The Best 14-inch Gaming Laptop of 2022!
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- Опубликовано: 31 авг 2022
- Review and comparison of the ASUS Zephyrus G14 vs Alienware X14 and the Razer Blade 14. They are all very different! But depending on your budget and needs one might be better for you than the other.
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Which one would you choose!?
The X14 seems cool, pretty clean and I can agree with you about what you've said.
Personally I think the g14 is the right fit for me
I would prefer the Blade 14.
I prefer stealth look.
Even though the Blade 14s performance is slightly limited by the chassis, it's still fine for me.
Among Snakes/Aliens/Asus/Dragons-My choice will always be Snakes...😊😊😊😊😊😊
Got the Blade 14.
Razer usually has that Gamer aesthetic, but when come to laptops, it is just the opposite.
I would prefer Asus G14 ( MASTER 😎 JI)
In my opinion, the G14 is the clear winner. Even if price wasn't a concern, I wouldn't get the Blade 14 simply because of the 16gb RAM that's not upgradeable. The X14 even though it's thin, it's heavier and much larger than both of the other 2 laptops, looks more like a 15" laptop chassis size compared to the other two.
G14 advantages:
-Price
-Battery
-Upgradeable RAM, SSD, WIFI card (look under the SSD, it's there!)
-Screen aspect ratio 16:10
-Screen brightness
-Sound quality
-Keyboard typing experience
-Trackpad size and accuracy
-AMD smart shift and smart access memory is able to allocate power and ram between CPU and GPU to boost performance as needed
As for portability, it all depends on whether your desk space is more horizontally or vertically challenged. In practice, I find that the X14 setup is more compact because all the ports are in the back and I don't really work in spaces where a couple inches in that direction matter too much. Also, G14 + power brick is much heavier than X14 + power brick (which also functions as a generic USB-C PD charger). I don't find the footprint issue to be too big a deal, and X14 fits in most of my computer bags just fine. It's worth mentioning, too, that upgrading from 16 GB to 32 GB on the X14 is like a $50 option at the time of purchase, so it's rather affordable, considering DDR5 SODIMMs are really expensive.
@@mbvgliderI think a portable laptop should have decent battery life, and the G14 really nails that balance between portability, performance and battery life. You do a day trip with it, without worrying about having to charge it.
@@abaj006 Only if you’re using it casually. I never found that G14 had the ability to run demanding tasks for long. It’s not a MacBook. You can either get good performance or good battery life but not at the same time. If you’re buying it to mostly game on it, you have to plan to carry a charger all the time. It all depends on how you’re planning to use your computer.
don't forget warranty. I didn't buy the blade 14 2021 because they don't have warranty in my country. Obv not a concern ever for US citizens..
@@mbvglider for me if I'm bringing my laptop on the go, it's for productivity purposes. So if I'm on a plane, train or a coffee shop or something, I'm not worried about taking out the charger. It's only when I get to a destination like my home, or a hotel i'll do any gaming or creative work. I'm not trying to play games on the train with a charging brick, headphones, and a mouse lol
This was one of the videos I referenced when I picked up my x14. Awesome job detailing everything!
How is the x14 treating you? I’m thinking of getting the same machine.
Are you a gamer or do you do any editing on it?
I love how you give your opinion in the end of the video about which one would you choose instead of ending it with it depends like other guys
Thanks Safdar!
Blade 14 is an awesome machine. I've had the g15 for this year and I can tell you the build quality difference is insane. Its also quieter and doesn't get as hot
I'm currently sporting a 2021 G14 myself and it's amazing. For me personally, i value battery life a lot, and on a small 14 inch laptop like this, it's kind of important. The whole point of getting a 14 inch is for its portability, meaning you can use it while you're out on the go, and that means you can't always have access to a power outlet, not to mention probably having to carry the power bricks for the Blade 14 and X14. I'd say if money wasn't an issue, then the Blade 14 is something to consider, but honestly, if you're spending that kind of money, there are probably better offerings out there, maybe not at 14 inches, but still. However, I don't really see the X14 as competition, considering its below average battery life, and bigger size. I don't see a lot of people prioritizing better build quality over the other very significant negatives.
