•  Date Published: 24 Jun 2025
    • Intel Core i5-1135G7
    • Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
    • 14.0”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), IPS
    • 512GB SSD
    • 8GB RAM
    • 1.30 kg (2.9 lbs)
    5.4
    TOTAL SCORE
    8.0 Portability Excellent
    8.0 Display Excellent
    4.4 For Work Average
    2.8 For Gaming Mediocre

    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 512GB SSD
    • RAM
    • 8GB RAM
    • OS
    • Windows 11 Home
    • Body Material
    • Aluminum
    • Dimensions
    • 322.2.x 204 x 15.9 mm (12.69" x 8.03" x 0.63")
    • Weight
    • 1.30 kg (2.9 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 2.0
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • 2x USB Type-C
    • Thunderbolt 4
    • HDMI
    • Card Reader
    • MicroSD
    • Wi-Fi
    • 802.11ax
    • Bluetooth
    • 5.0
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5mm Combo Jack
    • Features
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Web camera
    • HD
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Microphone
    • Array microphone with Cortana voice-recognition support
    • Speakers

    Portability

    ASUS VivoBook S14 (S435)
    12.69" x 8.03" x 0.63" Dimensions
    1.30 kg (2.9 lbs) Weight
    Average 14.0-inch laptop
    1.47 kg (3.2 lbs) +13% Weight

    Review

    ASUS VivoBook S14 in-depth review

    If you are planning to buy a notebook, there are a couple of questions you need to answer before you make a decision. First, what do you need your laptop for? Are you going to play games on it, use it as a workhorse, or just for multimedia consumption? Then, you need to figure out your budget.So, if you are in school, work from home, or just want to express yourself, one of the best options is the VivoBook series. And if you are planning to invest a bit more - the ZenBook, also from ASUS. However, if your budget is tight, but you still want something of good quality, then the ASUS VivoBook S-series fall right into your target group of devices.Even though the VivoBook was always about compromises, this year, ASUS has other plans. Introducing, the VivoBook S14 S435 with all-metal ch[...]

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    Pros

    • 2x Thunderbolt 4, MicroSD card slot
    • Up to 64 GB of RAM in dual-channel
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Wi-Fi 6, PCIe x4
    • 98% sRGB coverage and Average dE of 1.1 with our Gaming and Web design profile (AUO B140HAN06.B (AUOA48F))
    • No PWM (AUO B140HAN06.B (AUOA48F))
    • Comfortable keyboard with a backlight
    • Good battery life
    • All-aluminum build

    Cons

    • Soldered memory
    • Small arrow keys

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    This device is probably one of the most premium offerings from the VivoBook brand. Not only it offers a tremendous amount of performance, but its chassis provides a feeling of stability and class.Check out all ASUS VivoBook S14 S435 prices and configurations in our Specs System or read more in our In-Depth review.1. Remove the bottom plate This laptop's bottom panel is held in place by 9 Torx-head screws. After you undo them, you need to pry the panel with a plastic tool. Then, lift it away from the chassis.2. Battery It's good to see that ASUS has integrated a 67Wh batte[...]

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