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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you want a laptop with better performance for tasks like 3D rendering or intricate calculations and don't mind spending more, the Acer Aspire Vero 15 is the superior choice. It boasts higher-powered internals, more memory, and extra storage. However, it's slightly heavier, which may impact its portability. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook 17 is more affordable and features a larger screen. It's suited for general use and its lighter weight makes it easier to carry around, but it has less power and storage capacity, making it less ideal for demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire Vero 15
- Good for software development
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
- The ASUS Vivobook 17 has no clear advantages over the Acer Aspire Vero 15.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
6.2
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
264.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
263.0 nits
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 17 for software development.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and ASUS Vivobook 17 offer sufficient resolution and brightness suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming, which is why they're adequate for general use. However, for engineering and design, professionals need accurate colors and wider color gamuts, and these laptops may not meet the high standards required for precise color work due to their moderate color coverage. When it comes to gaming and 3D tasks, their lack of high refresh rates can lead to less smooth visuals, which is critical for fast-paced games and smooth 3D rendering, making their screen quality less desirable for these activities.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and ASUS Vivobook 17 both have good portability, though the Acer Aspire Vero 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$665
$432
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has a price of $665 and the ASUS Vivobook 17 costs $432.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.3
7.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
264.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
263.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.2/10
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for general use.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is preferred for general use thanks to its higher-performing CPU and double the RAM, which are crucial for multitasking and overall speed, along with a better portability score, indicating it's easier to carry around. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook 17, while offering a larger screen, has a less powerful processor and less RAM, which might slow down performance, and despite its slightly longer battery life, it's heavier and bulkier, making it less convenient for frequent travel.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.0
3.7/10
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
9.5/10
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and the ASUS Vivobook 17 both offer adequate graphics processing units for gaming and 3D applications, but may not handle the most demanding games at high settings. While the Acer's smaller screen might have a higher refresh rate suitable for smoother gameplay, the ASUS's larger screen could offer more immersive visuals despite a potentially lower refresh rate, with both having sufficient CPUs and decent screen quality.
Engineering and Design
6.6
6.3
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is equipped with a more powerful Intel i7 processor, double the RAM, and superior Iris Xe graphics compared to the ASUS Vivobook 17's Intel i3 processor, lower RAM, and basic UHD graphics, making it better suited for demanding engineering and design tasks.
Content Creation
7.2
7.0
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for content creation.
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
7.1
6.9
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Aspire Vero 15 to be good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 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.
Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 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 Vero 15 and ASUS Vivobook 17 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 Vero 15 and the ASUS Vivobook 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire Vero 15 | ASUS Vivobook 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$665 | $432 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | 15.7'' x 9.9'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 4.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 15.72" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 9.89" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1195G7 | Intel i3-1220P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 48 Wh | 50 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 264 nits | 263 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
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 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Acer Aspire Vero 15
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PCWorld
Matt Elliott | October 2021
"The Acer Aspire Vero is an eco-friendly Windows 11 laptop. Made with PCR plastic, the Acer Aspire Vero stands out from the midrange laptop pack with a funky, eco-friendly design. Powering Microsoft’s latest operating system is a Core i7 chip from Intel’s latest series, integrated Intel Xe graphics, and an ample 16GB of RAM. The laptop feels snappy, but its battery life disappoints. I also have a few quibbles with the display and keyboard, but they’re relatively minor. With a longer runtime, the Aspire Vero would earn a stronger recommendation for students or anyone looking for an eco-friendly, big-screen laptop."
ASUS Vivobook 17
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Marvin Gollor | May 2022
"The ASUS Vivobook 17 is an affordable 17-inch laptop with passive cooling. On one hand, you get a really quiet and cool work device with a good system performance, many connections, good maintenance options, speakers acceptable for multimedia enjoyment, and a sharp and clear matte FHD IPS display with the Asus VivoBook 17 (F712JA). On the other hand, the USB-C port lacks Power Delivery and DisplayPort, and the display, a higher brightness and better color space coverage."
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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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