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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize performance and are willing to invest more, the Acer Aspire 5 with its higher storage capacity and more robust processor is well-suited for intensive tasks and multitasking. However, the Asus Vivobook Go is more affordable and lighter, making it ideal for everyday tasks and increased portability, although it may be less suitable for demanding applications due to its lower storage and less powerful processor. The Acer's battery is also larger, which could translate to longer usage times, but it is a heavier device, which could be a downside if you carry your laptop often. 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 Go 14
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.5
6.2
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
6.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 offers more memory and a stronger processor compared to the ASUS Vivobook Go 14, providing a more fluid experience for general use; it also has a larger screen with higher brightness, improving visibility and productivity. However, the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 excels in portability due to its smaller size and lighter weight, making it a more convenient option for frequent travelers, although it may deliver a less powerful performance with less screen space.
Engineering and Design
6.6
5.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.1/10
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is only fair for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.3
6.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 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.
Software Development
7.3
6.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 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
6.2
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 Go 14 for software development, and content creation.
When selecting a laptop for general use, both the Acer Aspire 5 and the ASUS Vivobook Go provide adequate screen resolution and brightness for typical tasks like web browsing and document editing, though they may not offer the premium display qualities of higher-end models. For engineering and design purposes, their screen quality is acceptable, allowing for decent representation of color but lacking the wide color gamuts required for precise color work in professional photo editing or graphic design. However, gamers and 3D designers would find the screens of these laptops lacking due to their standard refresh rates, which lead to less fluid motion and responsiveness compared to specialized gaming laptops with higher refresh rates.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has very good portability, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$479
$450
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a price of $479 and the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 costs $450.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.1
5.7
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
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
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Aspire 5 15 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a better GPU with Intel Iris Xe graphics, contributing to fair performance in gaming and 3D applications, whereas the ASUS Vivobook Go 14's AMD Radeon 610M is less capable, resulting in poor gaming and 3D performance. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates and quality, but the Acer's superior GPU and a better CPU make it more suitable for these tasks.
Battery
7.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook Go 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
6.5
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and ASUS Vivobook Go 14 both have only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Acer Aspire 5 15 and the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 5 15 | ASUS Vivobook Go 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$479 | $450 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 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 | 3.04 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.21" | 12.78" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 8.42" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | AMD Ryzen 3 7320U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
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 | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
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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Acer Aspire 5 15
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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."
ASUS Vivobook Go 14
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Danny D'Cruze | March 2023
"The lack of a backlit keyboard in this price segment shouldn't sway the buyer the other way. However, it still comes down to user preference. The Vivobook Go 14 is a decent laptop in an extremely competitive price segment. A few omissions are a part of the balancing to reach the price segment. The Asus Vivobook Go 14 is a rare find when it comes to the price to performance ratio."
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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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