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The short answer · Balanced overview
ASUS Zenbook S 14 UX5406AA (Core Ultra 9 386H) leads the Balanced Bettr Score 62.7–42.3. The existing category models use the available evidence automatically; open the score details for sources and coverage.
Microsoft
A smaller Surface for a shorter shortlist. Check the Arm-based Windows setup and the storage configuration before choosing your everyday carry. This 13-inch configuration pairs 16 GB of memory with 256 GB of storage.
Bettr Score · Balanced
42.3/100
ASUS
This Zenbook configuration puts the display and the port list on the same page. Check both against your working setup before getting caught up in the processor name. This 14-inch configuration pairs 32 GB of memory with 1024 GB of storage.
Bettr Score · Balanced
62.7/100
| Microsoft Surface Laptop 13-inch (1st Edition) | Specification | ASUS Zenbook S 14 UX5406AA (Core Ultra 9 386H) |
|---|---|---|
$1,149.99 | Reference price (specific configuration)Not enough data | Not stated / not applicable |
ultraportable | Laptop classTie | ultraportable |
Windows 11 Home on Arm | Operating systemPersonal preference | Windows 11 Home |
Snapdragon X Plus (8-core) | ProcessorPersonal preference | Intel Core Ultra 9 386H |
16 GB | Installed memory | 32 GB ✓ Winner |
256 GB | Installed SSD storage | 1024 GB ✓ Winner |
13 in | Display sizePersonal preference | 14 in |
2.4576 MP | Native display pixels | 5.184 MP ✓ Winner |
60 Hz | Maximum display refresh | 120 Hz ✓ Winner |
2.69 lb | Starting or configured weight | 2.65 lb ✓ Winner |
16 hours | Advertised wireless web batteryNot enough data | Not stated / not applicable |
23 hours | Advertised video playback batteryNot enough data | Not stated / not applicable |
Not stated / not applicable | Battery capacityNot enough data | 77 Wh |
0 | Thunderbolt / USB4 ports | 2 ✓ Winner |
1 | USB-A portsTie | 1 |
No | Built-in HDMI | Yes ✓ Winner |
No | Built-in SD card readerTie | No |
Yes | TouchscreenTie | Yes |
No | Dedicated graphicsTie | No |
Yes | 1080p or bettr webcamTie | Yes |
Bettr Score
Microsoft Surface Laptop 13-inch (1st Edition)
42.3 / 100
ASUS Zenbook S 14 UX5406AA (Core Ultra 9 386H)
62.7 / 100
Evidence-based guidance · Balanced model
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