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ASUS Zenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA vs ASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024) UX5406SA-BH71T-CB
Product A: ASUS
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Microsoft Surface Laptop 15-inch (7th Edition, X Elite)Product B: ASUS
Zenbook S 14 (2024) UX5406SA-BH71T-CB
98 of 179 known
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M5, 2026)
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (14", Gen 11) 14IPH11
ASUS Zenbook A14 UX3407NA (Snapdragon X2 Elite)
ASUS Zenbook A16 UX3607OA (Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme, touch)
Dell XPS 14 (2026) DA14260
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5, 2026)
Dell XPS 13 (DX13260)
ASUS Zenbook DUO (2026) UX8407AA-DS99T
ASUS Zenbook 14 UM3406KA
Acer Googlebook 14 GP714-91N-50A0
LG gram Pro 17 (Core Ultra 7 355, 16 GB/512 GB)
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Compare the ASUS Zenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA with
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M5, 2026)
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (14", Gen 11) 14IPH11
ASUS Zenbook A14 UX3407NA (Snapdragon X2 Elite)
ASUS Zenbook A16 UX3607OA (Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme, touch)
Dell XPS 14 (2026) DA14260
Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M5, 2026)
Dell XPS 13 (DX13260)
ASUS Zenbook DUO (2026) UX8407AA-DS99T
ASUS Zenbook 14 UM3406KA
Acer Googlebook 14 GP714-91N-50A0
LG gram Pro 17 (Core Ultra 7 355, 16 GB/512 GB)
LG gram Pro 2-in-1 16 (Core Ultra 7 255H, 32 GB/1 TB)47 of 171 fields differ
- 28 different values
- 19 known for one only
- 55 the same
- 69 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 220 laptops.
- Peak brightness (HDR, claimed)A: 1,100nitsB: 500nitsZenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA is 600 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
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
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Status
Predecessor
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.
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Successor
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ASUS Zenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA6Measurementultrabookreview.com/69717-asus-zenbook-s14-oled-reviewRead 13 October 2026Review links to the 2026 UX5406AA update with Panther Lake.8Reviewultrabookreview.com/74670-asus-zenbook-s14-gen2-reviewRead 23 October 2026Ultrabookreview treats the 2026 Zenbook S14 UX5406AA as the update of the previous Zenbook S14 UX5406SA generation.
Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
Segment
Form factor
Chassis
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Dimensions
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.
Width310.3Depth214.7Thickness (min)11.9Thickness (max)12.9mm(12.2 × 8.5 × 0.5 in)2Maker product pageasus.com/ca-en/laptops/for-home/zenbook/asus-zenbook-s-14-ux5406/techspecRead 13 October 202631.03 x 21.47 x 1.19 ~ 1.29 cm.
Weight (published)
Lid material
Bottom material
Not available
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Max hinge angle
MIL-STD-810 testing (claimed)
Display
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Screen size
Native resolution
Pixel density
242.6ppi
242.6ppi
Panel type
Backlight
Dimming zones
Not available
Not available
Panel part number
Screen surface
Touchscreen
Stylus
Refresh rate modes
AASUS Zenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Maximum operating refresh (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 2880 | 1800 | 120 |
BASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024) UX5406SA-BH71T-CB
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Maximum operating refresh (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 2880 | 1800 | 120 |
Max refresh rate
120Hz
120Hz
Adaptive sync
Not available
Not available
Gray-to-gray response time (claimed)
Not available
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Native panel colour depth
Not available
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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)
Not available
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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 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 |
BASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024) UX5406SA-BH71T-CB
| Core type | Count | Base clock (GHz) | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 4 | 2.2 | 4.8 |
| Low-power efficiency | 4 | 2.2 | 3.7 |
CPU cores
16
8
Cores labelled performance
4
4
Cores labelled efficiency
12
4
Threads
Max boost clock
4.9GHz
4.8GHz
L3 cache
Process
Not available
Sustained CPU power (configured)
Not available
Peak CPU power (configured)
Not available
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Combined CPU and GPU power
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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
Not available
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RAM upgrade
Memory slots
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RAM slots
Not available
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Free RAM slots
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Storage
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Installed storage
Storage type
Installed drive PCIe generation
Storage slots
AASUS 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.
BASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024) UX5406SA-BH71T-CB
| Form factor | Interface | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 4 | 4 | 1 | Yes |
M.2 slots
1
1
Free storage slots
0
0
Maximum slot PCIe generation
4
4
Ports
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Ports
AASUS 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.
BASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024) UX5406SA-BH71T-CB
| Type | Version | Count | Side | Maximum data rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Thunderbolt 4 | 2 | Left | 40 | Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 TMDS | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | Right | 10 | Not available | Not available |
USB-C ports
2
2
Thunderbolt
Yes
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
100W
Not available
Wireless
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Wi-Fi module
Bluetooth
Cellular
Not available
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Keyboard and touchpad
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Keyboard layouts
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Key switches
Not available
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Keyboard backlight
Numpad
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Key travel
Pointing stick
Not available
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Touchpad size
Not available
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Touchpad mechanism
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Camera and audio
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Webcam
IR face login
Webcam privacy
Built-in speaker drivers
Total speaker power
Not available
Not available
Audio features
Smart Amp Technology, AI Noise Canceling1Maker product pageasus.com/sg/laptops/for-home/zenbook/asus-zenbook-s-14-ux5406/techspecRead 10 October 2026Smart Amp Technology in the audio row and AI Noise Canceling in the MyASUS features list.
Smart Amp Technology, Dolby Atmos, Harman Kardon tuning1Maker product pageeshop.asus.com/ca-en/90nb14f3-m006x0-asus-zenbook-s-14-ux5406.htmlRead 13 October 2026Four speakers tuned by Harman Kardon and Dolby Atmos. Smart Amp Technology is in the tech spec.
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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Fans
Not available
Vapor chamber
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Liquid metal
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Power modes
AASUS Zenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA
Not availableBASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024) UX5406SA-BH71T-CB
| Name |
|---|
| Full Speed |
| Performance |
| Standard |
| Whisper |
Security
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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)
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)
DCI-P3 coverage (measured)
Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
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PWM flicker found
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
3DMark Steel Nomad
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SSD sequential read (measured)
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Game frame rates
AASUS 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 |
BASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024) UX5406SA-BH71T-CB
| Game | Width (px) | Height (px) | Preset | Upscaling | Average FPS | 1 % low FPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dota 2 | 1920 | 1200 | Best Looking | Not available | 82 | 46 |
| Far Cry 6 | 1920 | 1200 | Low, TAA | Not available | 52 | 38 |
| Horizon Forbidden West | 1920 | 1200 | Very Low, TAA | Off | 45 | 32 |
| The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt | 1920 | 1200 | Low, TUAA | Not available | 78 | 56 |
Measured noise and temperature
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Fan noise per mode
AASUS Zenbook S 14 (2026) UX5406AA
| Power mode | Load | Noise (dB(A)) |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | Max load | 45 |
| Standard | Max load | 35 |
BASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024) UX5406SA-BH71T-CB
| Power mode | Load | Noise (dB(A)) |
|---|---|---|
| Full Speed | Max load | 45 |
| Performance | Max load | 42 |
| Standard | Max load | 35 |
Max fan noise
45dB(A)
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 S 14 (2026) UX5406AA
| Test | Brightness (nits) | Power mode | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Video streaming | 120 | Whisper | 15 |
BASUS Zenbook S 14 (2024) UX5406SA-BH71T-CB
| Test | Brightness (nits) | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi browsing | 150 | 13.85 |
| Productivity | Not available | 16.35 |
Wi-Fi browsing runtime
Not available
13.85h
Video runtime
15h
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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)
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
ENERGY STAR
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EPEAT
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Other certifications
In the box
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In the box
Power adapter included
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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Warranty service
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Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
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EPREL registration number
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