ASUS Zenbook 14" UX3407QA-DS52-CA Ceraluminum 2025
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max Silver 2024
What Buyers Say
ASUS Zenbook 14" UX3407QA-DS52-CA Ceraluminum 2025
The ASUS ZenBook A14 receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its lightweight design, excellent battery life, and smooth performance for daily tasks, with some calling it the best laptop they've ever owned. However, a significant number of verified reviews report cosmetic issues like stains and marks on the device out of the box, leading to disappointment and returns. The overall sentiment is positive for performance and portability, but marred by quality control concerns.
Pros
- Lightweight and portable design
- Excellent battery life
- Smooth performance for daily tasks
- Good display quality
- Great value for money
Cons
- Cosmetic defects out of the box
- Stains and marks on the device
- Missing protective case
- Inaccurate weight advertised
- No invoice provided for international purchase
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max Silver 2024
The MacBook Pro M4 Max is widely praised for its exceptional performance, handling demanding tasks like 6K video editing and large photo processing with ease. Users highlight its seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem and smooth shipping experience. Some reviewers note that the Pro model offers similar power to the Max at a lower price, making it a great value. Overall, sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with no significant complaints mentioned.
Pros
- Exceptional performance for professional tasks
- Seamless Apple ecosystem integration
- Smooth and reliable shipping experience
- Great value for the price
- Handles 6K video and large photos easily
Cons
- No Nano-Texture display option in this config
- Limited to two cooling fans
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS Zenbook 14" UX3407QA-DS52-CA | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Snapdragon X X1 26 100 | Apple M4 Max★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 8 | 16★ |
| Frequency | 3.0 GHz★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Qualcomm Adreno | Apple (40-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | 48 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | Shared | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 64 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5X | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 512 GB | 8 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3024 px★ |
| Panel | OLED★ | Mini-LED |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 400 nits | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 1★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 5 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | HDMI |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.98 kg★ | 1.60 kg |
| Battery | 70 Wh | 72 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | macOS |
Pros & Cons
ASUS Zenbook 14" UX3407QA-DS52-CA Ceraluminum 2025
- Strong portability (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong cpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong screen (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average gpu (28th percentile)
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max Silver 2024
- Strong storage (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong ram (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
ASUS Zenbook 14" UX3407QA-DS52-CA Ceraluminum 2025
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M4 Max Silver 2024
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 13 of 28 specs.
