ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 vs ASUS TUF Gaming A14 (FA401)
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 is the better laptop on paper: it has more memory, has an OLED screen and has a sharper screen. Pick the ASUS TUF Gaming A14 only if it matters to you that it has a smoother screen.
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Key differences
- Memory ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 wins
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 has 32 GB of memory against 16 GB, so it has more room for big projects and heavy multitasking.
- OLED screen ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 wins
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 has an OLED screen, with true blacks and richer colour than the ASUS TUF Gaming A14's LCD.
- Smoothness ASUS TUF Gaming A14 wins
The ASUS TUF Gaming A14's 165 Hz screen is smoother than the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405's 120 Hz one, which shows in fast games.
- Sharpness ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 wins
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405's screen is sharper: 3K against 2.5K.
- Colour ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 wins
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405's screen shows a wider range of colour (100% DCI-P3 against 100% sRGB), so photos and films look richer and truer.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 if…
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 32 GB of memory gives it more room.
- You watch a lot of films and video, or edit photos: its OLED screen has true blacks and rich colour.
- You read, write or edit photos a lot: its 3K screen makes text and images crisper.
- You edit photos or care about colour: its screen covers 100% DCI-P3.
Choose the ASUS TUF Gaming A14 if…
- You play fast games: its 165 Hz screen keeps motion smooth.
- You want fewer chargers: it charges over USB-C, like most phones.
- You do demanding work: its AMD Ryzen AI 9 is built for heavy creative work.
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 leads on performance, the screen and ports and wireless; elsewhere the two are closely matched. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 is ahead on performance.
It has more memory, and the ASUS TUF Gaming A14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 | ASUS TUF Gaming A14 (FA401) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 386H | AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop |
| Graphics memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Graphics power (TGP) | 115 W | 105 W |
| AI engine (NPU) | 50 TOPS | 50 TOPS |
| Memory (RAM) | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR5X-8533 | LPDDR5X-7500 |
| Maximum memory | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 | PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2280 |
| Storage slots | 1 | 2 |
Screen
Each laptop has its strengths on the screen.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 has an OLED screen, has a sharper screen and has more accurate colour, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A14 has a smoother screen.
| Spec | ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 | ASUS TUF Gaming A14 (FA401) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 14" |
| Resolution | 3K (2880 x 1800) | 2.5K (2560 x 1600) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Panel | OLED | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | Yes | Yes |
| Brightness | 1,100 nits | 400 nits |
| Colour range | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB |
| HDR | VESA DisplayHDR True Black 1000 | — |
| Finish | Anti-reflective | Matte |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
Battery and size
The ASUS TUF Gaming A14 is ahead on battery and weight.
It charges over USB-C, and the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 | ASUS TUF Gaming A14 (FA401) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 20 hours | — |
| Battery capacity | 73 Wh | 73 Wh |
| Charger | 250 W | 200 W |
| Charges via | barrel | 200 W rectangular barrel adapter; USB-C power delivery (USB4 port) |
| Fast charging | 0-50% in 30 minutes | 50% in 30 min |
| Weight | 1.5 kg | 1.46 kg |
| Dimensions | 311 x 220 x 15.9-16.3 mm | 311 x 227 x 16.9-19.9 mm |
| Materials | CNC-machined aluminium alloy | aluminium lid, aluminium underside |
| Durability | — | MIL-STD-810H |
| Hinge | — | 180-degree lay-flat |
| Colour | Gray | Jaeger Gray |
| Colours available | Eclipse Gray, Platinum White | — |
Ports and wireless
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has USB-A and has Wi-Fi 7, and the ASUS TUF Gaming A14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 | ASUS TUF Gaming A14 (FA401) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort, power delivery/charging, 40Gbps), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (DisplayPort, power delivery/charging), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL, 1x SD card reader (UHS-II), 1x 3.5 mm combo audio | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (10Gbps), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gbps, DisplayPort, G-SYNC; no power delivery listed), 1x USB4 Type-C (40Gbps, DisplayPort, power delivery - charges), 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL, 1x microSD (UHS-II), 1x 3.5 mm combo audio |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt 4 | USB4 40Gbps |
| Card reader | SD (UHS-II, 312MB/s) | microSD (UHS-II) |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 6.0 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Mobile data | None | None |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 | ASUS TUF Gaming A14 (FA401) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 1080p + IR | 1080p + IR |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | Backlit chiclet single-zone RGB, Copilot key, 1.7 mm travel, N-key rollover, anti-shine keycap coating | backlit chiclet, 1.7 mm travel, Copilot key, 4 hotkeys |
| Login | Face | Face |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | Extra-large touchpad | glass-topped, 16:10, 240 Hz report rate |
| Speakers | 4-speaker system (dual-force woofers, 2 tweeters), Smart Amp, Dolby Atmos | 2-speaker system, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio (headphones) |
| Microphones | Built-in array microphone, AI noise-canceling | array microphone with AI noise cancelation |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | Secured-core PC (Level 3), Microsoft Pluton security processor, BIOS administrator and user password protection | Firmware TPM, Secured-core PC (Level 3), BIOS administrator and user password |
Software and model
Both run Windows.
So the same apps work on both, and they get the same kind of updates.
| Spec | ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2026) GU405 | ASUS TUF Gaming A14 (FA401) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Model number | GU405AP-SY004W | FA401GM-RG005W |
| Released | 2026 | 2026 |