ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) vs ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34: Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) scores 8.1 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 ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) leads overall, while the Chromebook Plus CX34 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) (Geekbench multi 12,600 vs 5,200).
- Longer battery: ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 (12.6h vs 8.6h web).
- Lighter: ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 (1.44 kg vs 1.5 kg).
- Display: OLED (ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025)) vs IPS (ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34).
- Cheaper: ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 (saves about $2,200 CAD).
ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) vs Chromebook Plus CX34: Full Breakdown
Performance: the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 12,600 against 5,200 for the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 — roughly 142% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) averaged 96 FPS versus 10 FPS. The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (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 8.6 hours. The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is also easier to carry at 1.44 kg versus 1.5 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) uses a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz), while the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 has a 14-inch IPS panel (1920 x 1080, 60Hz). The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) measured brighter at 388 nits, and covered 100% 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 $2,200 less than the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025). Weighed against our test scores (8.1 vs 7.2 overall), the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 offers the better value for the money, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) review and ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) and the Chromebook Plus CX34 feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) | Chromebook Plus CX34 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.1 ✓ | 7.2 |
| Price (CAD) | $2,699 | $499 ✓ |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | Intel Core i3-1215U |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (90W) | Intel UHD (integrated) |
| RAM | 32GB LPDDR5x ✓ | 8GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 1000GB ✓ | 128GB |
| Display | 14" OLED | 14" IPS |
| Brightness | 388 nits ✓ | 302 nits |
| Battery (web) | 8.6 h | 12.6 h ✓ |
| Weight | 1.5 kg | 1.44 kg ✓ |
| Geekbench multi | 12,600 ✓ | 5,200 |
| Gaming (1080p) | 96 fps ✓ | 10 fps |
| OS | Windows 11 | ChromeOS |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) scores 8.1 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 ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) leads overall, while the Chromebook Plus CX34 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) or the Chromebook Plus CX34?
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) scores 8.1 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 ROG Zephyrus G14 (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 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) is the better choice for multimedia.
Which is better for programming?
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (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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