Does the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA403, 2024) work with Linux?

Mostly: it runs after one or two known fixes (checked on Arch). Best-supported gaming model here thanks to the asus-linux.org project: asusctl and supergfxctl handle GPU modes and the Advanced Optimus MUX.

What does the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA403, 2024) cost?

RRP is about 2200 USD (2499 EUR in the EU); street price is often lower.

Is the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA403, 2024) good for creative work?

For creative work we score it 7/10 on value and 6/10 on performance.

How heavy is the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA403, 2024)?

1.48 kg (3.26 lb). That's manageable for occasional travel.

What's the battery life like?

A 73 Wh pack, around 6 hours real-world mixed use. We score battery 6/10.

Can I upgrade the RAM or storage?

RAM is soldered, so the 32 GB it ships with is the RAM it dies with. Storage starts at 1024 GB on this configuration.

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ASUS · 2024

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA403, 2024)

Name: ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA403, 2024)
Brand: ASUS
SKU: ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA403, 2024)
Price: 2200 USD
Availability: InStock

GA403, 2024

A 1.48 kg OLED ultrabook that games and the best-supported gaming laptop on Linux, but the 90W RTX 4070 throttles to 4060 levels and battery is only about 6 hours.

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Best for creative work programming gaming
Linux: minor fixes

Compiled & edited by Dennis de Kruijf · updated 2026-05-18 · how we rate

Scorecard

7.5 / 10

Mean of six category scores, 0 to 10. Compiled from public sources. How we rate.

Strongest on display and build, with no category below average.

Battery 6/10
Display 9/10
Build 9/10
Keyboard 8/10
Speed 6/10
Value 7/10

Worth knowing

Stands out

OLED display, deep contrast
Bright 424-nit screen, readable in sunlight
120Hz screen, smoother motion
Wide 100% P3 colour, creative-grade

Watch for

NVIDIA needs the proprietary driver on Linux
RAM is soldered, no upgrade later

Compare with other laptops

Linux

Linux readiness8.0

Excellent · Best on arch. Confidence: medium · How we score

Linux compatibility, per distro

Arch Minor setup
- Wi-Fi : works
- Bluetooth : works
- Fingerprint : unknown
- Webcam : works
- Audio : works
- Suspend : needs tweak
Best-supported gaming model here thanks to the asus-linux.org project: asusctl and supergfxctl handle GPU modes and the Advanced Optimus MUX. NVIDIA suspend is reliable on X11, still rough on Wayland.
asus-linux.org: setup guide →

See the broader picture in the Linux compatibility hub, the full compatibility matrix, and the buying guides.

Specs

Specifications for ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14
CPU	AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS
GPU	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop (90W)
RAM	32 GB (soldered, not upgradeable)
Storage	1 TB
Screen	14" 2880x1800 @ 120Hz, 424 nitsbright enough for sunlight, smoother scrolling and motion
Weight	1.48 kglight for daily carry
Battery	73 Wh, around 6 h real-world

Common questions

Does the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA403, 2024) work with Linux?: Mostly: it runs after one or two known fixes (checked on Arch). Best-supported gaming model here thanks to the asus-linux.org project: asusctl and supergfxctl handle GPU modes and the Advanced Optimus MUX.
What does the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA403, 2024) cost?: RRP is about 2200 USD (2499 EUR in the EU); street price is often lower.
Is the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA403, 2024) good for creative work?: For creative work we score it 7/10 on value and 6/10 on performance.
How heavy is the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA403, 2024)?: 1.48 kg (3.26 lb). That's manageable for occasional travel.
What's the battery life like?: A 73 Wh pack, around 6 hours real-world mixed use. We score battery 6/10.
Can I upgrade the RAM or storage?: RAM is soldered, so the 32 GB it ships with is the RAM it dies with. Storage starts at 1024 GB on this configuration.