For buyers looking for an affordable yet reliable everyday laptop, Asus has brought the updated Vivobook 14 (2023) X1404VA to the Nepali market. Tailored for students and working professionals, this mainstream laptop brings upgrades across processing power, memory expandability, display options, and overall design.
Display and Build
The Vivobook 14 (2023) sports a 14-inch Full HD anti-glare display with a 16:9 aspect ratio and an 82% screen-to-body ratio. Depending on the model, it comes with an IPS-level panel supporting up to 100% sRGB or 45% NTSC color gamut, alongside a 180-degree lay-flat hinge. A standard non-IPS option is also available in select markets. To reduce eye fatigue during long sessions, the display is TÜV Rheinland certified for low blue light emissions.
In terms of dimensions, the laptop measures 17.9mm in thickness and weighs around 1.40 kg. It comes in three color finishes: Quiet Blue, Transparent Silver, and Terra Cotta.
Performance and Hardware
Under the hood, the 2023 lineup features Intel's 13th Gen "Raptor Lake" mobile processors, while budget-conscious users can also find cheaper 12th Gen Intel CPU options. The top configuration boasts a Core i7-1355U processor featuring 10 cores, 12 threads, 12MB cache, a 1.7 GHz base clock, and a boost frequency up to 5.0 GHz. Graphics duties are handled by integrated Intel Iris Xe for Core i5 and i7 configurations, while the Core i3 models rely on Intel UHD graphics.
Memory configurations start with either 4GB or 8GB of soldered DDR4 RAM. Users can expand the memory up to 16GB total using the single available SO-DIMM expansion slot.
Ports, Battery, and Input Features
The laptop houses a 42WHrs 3-cell Li-ion battery recharged via a 45W AC power adapter. Wireless connectivity goes up to Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. Physical ports include one USB 2.0 Type-A, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, an HDMI 1.4 port, a 3.5mm combo audio jack, and a DC-in power plug.
Additional features include a chiclet keyboard with 1.4mm key travel and optional white backlighting, a precision touchpad (with optional touch-sensitive NumberPad on specific units), and a 720p HD webcam featuring a physical privacy shutter. Audio is powered by SonicMaster technology backed by array microphones supporting background noise reduction and Cortana support.
Price and Availability in Nepal
The Asus Vivobook 14 (2023) is officially available across Nepal. The base model equipped with a 13th Gen Intel Core i3 starts at Rs. 79,999, while the top-end Intel Core i7-1355U variant goes up to NPR 118,900.
