ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) vs ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) scores 8.4 versus 7.2 for the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) is the cheaper option at $1,299. Choose based on the use cases below: the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) leads overall, while the TUF Gaming A15 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) (Geekbench multi 11,600 vs 11,200).
- Longer battery: ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) (15.6h vs 7.4h web).
- Lighter: ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) (1.2 kg vs 2.2 kg).
- Display: OLED (ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025)) vs IPS (ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025)).
- Cheaper: ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) (saves about $200 CAD).
Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) vs TUF Gaming A15 (2025): Full Breakdown
Performance: the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 11,600 against 11,200 for the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) — roughly 4% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) averaged 104 FPS versus 32 FPS. The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) lasts longer away from a charger, running 15.6 hours in our web-browsing test versus 7.4 hours. The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is also easier to carry at 1.2 kg versus 2.2 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) uses a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz), while the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) has a 15.6-inch IPS panel (1920 x 1080, 144Hz). The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) measured brighter at 396 nits, and covered 99% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $200 less than the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025). Weighed against our test scores (8.4 vs 7.2 overall), the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (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 ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) review and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) and the TUF Gaming A15 (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) | TUF Gaming A15 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.4 ✓ | 7.2 |
| Price (CAD) | $1,499 | $1,299 ✓ |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS |
| GPU | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (115W) |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5x | 16GB DDR5 |
| Storage | 1000GB | 1000GB |
| Display | 14" OLED | 15.6" IPS |
| Brightness | 396 nits ✓ | 312 nits |
| Battery (web) | 15.6 h ✓ | 7.4 h |
| Weight | 1.2 kg ✓ | 2.2 kg |
| Geekbench multi | 11,200 | 11,600 ✓ |
| Gaming (1080p) | 32 fps | 104 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 7.2 for the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) is the cheaper option at $1,299. Choose based on the use cases below: the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) leads overall, while the TUF Gaming A15 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) or the TUF Gaming A15 (2025)?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) scores 8.4 versus 7.2 for the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (2025) is the cheaper option at $1,299. Choose based on the use cases below: the Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) leads overall, while the TUF Gaming A15 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2025) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (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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