How is the temperature while using it?
I can vouch for the 2021 G14, I have the 120hz RTX 3060 version, best laptop i ever had. Night & day difference from my 2019 Macbook Pro.
@@sirmoros8951 on battery, idling temps(CPU) range from 39c to 45c. Also to note that most of the time the fans stays off(0 decibels). It gets pretty warm on plug in mode. You can achieve this thing if you disable AMD boosting
@@sirmoros8951 Depends on the game honestly. For super demanding games, it can touch 95 C, but for most games it sits in the 80s. As for when you're not gaming, its amazing, the fans dont even turn on
You're right that the X14 needs to travel with the power brick. The thing, though, is that it's very compact, much smaller and lighter than the Asus brick, and it also works as a generic USB-C PD charger, so if you have to bring a USB-C charger anyway, you can replace all of that with the Dell charger. So while the G14 travels better for an afternoon, I've found that in an overnight trip, the X14 travels better.
Hey Matt , you can swap the Wi-Fi card in the G14 too , it’s under the ssd
Razorblade looks absolutely stunning, period! But it's really soooo damn expensive that I think I never even tried checking it out on Amazon tbh lol. My money would be with the G14 as you do get portability with performance. Personally I wanna have a laptop that I can carry around with ease and play without compromising much as I have a desktop at home to take care of the really intense stuffs.
Its a shame its really hard to find
Hey Matthew, correction at 8:38, you can swap the Wi-Fi card on the g14 it’s just hidden underneath the ssd. Other than that amazing video 😄
Got the blade for a month now with white dbrand skin. Everything you said about it is spot on! No regrets.
Definitely the G14, as long as there is a gray version with Anime Matrix that goes up to rx6800s.
I love the Blade series, and my Blade 13 Stealth performed very well and is hyper portable *but* eventually the battery ballooned up to where the lid no longer closes flat. It's a tragedy that I hope they've addressed by now.
Isn't the battery replaceable though?
@@walterliou8729 Actually it warps the entire chassis, like a pillow shape, such that when the lid is closed it's not actually closed. It's kind of crazy actually. They'd have to somehow bend the whole computer straight again.
I do IT support. Dell Latitudes do the same. It’s actual by design. The battery swell is the actual battery cell being expanded. You really need to get a battery replacement because they can burst if it’s pushed too much. I’m it’s preventing the lid from closing that’s your cue to replace the battery
Awesome, helped me with my decision-making. Thanks a lot.
Hello Matthew,
First of all, thank you very much for your impressive reviews.
Second, I want to know your opinion personally about this laptop versus its counterpart, Strix G513RW (6900HX, 3070TI). I do prefer Zephyrus G15 for some reason such as its display and so on, though I should still know how much difference there is between these two laptops In Terms of Gaming Performance? if that's no that much, Zephyrus could still remain the right choice for me.
I'll appreciate your time if your respond, sir.
I'm on my 2nd Blade and still love the simplistic but premium feel. I will agree the G14 is obviously the best choice if you aren't dead set on one of the other designs. I'd be happy with any of them really.
Id pick the g14 but man QC issues are really there, had to return 2 because of lid curving and not closing right and the screen having a white ring around it
Hello Matthew,
I want to know your opinion personally about Zephyrus G503RW (6900HS, 3070TI) versus its counterpart, Strix G513RW (6900HX, 3070TI). I myself do prefer Zephyrus G15 for some reason such as its display and its RAM upgradibility to 48GB (while G513 only supports up to 32GB of RAM), though I should still know how much difference there is between these two laptops In Terms of Gaming Performance??
if that's not that much, Zephyrus could still remain the right choice for me.
