Specifications

Processor:

• Intel 12th Gen Core i3‑1215U (6‑core: 2 performance + 4 efficiency cores; up to ~4.4 GHz Turbo)

Memory:

• 4 GB DDR4‑3200 MHz RAM (likely single‑channel, on‑board, not user‑upgradeable)

Storage:

• 512 GB M.2 NVMe SSD (PCIe 3.0/4.0 depending on region)

Graphics:

• Intel UHD Graphics (integrated)

Display:

• 14″ Full HD (1920×1080), anti-glare LCD, ~250 nits brightness, 45 % NTSC color gamut, 60 Hz refresh, TÜV Rheinland certified for low blue light

Webcam & Audio:

• 720p HD webcam with privacy shutter

• SonicMaster stereo speakers and built‑in array microphone

Connectivity:

• Wi‑Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3 (region-dependent; may use MediaTek module)

• Ports: 1× USB‑C (3.2 Gen 1), 2× USB‑A (3.2 Gen 1), 1× USB‑A (2.0), HDMI 1.4, 3.5 mm combo audio jack, barrel-style DC‑in power connector

Battery & Power:

• 42 Wh 3‑cell battery

• 45 W AC adapter (fast charging not supported)

Build & Dimensions:

• Weight ~1.4 kg, size roughly 325 × 214 × 18 mm (0.7 cm thick)

• Durable plastic chassis, MIL‑STD‑810H compliance for basic resistance

• Available in Quiet Blue, Icelight Silver, Terra Cotta, etc.

Software & Extras:

• Ships with Windows 11 Home (in S mode or full version)

• Backlit keyboard, precision touchpad with NumberPad (optional), fingerprint reader (in some SKUs)

Strengths & Limitations

Pros:

• Lightweight and portable (~1.4 kg)

• Solid battery life (~10 hours light use per Consumer Reports)

• Comfortable keyboard and reasonable port selection including USB‑C and HDMI

• Value-for-money entry-level for basic tasks: browsing, office apps, video playback

Cons:

• Only 4 GB RAM: limits multitasking and cannot be expanded

• Low‑grade display: limited brightness (~250 nits), narrow color gamut (~45 % NTSC), poor viewing angles

• Performance modest: suitable for light workflows but sluggish for complex or multitask-heavy use

• Some Wi‑Fi 6E modules (e.g. MediaTek) seen to have connection reliability issues; users reported better stability after upgrading to Intel AX210

• No memory-card reader or boost charging support

Summary Table

Verdict

The X1404ZA with 4 GB / 512 GB is a budget option best suited for light productivity: browsing, documents, video calls. However, the low RAM and average display make multitasking or creative work difficult. If your workload includes heavier usage, consider a larger RAM model (8 GB or 16 GB) or a variant with the Core i5/i7 processor.