Updated 1 Nov 2026
Is the ASUS Vivobook S14 (M3407) worth it?
Yes — a sensible everyday laptop; get an OLED build if you can.
It weighs about 1.3kg, opens flat to 180 degrees and has a comfortable keyboard with 1.7mm of travel, a Copilot key and USB-C charging, so a phone charger or power bank can top it up. The AMD Ryzen chips handle lots of tabs and office apps easily but aren't for heavy video editing or games. Builds vary: the newer OLED models have rich colour and lasted more than 20 hours in one test, while a reviewer with the older IPS screen got only 6 to 7 hours of mixed use. The speakers are thin, there's no SD card slot, and the screen runs at 60Hz.
Good to know
- The IPS models' battery lasts only a working day at best.
- The speakers lack volume and depth.
- No SD card slot, and the screen is 60Hz.
- Model names and builds are confusing, so check the screen and chip before buying.
- Slim metal body, about 1.3kg
- Comfortable 1.7mm-travel keyboard
- USB-C charging
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Get it if…
- You want a solid Windows laptop for work or study under £800.
- You'd like an OLED screen for films and photos.
- You often charge from a power bank or a USB-C charger.
Skip it if…
- You play games or edit video.
- You need an SD card slot.
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How we reached this verdict
Profesional Review tested the 2026 model and found its OLED screen good enough for design work and its battery able to run for more than 20 hours, calling it a balanced daily work laptop, though it misses an SD reader and isn't for games. Republic World liked its light, understated build, 180-degree hinge, 1.7mm keyboard and USB-C charging with a Ryzen AI 7 350, but got only 6 to 7 hours of mixed use and found the speakers weak. No verified owner reviews we can read yet.
We compared independent expert reviews with the manufacturer's specifications, then checked it's sold at a major retailer where you live. We don't test products ourselves.
Sources: Profesional Review, Republic World, ASUS, Tom's Guide, Tom's Hardware, IT Pro, Notebookcheck, manufacturer specifications.
Updated 1 Nov 2026How we decide