The new Asus ZenBook A14 gets a powerful upgrade - and fixes my biggest gripe

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• Asus updates the ZenBook A14 with Snapdragon X2 Elite power.
• The sub-1kg OLED laptop promises over 28 hours of battery life.
• Wi-Fi 7, modern ports, and a tougher build arrive for 2026.

When Asus announced its all-new ultraportable ZenBook A14 last year, we were big fans. In fact, it became my primary laptop. At CES 2026, the company is updating its thin and light laptop with more power and adding a 16-inch option. 

The 2026 ZenBook A14 is getting some upgrades but retains what made it great -- an OLED display, long battery life, and plenty of storage, all under 1kg? The traveler in me is stoked.

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