ASUS Zenbook S14 (UX5406) - Intel Core Ultra 9 386H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD
Last checked: 8 Jul 2026Official price. Marketplaces may be cheaper.
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Pick Score by Use Case
Deterministic: real benchmarks, no AI opinionHow this laptop scores when the weighting matches what you’ll use it for.
Pick Score 69 out of 100 for Programming.Top contributing factors: CPU, RAM & Storage, Battery.
Faster CPU than 84% of laptops in the catalogue
More memory and storage than about 82% of the catalogue
Bigger battery than 82% of laptops in the catalogue
Lighter than 92% of laptops in the catalogue
Not scored: no screen size preference without the Needs Wizard, so every laptop gets a neutral 50
Cheaper than 30% of laptops in the catalogue
Faster graphics than 39% of laptops in the catalogue. Integrated graphics — scored via the CPU's known iGPU (the GPU name carries no model number)
Not scored: no brand preference without the Needs Wizard, so every laptop gets a neutral 50
CPU and GPU benchmarks last updated: Nov 2026
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the PickWise catalogue; the weight is how much it counts toward this use case. Sorted by contribution.
Full Specifications
Processor & AI
Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 386H
2.1 GHz up to 4.9 GHz
Graphics
Intel Graphics
Display
14" OLED
2880 x 1800 · 120Hz · 500 nits
Memory & Storage
32GB LPDDR5X
Not upgradable · up to 32GB
Battery & Portability
77Wh
68W AC Adapter (Type-C), Fast-charge capable with 100W USB-C power delivery adapter
Connectivity & Ports
Wi-Fi 7 · Bluetooth 6.0
Keyboard, Audio & Camera
Security & Build
Software & Warranty
What Reviewers Say
From 1 video review · each point links to the moment in the video
No reviews of this exact configuration yet. These come from other configurations of the same laptop, and each point names the configuration it was tested on.
Strengths
- The reviewer believes the new Intel chips make them competitive again, offering great battery life, GPU performance, and app compatibility without the issues found in Snapdragon chips.Tested on ASUS Zenbook S14 (UX5406) Copilot+ PC (Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD)TThe Tech Chap · ASUS Zenbook S 14 - The MacBook Killer!? [Intel Lunar Lake TESTED] · Watch at 13:45 →
- The reviewer notes that the Asus Zenbook S14's cooling system, featuring a dual fan vapor chamber, effectively keeps the laptop cool and quiet, showing significant temperature improvements over the previous generation.Tested on ASUS Zenbook S14 (UX5406) Copilot+ PC (Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD)TThe Tech Chap · ASUS Zenbook S 14 - The MacBook Killer!? [Intel Lunar Lake TESTED] · Watch at 13:02 →
- The reviewer notes that while the NPU's current benefits are limited, it offers future-proofing for AI tasks, and the efficient chip ensures the laptop runs cooler and quieter than previous Intel models.Tested on ASUS Zenbook S14 (UX5406) Copilot+ PC (Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD)TThe Tech Chap · ASUS Zenbook S 14 - The MacBook Killer!? [Intel Lunar Lake TESTED] · Watch at 12:18 →
- The reviewer is impressed by the laptop's integrated graphics performance, noting significant frame rate improvements in several games compared to previous generations and competitors.Tested on ASUS Zenbook S14 (UX5406) Copilot+ PC (Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD)TThe Tech Chap · ASUS Zenbook S 14 - The MacBook Killer!? [Intel Lunar Lake TESTED] · Watch at 10:06 →
- The reviewer appreciates the laptop's impressive battery life and app compatibility due to its x86 architecture, noting that the higher single-core performance outweighs the lower multi-core performance. They also highlight a modest improvement in graphics performance over the previous Intel generation.Tested on ASUS Zenbook S14 (UX5406) Copilot+ PC (Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD)TThe Tech Chap · ASUS Zenbook S 14 - The MacBook Killer!? [Intel Lunar Lake TESTED] · Watch at 9:23 →
Watch Out For
- The new chip shows improved single-core performance and efficiency, but suffers a significant drop in multi-core performance due to the reduction in core count.Tested on ASUS Zenbook S14 (UX5406) Copilot+ PC (Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD)TThe Tech Chap · ASUS Zenbook S 14 - The MacBook Killer!? [Intel Lunar Lake TESTED] · Watch at 8:40 →
- The reviewer compares the Zenbook 14 and 16, noting their similarities in design and color options, but criticizes the poor application of the stickers on the device.Tested on ASUS Zenbook S14 (UX5406) Copilot+ PC (Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD)TThe Tech Chap · ASUS Zenbook S 14 - The MacBook Killer!? [Intel Lunar Lake TESTED] · Watch at 5:48 →
Price History
No price changes yet — first recorded on 8 Jul 2026.