Thanks
Got a G14 2021 version, so awesome absolutely love it
You were one of the first to get your hands on 14 inch Acer 300 SE OLED, and it's missing from the video. You can get it at BestBuy already. I had Blade 14 and G14, and I preferred even the 2021 iteration of the 300SE over them. This year they fixed all my complaints, it's a great machine. X14 is just too big.
Matthew, please just tell us what your favorite gaming laptop is for 2022. Thanks
The G14 has a swappable WiFi card. Its just located under the 2280 drive. I swapped mine out with an intel AX210 yesterday. Just thought I'd throw that out there.
@Matthew , I was thinking if there is a way to quantify or test the structural strength of Laptop Hinges. So that end customers could make a more informed decision about their purchase. Because Hinges and batteries are usually the things that break easily for an end user. Could you please make a video explaining Types of Hinges that we see in Laptops and which ones are the strongest and which ones we should avoid at all cost .
I just picked up the 3080ti Blade 14. Absolutely love it! Dropped a 2TB drive in it as soon as it arrived.
sounds expensive
My favorite 14inch gaming laptop is still always gonna be the g14💯.
I love the x14! I have an x15 & absolutely love it. They really are the best laptops.
exactly the video i needed😀 thank u
You're welcome 😊
Your recommendation for a gaming laptop around 1k to 1.2k
Or should I wait for black Friday sales ?
Just the video I needed❤️
Thanks for watching!
on the x14, you can use every USB-C Port can be used for charging with the max 130W
That is the one I have. The X14. It rocks. Paired it with Dell's 32 inch, 150 hz, curved monitor. Best setup I've ever woned.
Can u use it akao for college? Does it really hold up for 4h battery life? Thanks mate and hf
@@milanoapfel1836 i use it for uni. its very good. performance is amazing. battery life is ok, not too great, can get loud but you can change this. for college these are overkill.
I Love my X14....it is a looker, a conversation starter, I often get asked while using it in a cafe...and to back it all up, it performs like a champ...usb-c charging is a big win for me.....
did you opt for the 32GB RAM configuration?
@@iancrespo_ No, 16 gigs
If only it was OLED/Touch
the 13 inch Alienware 13R3 from 2016 has OLED/TOUCH
@@TheAgentAssassin no oled, no touch..i wish it was
Me also tend to get asked while using that lolol
Great overview video. I have been fortunate to use Asus on a regular basis. And I use it as a laptop (half the time, actually on my lap in the morning and the evening), it is so hot you cannot use it in that way. And after a half year of usage, the battery life has diminished greatly, the trackpad is spotty and the build quality doesn't make you feel good about owning it. I am going to try the X14 coming up, the 32gb, 3060 version was on sale for $1500. I miss the flexibility of thunder port and hope the fans don't try me crazy.
My question is, you do gaming on your lap? or does it get super hot even without gaming.
I've always used gaming laptops, and doing gaming on my lap is a no go, they all get hot. But if the g14 is getting hot even when watching videos then thats a problem.
Just got my alienware x14 in this morning! Loving it so far
How is the machine treating you?
Do you do any editing on it, video/photo?
I’m looking at the same machine, mainly for editing but will do some editing on the side.
Thanks!
@@2392youngmoney good for all that not a beast but close for the small for factor.
its hard to find the cheaper G14 model from 2020 with an RtX of 3060, now prices have raised significantly since 2020, i am wondering if any anyone knows where to buy one online or locally in australia
I just thought about sandblasting my blade. Removing the black color and just having the silver metal? Hell yeah!
Funny that you said "not MSI cheap".. I'm never getting another MSI laptop again after owning the GF63. lol
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Same here lol. Build quality on my GF65 was atrocious.
The G14 does have a swapple WiFi card. It's under the M.2 SSD.
I want to love the G22, but I just don't think I can use a 14" laptop for working.
The 16" inch space is where it's at for me, but man these laptops are great.
I want to love the g14. But I can just see the build quality not holding up 3 + years down the road
Blade 14 all the way. Got mines for 1800 brand new with the rtx 3070ti. The quality and experience is great. Looks amazing and performs very well in terms of gaming especially with the 2022 versions having a Mux Switch
Almost every blades battery will ballon eventually, not even hating. I’ve owned 4 razer laptops and EVER. SINGLE. TIME the battery ballon’s. Get an extras battery for when it happens. I switched to a M2 pro max MBP, outperforms it in Every single task except gaming, which I never did. I used it as a work station, development Etc. MBP blows it away and Mac OS is smoother than windows I find.
General unrelated question
My Blade 14 2019 charger broke down. It doesn’t work no more. And this is the second time. And I’m on my third charger. Can anyone tell me what’s the issue? So I can avoid it !
As you said looks are completely objective, but my vote for best design would’ve gone to the Asus.
I’ve also been hearing things about Dell having display problems on the XPS 13 Plus.
at least the battery does not bulge! :)
Me too, I actually hate the look of the Alienware. And, regarding the RGB... I mean, you shouldn't complain of it after buying a white laptop tbh.
I'm still rocking 2020 G14. Other than heat and fan noise, it is a great device.
Glad you're liking it!
Which one of these would you recommend for a computer science major I need it for like normal college stuff and coding eventually right now I have the HP omen 017 with an i7 and it’s good but like the battery life sucks so which one of these other gaming laptops would you recommend because I might return the one I bought from Micro Center
2:09 Brother, please open the lid of the laptop by the center of the bezels not by either side. The hinges gets loose very quickly resulting in unattractive screen wobbling. Thanks
How is it compared today to the 2023 models
The G14 has a swappable WiFi card. It’s just under that SSD.
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HELLO PLEASE HELP. When I play heavy games I start to get a message of low video ram and my game lags so bad!!!!!!!!! Why???? 1849.99 dollars on this laptop , how can something like this happen. I have updated through windows install and installed graphics driver up to date and still get the same message when opening forza horizon 5 and with games like modern warfare the lag is absurd. Please help!!!!
What are you considering "swappable" wifi cards? Because I changed the one on my g14 to a wifi 6 card with no problem.
What wifi card did you use? And how easy was it to do? I had the g14 and had to trade it in specifically for wifi issues (mediatek). I am new to these types of laptops, so if you have any suggestions/tips for a newcomer who doesn't want to damage their laptop, please let me know!
Do they burn your hands like my 2019 Razerblade 17?
Hi there, I have a 2020 Asus Rog Strix G15 with an RTX 2060 (G512LV). This version came without a lightbar at the button but there are sockets on the board for them. I want a button case with the light bar but can't find one. Who has a connection please let me know.
Once sec, as far as I know the G14´s wifi card is below the SSD and can be swapped. Or have they changed this for the 2022 model? I hope not since Im thinking about getting one
No. It is under the SSD. Matt made the mistake.
ASUS ROG ZEPHYRUS G15 OR ASUS ROG FLOW X13 WHICH IS BETTER?
Hey Matthew! Love your content! Just want to let you know, on the G14 you can replace the WiFi card. It is under the SSD.
Thanks Zach! You're right slipped over my head. Thanks for watching
Could you do the same video but for bigger laptops? 15-17"?
i had the G14 2020 model, ended up selling it because i wanted to try out a different laptop and found a alienware x14 open box for 689 brand new ! all it had was a missing charger you can't go wrong with either one !
the G14 has an Ethernet port... which is extremely important if you are using these laptop professionally or simply prefer it
I just bought my g14 brand new, had it for 4 days before the screen started giving off incredibly bad backlight bleed, and on one occasion the keyboard RGB Wouldn’t turn on until I went into the armory crate software to fix it. I’m just saying the laptop was awesome, but after 4 days it just seemed like I wasted my money, because it started to have problems with only having it 4 days, and I only played heavily demanding games like the forest once. Something to consider, I might either get a new one or go for a bigger model.
hello good morning and happy today please i want asking your about laptops I need gaming laptop with lower price HP victus or Lenovo legion 5 or Acer nitro 5 or Dell g15 or MSI or Asus
and other laptop your is better which is better for gaming no hitting for playing games thanks very much good bless you
I wish you compared the touchpads. I use it anytime I’m working on a paper or proctored exam.
