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ASUS Zenbook 14 UM3406KA vs ASUS Zenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA
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ASUS Zenbook A14 UX3407QA (Snapdragon X Plus)
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ASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024) UX5406SA-BH71T-CB
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Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M5, 2026)
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Dell XPS 14 (2026) DA14260
ASUS Zenbook A14 UX3407QA (Snapdragon X Plus)
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 (Core Ultra 7 256V)
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HONOR MagicBook Pro 14 (2025)
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ASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024) UX5406SA-BH71T-CB69 of 171 fields differ
- 31 different values
- 38 known for one only
- 33 the same
- 69 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 220 laptops.
- Peak brightness (HDR, claimed)A: 600nitsB: 1,100nitsZenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA is 500 nits higher.
Weight
0 to 3 kg
Weight (published)
A1.2kg
B1.2kg
All 179 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
UM3406KA-QD149W, 90NB14U1-M008Z01Maker spec sheet (PDF)datika.me/wa-data/public/site/data/datika.me/Laptopovi/0001390403_DOC_SPEC.pdfRead 8 October 2026
GTIN / EAN
4711387866528, 1971058665221Maker spec sheet (PDF)datika.me/wa-data/public/site/data/datika.me/Laptopovi/0001390403_DOC_SPEC.pdfRead 8 October 2026Both EAN-13 and UPC-A are explicitly stated for the selected part, not derived from each other.
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Announced
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Status
Predecessor
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ASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024) UX5406SA-BH71T-CB4Reviewultrabookreview.com/74670-asus-zenbook-s14-gen2-reviewRead 10 October 2026Ultrabookreview treats the 2026 Zenbook S14 UX5406AA as the update of the previous Zenbook S14 UX5406SA generation.6Reviewultrabookreview.com/69717-asus-zenbook-s14-oled-reviewRead 23 October 2026Ultrabookreview's UX5406SA review says the UX5406AA is a more recent update of the Zenbook S14.
Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Colours
Segment
Chassis
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Dimensions
Width312.4Depth220.1Thickness (min)14.9Thickness (max)14.9mm(12.3 × 8.7 × 0.6 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)datika.me/wa-data/public/site/data/datika.me/Laptopovi/0001390403_DOC_SPEC.pdfRead 8 October 2026
Width310.3Depth214.7Thickness (min)11.9Thickness (max)12.9mm(12.2 × 8.5 × 0.5 in)1Maker product pageasus.com/sg/laptops/for-home/zenbook/asus-zenbook-s-14-ux5406/techspecRead 10 October 202631.03 x 21.47 x 1.19 ~ 1.29 cm.
Weight (published)
Lid material
Bottom material
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Max hinge angle
MIL-STD-810 testing (claimed)
Display
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Screen size
Native resolution
Pixel density
161.7ppi
242.6ppi
Panel type
Backlight
Not available
Dimming zones
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Panel part number
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Screen surface
Touchscreen
Stylus
Not available
Refresh rate modes
AASUS Zenbook 14 UM3406KA
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Maximum operating refresh (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1200 | 60 |
BASUS Zenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Maximum operating refresh (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 2880 | 1800 | 120 |
Max refresh rate
60Hz
120Hz
Adaptive sync
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Gray-to-gray response time (claimed)
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Native panel colour depth
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Brightness (SDR, claimed)
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Peak brightness (SDR outdoors, claimed)
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Sustained brightness (HDR, claimed)
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Peak brightness (HDR, claimed)
sRGB coverage (claimed)
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DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)
Adobe RGB coverage (claimed)
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HDR certification
Factory calibrated
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Second display
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Processor
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Processor
Processor brand
Core configuration
AASUS Zenbook 14 UM3406KA
| Core type | Count | Core | Base clock (GHz) | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zen 5 | 4 | Zen 5 | 2 | 5 |
| Zen 5c | 4 | Zen 5c | 2 | 3.5 |
BASUS Zenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA
| Core type | Count | Base clock (GHz) | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 4 | 2.1 | 4.9 |
| Efficiency | 8 | 1.6 | 3.7 |
| Low-power efficiency | 4 | 1.6 | 3.5 |
CPU cores
8
16
Cores labelled performance
0
4
Cores labelled efficiency
0
12
Threads
Max boost clock
5GHz
4.9GHz
L3 cache
Sustained CPU power (configured)
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Peak CPU power (configured)
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Combined CPU and GPU power
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NPU performance
Graphics
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Discrete GPU
GPU
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GPU brand
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VRAM
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Max GPU power (TGP)
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Dynamic Boost
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GPU boost clock
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GPU switching
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Integrated GPU
Memory
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Installed RAM
RAM type
RAM speed
Memory channels
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RAM upgrade
Memory slots
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RAM slots
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Free RAM slots
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Maximum supported RAM
Storage
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Installed storage
Storage type
Installed drive PCIe generation
Storage slots
AASUS Zenbook 14 UM3406KA
| Form factor | Interface | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 4 | 4 | 1 | Yes |
BASUS Zenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA
| Form factor | Interface | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 4 | 4 | 1 | Yes |
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/sg/laptops/for-home/zenbook/asus-zenbook-s-14-ux5406/techspecRead 10 October 20261x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0x4 (includes used), 1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD installed.4Reviewultrabookreview.com/74670-asus-zenbook-s14-gen2-reviewRead 10 October 2026Single M.2 2280 slot for a 1 TB Samsung PM9C1b PCIe Gen 4 SSD.
