ASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024) vs Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Gen 8 14"
The Verdict
Both laptops deliver excellent 14-inch portability, but they diverge in key areas. The ASUS Zenbook S 14 weighs just 1.20 kg versus Lenovo's 1.37 kg, making it noticeably lighter for frequent travelers. Its Intel Core Ultra 7 258V is newer architecture optimized for efficiency, though the Lenovo's 13th Gen Core i7-13700H offers more raw cores (14 versus 8) for demanding workloads. Display quality favors ASUS: 550 nits brightness, 120Hz refresh rate, and anti-glare coating on a 3K OLED panel outshine Lenovo's 400-nit, 90Hz OLED. Battery capacity differs significantly, with ASUS providing 72 Wh versus Lenovo's 60 Wh, supporting that claimed 14-hour runtime. Storage starts at 1 TB on ASUS versus 512 GB on Lenovo, though base configurations match at $1,399 versus $999. The Zenbook S justifies its premium through superior display tech, lower weight, larger battery, and newer processor efficiency. Lenovo offers better value if you prioritize processing power and save $400. For professionals valuing screen quality and portability, ASUS wins decisively. For budget-conscious users needing performance, Lenovo delivers solid returns.
Who Should Buy
Buy the ASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024) if…
- →Ultra-light at 1.20 kg with a premium Ceraluminum chassis
- →Vivid 3K OLED display with accurate colors
- →Intel Core Ultra 200V series delivers exceptional efficiency
Buy the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Gen 8 14" if…
- →2.8K OLED display at $999 is exceptional value for creators
- →i7-13700H offers strong multithread performance
- →Lightweight at 1.37 kg for a 14-inch OLED ultrabook
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
ASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024)
Pros
- Ultra-light at 1.20 kg with a premium Ceraluminum chassis
- Vivid 3K OLED display with accurate colors
- Intel Core Ultra 200V series delivers exceptional efficiency
- Solid all-day battery endurance
- Thoughtful design with excellent hinge mechanism
Cons
- Intel Core Ultra 200V series slower than H-class for heavy workloads
- RAM and SSD are soldered — no upgrade path
- Only one USB-A port
- Glossy OLED touch surface catches fingerprints
- No SD card reader
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Gen 8 14"
Pros
- 2.8K OLED display at $999 is exceptional value for creators
- i7-13700H offers strong multithread performance
- Lightweight at 1.37 kg for a 14-inch OLED ultrabook
- Good port selection with USB-A and HDMI
- Premium aluminum build quality
Cons
- OLED option cuts battery life to around 9 hours
- No Thunderbolt 4 — USB-C ports are USB 3.2
- Soldered RAM cannot be upgraded
- Speakers are average for the price class
- 90Hz instead of 120Hz on the OLED panel
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024) | Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Gen 8 14" |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.20 kg | 1.37 kg |
| Material | Aluminum with Ceraluminum lid | Aluminum unibody |
| Dimensions | 311.2 x 219.3 x 14.9 mm | 312.2 x 221.4 x 14.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | — |
| USB-C ports | — | 2 |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 14 hours mixed use | Up to 14 hours (IPS) / 9 hours (OLED) |
| Capacity | 72 Wh | 60 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.0 inches | 14 inches |
| Type | 3K OLED anti-glare touch | OLED |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 90Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 550 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB NVMe | 512 GB / 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5x | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 8-core (4P+4LPE) | 14-core (6P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13700H |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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