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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you require more storage and better performance for tasks like photo editing or casual gaming, the Acer Aspire 5 with its Intel i5 processor and ample storage would be a suitable option, although it is less portable and more expensive. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook Go is more budget-friendly and lighter, making it highly portable, but offers less storage and is equipped with a less powerful Intel Celeron processor, which is fine for everyday tasks like web browsing and document editing but less suitable for intensive applications. Neither laptop is ideal for intensive gaming or high-demand engineering software. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 5 17
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
- Good overall build quality
Key differences
General Use
7.3
5.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
266.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The Acer Aspire 5 17 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 17 offers better performance for general use with a more powerful Intel i5 CPU and double the RAM compared to the ASUS Vivobook Go 15's Intel Celeron CPU and lower RAM, leading to smoother multitasking and faster operation. Additionally, the Acer's larger screen with higher quality IPS display provides more vivid colors and better viewing angles, while the ASUS's smaller storage and less robust TN panel contribute to its poorer assessment for general use despite being more portable with its lighter weight and smaller size.
Gaming and AI
6.2
5.5
3.7/10
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
7.5/10
The Acer Aspire 5 17 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 17 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications because it has a more capable GPU in the form of the Intel Iris Xe, whereas the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 falls short for these tasks with its less powerful Intel UHD Graphics 600. Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, but the Aspire's better GPU and its higher-quality IPS screen compared to the Vivobook's TN panel make the Aspire a fair choice for gaming, while the Vivobook is considered poor.
Engineering and Design
6.7
5.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Acer Aspire 5 17 is only fair for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 17 is better suited for engineering and design tasks due to its superior Intel i5 processor, ample RAM, and integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, while also showcasing a quality IPS display for clearer images. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a weaker Intel Celeron processor, less RAM, basic Intel UHD Graphics, and uses a lower-quality TN panel which makes it less capable for demanding applications and visualization of detailed designs.
Content Creation
7.2
5.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Acer Aspire 5 17 is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
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
7.2
5.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Acer Aspire 5 17 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
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
5.2
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
266.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Acer Aspire 5 17 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Aspire 5 17 offers a balance for general use with adequate resolution and brightness, making text and images sufficiently clear, but it lacks the wide color gamut and high refresh rates desired for engineering and gaming respectively. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook Go 15's screen falls short in brightness and resolution, leading to a less vibrant and crisp display for any use, and the absence of a wide color range and high refresh rate makes it even less suitable for design work and gaming. Both laptops don't meet the high standards required for specialized tasks like engineering designs and 3D gaming, where precise colors and fluid motion are critical.
Portability
Good
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and Acer Aspire 5 17 both have good portability, though the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$700
$240
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Acer Aspire 5 17 has a price of $700 and the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 costs $240.
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Key similarities
Battery
7.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 17 has 7 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 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 Go 15 to have good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 5 17 has 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 17 and the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Aspire 5 17 | ASUS Vivobook Go 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$700 | $240 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 10.1'' x 0.71'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.61 lbs | 3.46 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.83" | 14.18" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.1" | 9.31" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50.3 Wh | 42 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 266 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.3/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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 | 480p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Marcus Schwarten | March 2021
"The Acer Aspire 5 17 laptop shows the expected strengths in the test. Besides the usual high build quality, the configuration convinces in most benchmarks and tests. The combination of CPU, GPU, and RAM is absolutely sufficient for the everyday office and browsing tasks of a laptop. It also renders the odd game passably if the requirements aren't too high. We liked the matte display in the test as well as the fairly manageable dimensions despite the screen size. It can also be used outdoors, even if it's certainly not a laptop designed for mobility."
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Josh Brown | January 2024
"The Asus Vivobook Go 15 is a good option if you’re looking for one device to tackle a bunch of smaller problems. For simple school studies, portable evening entertainment or distractions, and getting household admin or light office workloads out of the way, it’s a great little package with respectable battery life, and a great contender for the advent of cloud gaming."
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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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