M.2 slots
1
1
Free storage slots
0
0
Maximum slot PCIe generation
4
4
Ports
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Ports
AASUS Zenbook 14 UM3406KA
| Type | Version | Count | Side | Maximum data rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-A | 3.2 Gen 1 | 1 | Left | 5 | Not available | Not available |
| USB-C | 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | Right | 10 | Not available | Yes |
| USB-C | USB4 Gen 3 | 1 | Right | 40 | USB4 | Yes |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 TMDS | 1 | Right | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Right | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)datika.me/wa-data/public/site/data/datika.me/Laptopovi/0001390403_DOC_SPEC.pdfRead 8 October 20262Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/nb/UM3406KA/0409_E24342_UM3406KA_A.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed pages 25-30 complete right/left diagrams and descriptions corroborate exact SKU interface list. Both Type-C ports support display output and input power. DisplayPort protocol revision is not stated. Maker 65 W adapter requirement is not an explicitly stated maximum accepted input, so per-port charging_in_w is omitted. HDMI 2.1 TMDS comes from the exact SKU sheet, no FRL bandwidth inferred. Broad Intel Thunderbolt claims do not apply.
BASUS Zenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA
| Type | Version | Count | Side | Maximum data rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode | Maximum charging input (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Thunderbolt 4 | 2 | Left | 40 | Thunderbolt 4 | Yes | 100 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 TMDS | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | Right | 10 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/sg/laptops/for-home/zenbook/asus-zenbook-s-14-ux5406/techspecRead 10 October 20262x Thunderbolt 4 with display and power delivery (data speed up to 40Gbps), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (up to 10Gbps), 1x 3.5mm combo audio jack, 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS. Fast-charge capable with a 100W USB-C power delivery adapter. Sides come from Ultrabookreview.4Reviewultrabookreview.com/74670-asus-zenbook-s14-gen2-reviewRead 10 October 2026Left: 2x USB-C Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1 TMDS, 3.5 mm jack. Right: 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2.
USB-C ports
2
2
Thunderbolt
No
Yes
Highest HDMI version
HDMI 2.1 TMDS
HDMI 2.1 TMDS
Card reader
No
No
Ethernet speed
Not available
Not available
Maximum USB-C charging input
Not available
100W
Wireless
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Not available
Wi-Fi module
Not available
Bluetooth
Cellular
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Keyboard and touchpad
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Keyboard layouts
Not available
Key switches
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Keyboard backlight
Single colour1Maker spec sheet (PDF)datika.me/wa-data/public/site/data/datika.me/Laptopovi/0001390403_DOC_SPEC.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact export only says Backlit Chiclet Keyboard. A separate matching model review supplies white lighting, without changing the selected regional key localization.5Reviewultrabookreview.com/71706-asus-zenbook-14-2025-amd-reviewRead 8 October 2026Matching retail configuration explicitly white LEDs with three brightness levels. Selected regional key localization is independently documented by exact retail listing. Conflicting 1.4 mm table versus 1.5 mm narrative travel is left unavailable.
