Asus Zenbook Space Edition UX5401ZAS-KN521WS Laptop (12th Gen Core i5/ 16GB/ 512GB SSD/ Win11 Home)

Overview

Reviewed by Priyanka Singh · Senior Consumer-Tech Editor

The Asus Zenbook Space Edition UX5401ZAS-KN521WS Laptop (12th Gen Core i5/ 16GB/ 512GB SSD/ Win11 Home) is Asus's take on a value-focused laptop, built around ram of 16 GB LPDDR5, display of 14 inches, resolution of 2880 x 1800 pixels.. For everyday work, study and light multitasking it should feel responsive. On the other side, heavy creators or gamers will want to check the graphics and thermals before committing. Below you'll find the full specifications, live prices across stores, our editor's verdict, and a quality-checked refurbished alternative that can get you the same specs for noticeably less. If you value getting more for your money, the refurbished route is worth a serious look before buying new.

Full Specifications

Price	₹ 105,809
RAM	16 GB LPDDR5
Display	14 inches
Series	Zenbook Space edition
Model	UX5401ZAS-KN521WS
Utility	Performance
Device Type	Ultrabook
Os	Windows 11 Home (64-bit)
Dimensions	311.2 x 221.1 x 15.9 mm
Weight	1.4 kg
Warranty	1 year Warranty
Touch	Yes
Resolution	2880 x 1800 pixels
Ppi	~ 243 PPI
Anti Glare Screen	Yes
Ethernet	No
Wifi	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 ax)
Bluetooth	v5.2
Usb Ports	1 x USB 3.0
Hdmi	1 x HDMI 2.0b Port
Microphone In	Yes
Headphone Jack	Yes
Input Camera	Yes
Input Keyboard	Backlit Chiclet Keyboard, Yes
Input Keyboard Backlit	Yes
Input Touchpad	Yes
Input Inbuilt Microphone	Built-in Array Microphone
Input Speakers	Built-in Speaker
Input Optical Drive	No
Processor Processor	12th Gen Intel Core i5 12500H
Processor Speed	4 x 2.5 GHz (Turbo Speed upto 4.5 GHz) Performance Cores 8 x 1.8 GHz (Turbo Speed upto 3.3 GHz) Efficient Cores
Processor Cores	12 Cores (4P + 8E), 16 Threads
Processor Cache	18 MB
Processor Brand	Intel
Processor Series	Core i5
Processor Model	12500H
Processor Generation	12th Gen
Graphics Gpu	Intel Integrated Iris Xe
Graphics Brand	Intel
Solid State Drive	512 GB SSD
Battery	63 Wh, 3 Cell Battery
Included Software	Microsoft Office Home & Student 2021
Sales Package	Laptop, Power Adaptor, Battery, Warranty Documents, User Guide
Type	OLED
Aspect Ratio	16:10
Features	LED Backlit, 0.2ms Response Time, 90 Hz Refresh Rate, 550nits Peak Brightness, 100% DCI-P3 Color Gamut, Contrast Ratio: 1000000:1, Color Depth: 1.07 Billion, Glossy Display, 70% Less Harmful Blue Light, SGS Eye Care Display, Screen-to-Body Ratio: 92%
Security Lock Port	Function key lock
Input Sound	Harman/kardon (Premium)
Adapter Type	100W Type-C Adapter
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes
Other Features	63WHrs, 3S1P, 3-cell Li-ion, with Cortana and Alexa voice-recognition support
Processor Process Node	10 nm
Card Reader	1 x MicroSD Card Reader

Editor Verdict

4.0/5

Editorial rating

“A strong all-rounder that covers the essentials well; the refurbished option makes it even better value.”

Value for Money 4.5

Performance 4.5

Boot & App Speed 3.5

Display 4.0

Battery Backup 4.0

Build Quality 4.0

Priyanka Singh Senior Consumer-Tech Editor

Priyanka Singh has spent 8+ years reviewing consumer electronics in India, hands-on testing laptops, phones and TVs for real-world value. She focuses on what a device actually delivers for the price — and whether a refurbished unit is the smarter buy.

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Processor	12th Gen Intel Core i5 12500H	11th Gen Intel Core i7 1165G7	12th Gen Intel Core i7 1260P
RAM	16 GB LPDDR5	16 GB LPDDR4X	16 GB LPDDR5
Storage	512 GB SSD	512 GB SSD	512 GB SSD
Display	14 inches	17 inches	14 inches
Graphics	Intel Integrated Iris Xe	Intel Iris Xe Graphics	Intel Iris Xe Graphics
OS	Windows 11 Home (64-bit)	Windows 11 Home (64-bit)	Windows 11 Home (64-bit)