I cannot afford the G14 2022 model but somehow I can buy the G14 2021 ryzen 7 model
Now which one should I go for
Zephyrus g14 or Lenovo IdeaPad gaming 3 or acer nitro 5 2022 model .
Basically I want to visit all those skill sectors . As a computer science student I've talked with my seniors and they suggested me to achieve atleast one skill along with my graduation and master it . Hope you'll help me out 🙂
Asus rog Zephyrus g14 is the one to go.
Hey do you know where can I get this in India ?
@Anuj Jagtap Sorry, I don't know. I'm from Sri Lanka.
@@tharindueranga6407 okay no problem
I mean the blade is on sale for 1799 which is cheaper then the 6800s g14. Which is a steal and I think better at then the g14 at that price
@@butcher2345 not entirely sure when this was but that g14 model was on sale for 1399 for the black Friday sale that ended Sunday. I know it doesn’t help now but wanted to mention it
I got the x15 right before the x14 came out and I think the x14 would've been better because the x15 is a bit too large to take to school. but besides the size I really like the x15
Are you guys having an laptop just because of the portability or because of the feeling to own one?
If you compare the razer blade 14 3070 ti 2022 vs the razer blade 3080 2021, which one would perform better?
I'm looking for 14inch gaming, but it's don't need to be so powerful (and expensive) What about trion 300se?
G14, best for a extending in to a monitor, productivity, gaming, overall everything
The razer blade is now going for $1799. Would that make it a solid yes, no questions asked?
What a professional video ❤❤
G14 does have swappable Wi-Fi it’s under the ssd
You can swap the Wi-Fi card on the G14, I just did, got rid of the MediaTek for a Intel one
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How much and how can I get the x14 or g14 am from Nigeria
I just got the g14 model yesterday. But the trackpad moves slightly when tapped on the lower half. (It feels slightly loose) And it's super annoying. Is this normal??
Ya its normal. its a bit slippery to say the least. The best touchpad is on the X14 but its soo small. Razer Blade would be the happy medium
I recently started watching this channel. The best thing I like about 'Mathew' is that he always end up with the right conclusion to which majority of people are wating for in the end.
I really like Dell X14 design & build quality
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Still have the Blade 14 2021.
Very solid and professional looking, even got compliments from workmates (I do electrical design for construction).
Ya its a sweet looking laptop
I don’t understand why Alienware is making their laptops so deep… how do they make sense for making a 14 inch laptop deeper than most 16 inch laptops?
2 suggestions:
With 14" devices you should consider portability as well since it is their gimmick, like weight, formfactor, and actual need to carry a power brick (anything beyond 8h of battery life should be considered sufficient for a work day). By that criteria, the g14 wins by a wide margin.
Another factor, a little hard to judge but important for some is availability and quality of tech support. Razer should struggle due to low volume of sales while I would expect Asus to offer decent support, now I heard great things about dell in that department, even if their quality control seems to be lacking.
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Tx buddy for that comparison, is the razer blade cst services still the worst of the 3 companies?
Hard to say I've never really had to deal with any of them since I review these products and have direct access to the companies.
I bought a Blade 14 (2021) a couple of weeks ago but find it very difficult finding a good usb hub or docking station. Maybe worth a video .. 👀
Razer has therer own Thunderbolt 4 dock. Caldigit makes some good ones!
