GPD Duo VS ASUS Zenbook S14 compared

The GPD Duo laptop features the latest AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, how does it compare to the popular ASUS Zenbook S14 with Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor? Let’s find out in our GPD Duo VS ASUS Zenbook S14 comparison with some technical specifications, followed by CPU-Z and Geekbench benchmarks.

GPD Duo VS ASUS Zenbook S14 technical specifications compared

Lets first take a look at the technical specifications for both the GPD Duo and ASUS Zenbook S14.

Both laptops feature 2.8K displays but of course the Duo has two. The Duo has 5Wh more than the S14 so there is not much difference here. In terms of processor, we see the classic AMD vs Intel, our following benchmarks will decide that battle. We see options of 32GB and 64GB RAM with the Duo, with only 32GB for the S14. Both models have 1TB or 2TB storage options. The GPD Duo sees a lower price range for its configurations compared to the S14.

GPD Duo vs ASUS Zenbook S14 CPU-Z benchmark comparison

The GPD Duo takes a 7% and 13% lead over the ASUS Zenbook S14 in the CPU-Z Single and Multi-core benchmarks.

Geekbench 6 benchmark comparison

In the Geekbench 6 benchmarks we see score differences ranging from 12% up to 27% in favour of the GPD Duo. Good results all round for it.

Geekbench AI benchmark comparison

In the Geekbench AI benchmarks we see score difference from 86% up to 111% which is mainly due to the NPU performance of the HX 370 processor which alone can reach up to 50 TOPS, combined with the CPU it can total 80 TOPS. It is the AI performance we see a very clear winner.

Other device comparisons

Black Myth: Wukong

While the GPD Duo is not a gaming handheld, it can run the latest AAA games very well. In Black Myth: Wukong at 45W TDP we get 117 frames per second on the GPD Duo, and compared with the ASUS Tianxuan Air we get 73 frames per second. That is quite a significant increase in performance.

The GPD Duo and ASUS Zenbook S14 both feature impressive hardware, but there are notable differences in their technical specifications. The GPD Duo sports dual 2.8K OLED displays, while the Zenbook S14 has a single 2.8K OLED display. Both models feature high-end processors, with the GPD Duo equipped with the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and the Zenbook S14 featuring the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H. The Duo also offers more flexibility in RAM options, supporting up to 64GB compared to the Zenbook’s 32GB. Additionally, both models have 1TB and 2TB storage configurations, but the GPD Duo comes at a lower price point, ranging from 11,800 to 12,999 yuan, compared to the Zenbook’s higher range of 14,999 to 16,999 yuan.

In terms of benchmark results, the GPD Duo takes the lead over the ASUS Zenbook S14 in CPU-Z and Geekbench 6 benchmarks. The Duo outperforms the Zenbook S14 by 7% and 13% in CPU-Z’s single-core and multi-core tests, respectively. In Geekbench 6, the GPD Duo also shows a significant advantage, with scores ranging from 12% to 27% higher than the Zenbook S14. When it comes to AI performance, the difference is even more pronounced, with the GPD Duo’s HX 370 processor, featuring a powerful NPU, achieving up to 111% better results compared to the Zenbook S14.

Overall, the GPD Duo is shaping up to be a formidable competitor, especially in terms of performance and price. With its strong showing in benchmarks and dual OLED displays, it’s an exciting product that promises a great experience. We can’t wait to get our hands on it very soon for a full review.

Share your thoughts on the GPD Duo benchmarks

We’d love to hear your thoughts on the benchmark comparisons between the GPD Duo and ASUS Zenbook S14! Do the results align with your expectations, or were there any surprises? Let us know what you think, and feel free to share any other benchmarks you’d like us to include in our upcoming in-depth review of the GPD Duo. Your feedback is always welcome as we aim to make our reviews as thorough and helpful as possible!