Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) vs ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) scores 8.4 versus 8.3 for the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the cheaper option at $1,449. Choose based on the use cases below: the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) leads overall, while the Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) (Geekbench multi 13,200 vs 11,200).
- Longer battery: Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) (16h vs 15.6h web).
- Lighter: ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) (1.2 kg vs 1.34 kg).
- Display: IPS (PixelSense) (Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8)) vs OLED (ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025)).
- Cheaper: Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) (saves about $50 CAD).
Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) vs Zenbook 14 OLED (2025): Full Breakdown
Performance: the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 13,200 against 11,200 for the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) — roughly 18% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) averaged 32 FPS versus 16 FPS. The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) lasts longer away from a charger, running 16 hours in our web-browsing test versus 15.6 hours. The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is also easier to carry at 1.2 kg versus 1.34 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) uses a 13.8-inch IPS (PixelSense) panel (2304 x 1536, 120Hz), while the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) has a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz). The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) measured brighter at 596 nits, and covered 82% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $50 less than the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025). Weighed against our test scores (8.3 vs 8.4 overall), the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) offers the better value for the money, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) review and ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) and the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) | Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.3 | 8.4 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $1,449 ✓ | $1,499 |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno (integrated) | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5x | 16GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage | 512GB | 1000GB ✓ |
| Display | 13.8" IPS (PixelSense) | 14" OLED |
| Brightness | 596 nits ✓ | 396 nits |
| Battery (web) | 16 h ✓ | 15.6 h |
| Weight | 1.34 kg | 1.2 kg ✓ |
| Geekbench multi | 13,200 ✓ | 11,200 |
| Gaming (1080p) | 16 fps | 32 fps ✓ |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) scores 8.4 versus 8.3 for the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the cheaper option at $1,449. Choose based on the use cases below: the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) leads overall, while the Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) or the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025)?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) scores 8.4 versus 8.3 for the Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the cheaper option at $1,449. Choose based on the use cases below: the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) leads overall, while the Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the better choice for multimedia.
Which is better for programming?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the better choice for programming.
Which is better for travel?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the better choice for travel.
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