@@MatthewMoniz But it‘s Thunderbolt .. 😐
Thank you, Matthew! Will take a look. 😊
will we see ryzen7000 g14 or no idea?
weirdly enough i havent seen any ryzen 7000 laptop leaks unlike with ryzen 6000
You won't see any Ryzen laptops until CES 2023. Maybe some early leaks before that
G14 if there was a black version available?
I don't understand the x14... You choose 14" because it's smaller and lighter than a 15", and not too small like a 13".. But x14 is about the size of some 15" laptop... so what's the point?
You could’ve used the flow z14 instead of the g14 for comparison
Hey Mat, could you please share the details of the battery test or how you achieved 9hrs+ on g14. I bought it a month back but am struggling to get those hours :(
I have followed a lot of guides but to no avail. I have the maxed out version of g14
It's a PC Mark test which is a combination of Idle time, Zoom calls and office work such as light excel and word processing. It really depends what you're doing on the laptop.
I found that to maximize battery life, you have to keep Optimus on and use silent mode, which will minimize power use. If you're gaming, it's gonna burn through battery no matter what. Anyway, not sure it's worth ever using the MUX switch; yes, you get better slightly gaming performance with Optimus off, but it destroys battery life and you have to restart your computer every time you engage it. Hopefully, next year's G14 will have Advanced Optimus.
@@MatthewMoniz Thanks... I am mostly watching a lot of tv series with speakers firing on 65 and brightness at 30 on chrome non stop... I am able to get around 5hrs when charged to 80%
There is reddit thread on how to improve the battery life
@@shavaughncameron9882 I am active there... Have followed then all... I guess asus software just drinks too much juice!!!
Is fhd+ version of g14 good with 6700s? Or should i go with qhd version of the laptop.
Also which ia better between 6700s and rtx 3060.
Depends on the wattage of the 3060. 6700S would be technically faster in gaming vs a 3060 at like 75W or be similar at 95-100W. A higher wattage 3060 would be very slightly faster in games.
However if you are doing productivity tasks like video editing/3d rendering in Blender/using software like V-ray, then the 3060 will blow away the 6700S.
My main reason to avoid the G14 2022 would be the unavailability of an Nvidia GPU. AMD CPU + NVIDIA GPU is the best of both worlds.
@@DeepteshLovesTECH thnx for your reply👍
Does the X14 come in black? Honestly, I hate the white.
x14 for $900 or the g14 6700s for $900 ?? which one is the best option?
X14 long term.
bro got some against the G 14
macbook designs so iconic, its even iconic when some other company does it looooooooooooool
macbook pro m1 max ?
Hey Matt, do you think I should worry if my hinge on my 2021 G15 makes a subtle creaking/clicking noise when I open the lid?
Not Matt, but Yes! Likely some sand or something is stuck inside. Unlikely it will damage the screen but better to clean it up. It’s easy to disassemble n clean the hinge part is accessible when u remove the bottom cover
@@kingsmod8777 okay I'll take it apart late today! I forgot to mention the left hinge is what makes the noise, and I noticed the hinge itself moves a small amount when the lid is opening. I'm hoping the hinge could be loose, I do not want to have to buy a new set of hinges if it's bad 😮💨
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For me, QHD is an absolute MUST on a 14-inch screen size. FHD is just too pixelated and choppy.
G14 Wi-Fi card can be swapped out. It’s under the ssd.
I got a G14 on sale for $1100 at Best Buy. X14 is on sale today for $1400. Not sure the extra $300 is worth it.
were can I buy a 2022 zephyrus g14 in the uk?
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I own the 6800s G14 but will be giving it to my brother and getting a Blade 14 since it's discounted $600 for Black Friday. The ASUS build quality just isn't there for me
Razer Blade owners could you come back here in two years to update us whether or not your Blades get spicy and get blowed up?
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why the acer triton 300SE is not in the review i whould love to see him against the other three plus your channel is the only one who had made a good review on it
I wish I still had it or id include it.
The weights were incorrect (I know, minor)
The G14 is 3.64LBs
The Blade 14 is 3.92LBs