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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize screen size and don't mind spending a little more, the Acer Aspire 5 with its larger display could be more comfortable for multitasking and media consumption. Conversely, the ASUS Vivobook 14 is typically more budget-friendly, potentially lighter, and could provide better portability for on-the-go use. Keep in mind that performance, battery life, and build quality often vary between models, so consider whether you require a stronger performance for tasks like video editing or gaming, which may justify the Acer's higher price, or if general use and basic computing are your main needs, in which case the ASUS might be more economical. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 5 15
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.5
6.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
275.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 offers greater multitasking capabilities and smoother performance with more RAM and a slightly more powerful CPU than the ASUS Vivobook 14, which is also reflected in its higher resolution and screen quality, making it well-suited for a wide range of tasks. However, the ASUS Vivobook 14 is lighter and thus more portable, and it still maintains a decent display and CPU performance, but with less RAM and a smaller battery, which may affect prolonged use without charging.
Software Development
7.3
6.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
6.2
6.3
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
275.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 14 for software development, and content creation.
Both the Acer Aspire 5 and ASUS Vivobook 14 have screens that are suitable for everyday tasks due to their adequate resolution and brightness, providing a comfortable viewing experience for activities like browsing and document editing. However, for engineering and design, professionals may find these laptops lacking as they do not offer the wide color gamuts necessary for precise color work. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the relatively lower refresh rates of these laptops' displays do not match the needs of fast-paced visuals, leading to less smooth gameplay and less satisfying 3D rendering.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.0
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and ASUS Vivobook 14 are considered fair for gaming and 3D because they both have integrated Intel Iris Xe GPUs which provide decent graphics performance but are not top-of-the-line for demanding games and 3D applications. Additionally, they both have screens with a 60Hz refresh rate, which is adequate for casual gaming but might not be as smooth for fast-paced games that benefit from higher refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
6.6
6.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is better suited for engineering and design tasks as it comes with more RAM and a slightly more powerful CPU compared to the ASUS Vivobook 14, which are crucial for running complex software efficiently. Additionally, the Acer's larger screen enhances detailed work and provides a better overall experience for demanding tasks, even though the ASUS might have a slight edge in portability and has a better speaker quality.
Content Creation
7.3
6.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Aspire 5 15 to be good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Battery
7.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Build Quality
6.5
7.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook 14 to have good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$479
$480
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a price of $479 and the ASUS Vivobook 14 costs $480.
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How the Acer Aspire 5 15 and the ASUS Vivobook 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 5 15 | ASUS Vivobook 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$479 | $480 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | 12.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.21" | 12.79" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 8.42" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel i5-1235U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50 Wh | 42 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 275 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Sascha Mölck | November 2022
"The Acer Aspire 5 15 is a good value office laptop with reasonable battery life. The combination of slim exterior, relatively low weight (approx. 1.7 kg) and 8 hour real-life battery runtime makes the Acer Aspire a truly mobile laptop. The modest Tiger Lake processor supports this area and simultaneously ensures an affordable price point. The Aspire produces little noise and stays cool. The screen (FHD, IPS) might not win any prizes but is entirely appropriate for the price."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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