Key travel
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Pointing stick
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Touchpad size
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Camera and audio
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Webcam
IR face login
Webcam privacy
Built-in speaker drivers
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Total speaker power
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Audio features
Microphones
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Battery and power
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Battery energy
Claimed battery life
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Adapter rated output
Laptop charging connector
Charge 0 to 50 % (claimed)
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Cooling
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Vapor chamber
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Liquid metal
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Power modes
AASUS Zenbook 14 UM3406KA
| Name |
|---|
| Full-Speed |
| Performance |
| Standard |
| Whisper |
BASUS Zenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA
Not availableSecurity
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Fingerprint
TPM
Not available
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Remote management
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Security lock slot
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Software
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Operating system
OS family
Security updates until
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Measured display
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Brightness (measured, centre)
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Brightness (measured, average)
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Contrast ratio (measured)
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HDR peak brightness (measured)
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sRGB coverage (measured)
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DCI-P3 coverage (measured)
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
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PWM flicker found
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PWM frequency (measured)
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PWM at or below brightness
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Response black to white (measured)
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Response grey to grey (measured)
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Measured performance
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Cinebench 2024 single-core
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Cinebench 2024 multi-core
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Geekbench 6 single-core
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Geekbench 6 multi-core
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3DMark Time Spy graphics
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3DMark Steel Nomad
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SSD sequential read (measured)
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Game frame rates
AASUS Zenbook 14 UM3406KA
Not availableBASUS Zenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA
| Game | Width (px) | Height (px) | Preset | Average FPS | 1 % low FPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyberpunk 2077 | 1920 | 1200 | Low | 24 | 12 |
| Far Cry 6 | 1920 | 1200 | Low, TAA | 46 | Not available |
| Horizon Forbidden West | 1920 | 1200 | Very Low | 48 | Not available |
| Shadow of the Tomb Raider | 1920 | 1200 | Lowest | 62 | Not available |
| The Witcher 3 | 1920 | 1200 | Low | 77 | Not available |
Measured noise and temperature
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Fan noise per mode
AASUS Zenbook 14 UM3406KA
Not availableBASUS Zenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA
| Power mode | Load | Noise (dB(A)) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | Max load | 45 |
| Standard | Max load | 35 |
Max fan noise
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45dB(A)
Fan noise while gaming
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Top surface under load
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Bottom surface under load
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Palm rest under load
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CPU temperature in stress test
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CPU clock in stress test
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GPU temperature while gaming
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Measured battery and power
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Battery runtime per test
AASUS Zenbook 14 UM3406KA
Not availableBASUS Zenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA
| Test | Brightness (nits) | Power mode | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Video streaming | 120 | Whisper | 15 |
Wi-Fi browsing runtime
Not available
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Video runtime
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15h
Full charge time (measured)
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Power draw idle
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Power draw gaming
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Power draw max
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Sustained CPU power (measured)
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GPU power while gaming (measured)
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Weight (measured)
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Certifications
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Intel Evo
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Copilot+ PC
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Colour certifications
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ENERGY STAR
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EPEAT
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
Sleeve, USB-A to RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet adapter1Maker spec sheet (PDF)datika.me/wa-data/public/site/data/datika.me/Laptopovi/0001390403_DOC_SPEC.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact export accessory list explicitly Sleeve and USB-A to Gigabit RJ45 adapter. Main charger inclusion is separately confirmed by the matching original guide. The adapter does not become an onboard Ethernet port.
Power adapter included
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Warranty
None of 2 known
Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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Warranty service
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Links
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Product page
www.asus.com/laptops/for-home/zenbook/asus-zenbook-14-oled-um34067Maker product pageasus.com/laptops/for-home/zenbook/asus-zenbook-14-oled-um3406Read 8 October 2026Current family maker page covers UM3406. Exact KA specification export and original KA support documents define the reference. Current GA CPU, radio and display variants are excluded.
Spec sheet
datika.me/wa-data/public/site/data/datika.me/Laptopovi/0001390403_DOC_SPEC.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)datika.me/wa-data/public/site/data/datika.me/Laptopovi/0001390403_DOC_SPEC.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact ASUS model specification export for UM3406KA-QD149W, part 90NB14U1-M008Z0, uploaded January 13, 2025 and linked by the selected regional retailer. This timestamp is not a retail release date. Touchscreen WS79T, Intel UX3405CA and 2026 UM3406GA are excluded.
Manual
dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/nb/UM3406KA/0409_E24342_UM3406KA_A.pdf2Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/nb/UM3406KA/0409_E24342_UM3406KA_A.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original E24342 first edition December 2024, linked by current UM3406KA manufacturer support. It explicitly separates non-touch and touch models. Selected exact export determines the stored non-touch configuration.
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EPREL registration number
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