Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 vs Dell G7 17 7700 Comparison

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Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 vs Dell G7 17 7700 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Zenbook A14 UX3407 and G7 17 7700, two laptops from Asus and Dell. Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 was introduced to market in January 2025 and Dell G7 17 7700 was launched in June 2020. As you can see, G7 17 7700 is 5 years older than Zenbook A14 UX3407. Let's see if this age difference between two laptops makes a big difference.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 and Dell G7 17 7700 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 Key Specs

Launched in January 2025
14.0" OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon X (X1-26-100)
GPU: Adreno X1-45
8GB Ram
310.7 x 213.9 x 13.4-15.9 mm (12.23 x 8.42 x 0.53-0.63 inches)
Weight: 0.9 kg (1.98 lbs)

Dell G7 17 7700 Key Specs

Launched in June 2020
17.3" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 10300H
GPU: GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Mobile 4GB
8GB Ram
398.2 x 290 x 19.3-20.7 mm (15.68 x 11.42 x 0.76-0.81 inches)
Weight: 2.85 kg (6.28 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Zenbook A14 UX3407 and G7 17 7700 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 over Dell G7 17 7700

Weight	0.90 kg vs 2.85 kg	1.95 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~85.5% vs ~71.4%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	4.6 mm vs 7.6 mm	3 mm thinner bezels
Contrast Rate	1000000:1 vs 600:1	more pleasing colors
Screen PPI	162 ppi vs 127 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Opening Angle	180° vs 140°	More flexible screen
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	600 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen
Response Time	1 ms vs 25 ms	Faster Response screen
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 14 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 12 nm	Newer Generation GPU
RAM Type	LPDDR5X vs DDR4	Faster RAM Type
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	Faster RAM
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	3D Surround Sound Support
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.1	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Camera
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 2.0	Better HDMI connectivity

Reasons to choose Dell G7 17 7700 over Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407

Display Size	17.3 inches vs 14 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
GPU FLOPS	3.041 TFLOPS vs 2.3-2.8 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No

Common Strengths of Dell G7 17 7700 and Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407

Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Dell G7 17 7700 and Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 vs Dell G7 17 7700: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 and the Dell G7 17 7700.

Physical Specs
Weight	0.9 kg (1.98 lbs)	2.85 kg (6.28 lbs)
Surface Area	665 cm2 (103 inches2)	1155 cm2 (179.1 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~85.5%	~71.4%
Side Bezel Thickness	~4.6 mm	~7.6 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.06 kg/inch	0.16 kg/inch
	0.132 lbs/inch	0.352 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray	Black
Cover Opening Angle	180Â°	140Â°

Comparison of the Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 and the Dell G7 17 7700 External Dimensions

Weight

Zenbook A14 UX3407 weighs 0.9 kg (1.98 lbs), whereas the G7 17 7700 weighs 2.85 kg (6.28 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 0.90 kg

Avg: 14.0-14.9" 1.42 kg

Dell G7 17 7700 2.85 kg

Avg: larger than 17.0" 2.74 kg

Thickness Comparison

Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 15.90 mm

Avg: 14.0-14.9" 17.12 mm

Dell G7 17 7700 19.30 mm

Avg: larger than 17.0" 24.26 mm

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 is 0.06 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Dell G7 17 7700 is 0.16 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2-in-1 2022: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 15 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 vs Dell G7 17 7700: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Qualcomm Snapdragon X (X1-26-100) Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus (X1P-42-100) Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite (X1E-78-100)	Intel Core i5 10300H Intel Core i7 10750H Intel Core i9 10885H
Base Frequency	2.98 GHz	2.5 GHz
Number of Cores	8	4
Number of Threads	8	8
L3 Cache	6 MB	8 MB
Integrated GPU	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45	Intel UHD Graphics 630
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm	14 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 and Dell G7 17 7700.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Qualcomm Snapdragon X (X1-26-100)

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 10300H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Adreno X1-45	GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Mobile 4GB GeForce GTX 1660 TI Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 2070 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER Mobile 8GB
Base Clock Frequency	280 MHz	1350 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	30 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
FLOPS	2.3-2.8 TFLOPS	3.041 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	4 GB
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	GDDR6
Memory Speed	8.45 Gbps	~12 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	1024	1024
TMUs	48	64
ROPs	24	32

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 has a FLOPS value of 2.3-2.8 TFLOPS whereas the Dell G7 17 7700 ' has a FLOPS value of 3.041 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Dell G7 17 7700 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB 32GB	8GB 16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x4 GB	2x4 GB
RAM Clock	8448 MHz	2933 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	DDR4
Upgradable	No	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)

Both laptops, the Zenbook A14 UX3407 and the G7 17 7700, come with similar RAM capacities of 8 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

In addition to RAM capacity, the type of RAM can significantly impact performance, with newer RAM types often offering higher speeds compared to others. Therefore, selecting RAM types with the latest DDR number can be a suitable choice based on your requirements.

BATTERY

BATTERY	48 Wh 70 Wh	56 Wh 97 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	65 / 90 W	130 / 240 W

On the other hand, the G7 17 7700 features a higher battery capacity of 56 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the Zenbook A14 UX3407's 48 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 48 Wh

Avg: 14.0-14.9" 55.79 Wh

Dell G7 17 7700 56 Wh

Avg: larger than 17.0" 76.88 Wh

STORAGE
Both laptops, the Zenbook A14 UX3407 and the G7 17 7700 have similar max. storage capacities of 1 TB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 vs Dell G7 17 7700: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 and Dell G7 17 7700 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Zenbook A14 UX3407 has a display size of 14.0".On the other hand, G7 17 7700 has a larger17.3" display.The total usable screen area of the Zenbook A14 UX3407 is 568cm² / 88inch² whereas the G7 17 7700's total usable screen area is 825cm² / 128inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Zenbook A14 UX3407 features a higher pixel density with 162 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 162 PPI

Avg: 14.0-14.9" 173 PPI

Dell G7 17 7700 127 PPI

Avg: larger than 17.0" 141 PPI

Refresh Rate
Both Zenbook A14 UX3407 and G7 17 7700 offer the same refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Furthermore, the Zenbook A14 UX3407 boasts a faster response time of 1.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
The Zenbook A14 UX3407 offers a higher maximum brightness of 600 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 600 nits

Avg: 14.0-14.9" 383 nits

Dell G7 17 7700 300 nits

Avg: larger than 17.0" 368 nits

Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407 vs Dell G7 17 7700 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Zenbook A14 UX3407 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to G7 17 7700 (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Zenbook A14 UX3407 and G7 17 7700 have USB-A ports. Zenbook A14 UX3407 has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while G7 17 7700 has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Zenbook A14 UX3407 is equipped with 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports. G7 17 7700 does not have USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Zenbook A14 UX3407 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. G7 17 7700 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Zenbook A14 UX3407 and G7 17 7700 feature an HDMI port. Zenbook A14 UX3407 offers 1x HDMI 2.1, while G7 17 7700 offers 1x HDMI 2.0.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
G7 17 7700 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Zenbook A14 UX3407 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Zenbook A14 UX3407 and G7 17 7700 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.4	v5.1
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	1x USB 3.2	3x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	No
Thunderbolt (latest: 4)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.0
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	No	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes