ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 vs Razer Blade 14 (2025): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The Razer Blade 14 (2025) scores 7.8 versus 7.2 for the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34, making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the cheaper option at $499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Blade 14 (2025) leads overall, while the Chromebook Plus CX34 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: Razer Blade 14 (2025) (Geekbench multi 12,400 vs 5,200).
- Longer battery: ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 (12.6h vs 8h web).
- Lighter: ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 (1.44 kg vs 1.84 kg).
- Cheaper: ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 (saves about $2,800 CAD).
Chromebook Plus CX34 vs Blade 14 (2025): Full Breakdown
Performance: the Razer Blade 14 (2025) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 12,400 against 5,200 for the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 — roughly 138% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the Razer Blade 14 (2025) averaged 102 FPS versus 10 FPS. The Razer Blade 14 (2025) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 lasts longer away from a charger, running 12.6 hours in our web-browsing test versus 8 hours. The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is also easier to carry at 1.44 kg versus 1.84 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 uses a 14-inch IPS panel (1920 x 1080, 60Hz), while the Razer Blade 14 (2025) has a 14-inch IPS panel (2560 x 1600, 240Hz). The Razer Blade 14 (2025) measured brighter at 498 nits, and covered 88% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the cheaper option in Canada, about $2,800 less than the Razer Blade 14 (2025). Weighed against our test scores (7.2 vs 7.8 overall), the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 offers the better value for the money, while the Razer Blade 14 (2025) is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 review and Razer Blade 14 (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the Chromebook Plus CX34 and the Blade 14 (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | Chromebook Plus CX34 | Blade 14 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 7.2 | 7.8 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $499 ✓ | $3,299 |
| CPU | Intel Core i3-1215U | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS |
| GPU | Intel UHD (integrated) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (100W) |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR5 | 32GB LPDDR5x ✓ |
| Storage | 128GB | 1000GB ✓ |
| Display | 14" IPS | 14" IPS |
| Brightness | 302 nits | 498 nits ✓ |
| Battery (web) | 12.6 h ✓ | 8 h |
| Weight | 1.44 kg ✓ | 1.84 kg |
| Geekbench multi | 5,200 | 12,400 ✓ |
| Gaming (1080p) | 10 fps | 102 fps ✓ |
| OS | ChromeOS | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The Razer Blade 14 (2025) scores 7.8 versus 7.2 for the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34, making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the cheaper option at $499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Blade 14 (2025) leads overall, while the Chromebook Plus CX34 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Chromebook Plus CX34 or the Blade 14 (2025)?
The Razer Blade 14 (2025) scores 7.8 versus 7.2 for the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34, making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the cheaper option at $499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Blade 14 (2025) leads overall, while the Chromebook Plus CX34 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The Razer Blade 14 (2025) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The Razer Blade 14 (2025) is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The Razer Blade 14 (2025) is the better choice for multimedia.
Which is better for programming?
The Razer Blade 14 (2025) is the better choice for programming.
Which is better for travel?
The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the better choice for travel.
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