via USB-C, but using the actual charging port is better since it will power the laptop directly once the battery is fully charged. All laptops that use USB-C charging only charge the battery while the battery powers the laptop, which drains the battery life over time.
You can replace storage, and 32GB of RAM is quite good enough. As for charging I agree with Andorski. So really think this laptop is a killer and I'm planning to get one in a few days :)
I love the 2023 design. It’s more futuristic
I really want it just look at the specs!
would have bought the 4060 variant but 16GB is disrespectful. don't need the 4070 but do need 32GB of RAM
Watching this video on Scar 16 with Soundcore boom 2 xD
13:14 Those looking for overheating issues
Downtown Claremont I get my haircuts there 😆
The fingerprints/smudges on the top case tho...
Is it white or Silber?🤔
I was looking forward to upgrading from my older G14 to a 2024 model. Nope! The new look is hideous and the thermals are bad. The new third fan now runs continuously and it struggles to cool even a 4070. Decided to go for a 2023 model that was on disccount.
i did the same - scored the 2023 4060 version for $999 at BB
I disagree
we want a ips version of this one at cheaper price
Form factor is really nice. but still the lenovo legion for me
mind sharing why? I'm torn between this and lenovo legion 5
@@alben1703 better price and cooling system (less noise more cooling) imo. g14 had finishing issues in the past so idk if it still does on this newer model. drawback for legion is its weight even before carrying charging brick. but you must carry one since its battery life is average for a gaming laptop.
Next up is Asus Zenbook Duo 2024 with "Too Much Volcano" 😂
I like the old design more
i just dont get why i cant get black..i dont want a skin lol
My 2021 G14 lasted for years until I broke it. Finally a reason to upgrade. This 2024 model totally looks worth it. I got really tired of the FHD display, and seeing that the 2024 model has QHD and OLED and smaller bezels while still maintaining optimal performance in gaming is phenomenal. And the fact that they made it slimmer, sleeker, and lighter is fantastic too. I never had issues with 16gb in the old model either. I mean for only a few hundred dollars more than what I got the 2021 model for, and almost the same price considering Best Buy's sale price...why not get this thing? Especially paired with a carrying case and/or cooling pad, I guarantee you can't beat this for the price and size if your priority is gaming and consuming media!
Btw, I think the laptop speakers sounded better than the soundcore speaker, at least through video audio lol.