ASUS · 2021 · end of life
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401QM, 2021)
GA401QM, 2021
The iconic 1.7 kg 14-inch that started the compact gaming class, around 800 dollars used with a Ryzen 9 5900HS and an 80W RTX 3060.
from $800 last seen 2026-05-22
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- Best for gaming creative work programming
- Linux: minor fixes
Scorecard
Mean of six category scores, 0 to 10. Compiled from public sources. How we rate.
Strongest on display and build, with no category below average.
- Battery 7/10
- Display 8/10
- Build 8/10
- Keyboard 8/10
- Speed 6/10
- Value 8/10
Worth knowing
Stands out
- 120Hz screen, smoother motion
Watch for
- Discontinued, sold from remaining stock
- NVIDIA needs the proprietary driver on Linux
Linux
Works · Best on arch. Confidence: medium · How we score
Linux compatibility, per distro
- Arch Minor setup
- Wi-Fi : works
- Bluetooth : works
- Fingerprint : unknown
- Webcam : broken
- Audio : works
- Suspend : needs tweak
org project covers this generation: asusctl drives the AniMe Matrix lid, fan curves and power profiles, and supergfxctl handles the NVIDIA dGPU modes through the proprietary driver in Optimus. There is no webcam to support.
asus-linux.org: setup guide →Show full report
cam to support. NVIDIA suspend is fine on X11, still rough on Wayland, the same caveat as the newer G14. The 16 GB ships as 8 GB soldered plus one free SO-DIMM slot.
See the broader picture in the Linux compatibility hub, the full compatibility matrix, and the buying guides.
Specs
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS |
|---|---|
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (80W with Dynamic Boost) |
| RAM | 16 GB (one free slot to add more) |
| Storage | 1 TB |
| Screen | 14" 2560x1440 @ 120Hz, 357 nitsfine indoors, dim in direct sun, smoother scrolling and motion |
| Weight | 1.7 kglight for daily carry |
| Battery | 76 Wh, around 6 h real-world |
Common questions
- Does the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401QM, 2021) work with Linux?
- Mostly: it runs after one or two known fixes (checked on Arch). The asus-linux.org project covers this generation: asusctl drives the AniMe Matrix lid, fan curves and power profiles, and supergfxctl handles the NVIDIA dGPU modes through the proprietary driver in Optimus.
- What does the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401QM, 2021) cost?
- Last seen around 800 USD (2026-05-22). It is discontinued, so prices vary with remaining stock.
- Is the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401QM, 2021) good for gaming?
- For gaming we score it 8/10 on value and 6/10 on performance.
- How heavy is the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401QM, 2021)?
- 1.7 kg (3.75 lb). That's manageable for occasional travel.
- What's the battery life like?
- A 76 Wh pack, around 6 hours real-world mixed use. We score battery 7/10.
- Can I upgrade the RAM or storage?
- RAM is partly soldered with one slot free, so you can add a stick but not replace the base 16 GB. Storage starts at 1024 GB on this configuration.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA401QM, 2021) is discontinued
The price below is the last we saw, kept for reference. See the current alternatives further down.
from $800 last seen 2026-05-22
Find remaining ASUS stockAs an Amazon Associate (US, NL, DE, UK programs), qualifying purchases via this link may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. Other markets not yet enrolled. How we make money. Verified 2026-05-22.
