To make an informed decision between the ASUS Zenbook S 13 and the Maypug 15" Laptop, consider the following tradeoffs. The Zenbook S 13, while more expensive, likely offers a slimmer, lighter design and potentially better performance—useful for demanding tasks or if you value mobility. On the other hand, the Maypug, likely less costly, may provide a larger screen and more modest performance, suitable for general use and if you prioritize budget over power. Battery life will also vary, with the Zenbook possibly lasting longer but also costing more. Reflect on your key needs: portability, performance for advanced tasks, screen size, and budget before deciding. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook S 13
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Best in class portability
Very good battery life
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook S 13.
Key differences
General Use
8.6/10
5.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
365.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
9.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 is very good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
5.6/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 offers better gaming and 3D capabilities mainly due to its Intel Iris Xe GPU, which provides more power for graphics-intensive tasks compared to the Maypug 15" Laptop's Intel UHD Graphics. While both have similar screen refresh rates, the superior GPU and the Zenbook's better screen quality contribute to a more equipped setup for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
5.6/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 excels in engineering and design due to its high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and superior screen quality, ideal for intensive tasks and visualization, whereas the Maypug 15" Laptop is limited by its basic CPU, minimal RAM, and lower quality display, hindering complex engineering software operations and detailed design work. Additionally, the Zenbook offers better portability, keyboard, and sound quality, contributing to a more efficient and enjoyable user experience than the Maypug, which, however, has quieter operating noise.
Content Creation
8.5/10
5.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 is very good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop 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
8.3/10
5.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 is very good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop 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
8.1/10
5.7/10
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
365.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has a high-resolution screen with strong brightness and a panel type that produces clear and vivid images, making it suitable for tasks like web browsing, document editing, and video streaming. For engineering and design work, its display covers a wide range of colors, ensuring accuracy and vibrancy in graphics-intensive applications. However, its lower refresh rate limits its appeal for 3D gaming, where smoother motion from higher refresh rates is essential for an optimal experience.
Battery
11.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has 11 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop 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.
Portability
Best in Class
Good
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.4in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has best in class portability, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6/10
5.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,400
$600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has a price of $1,400 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
"The Asus Zenbook S 13 is the slimmest OLED ultrabook worldwide struggles with annoying fans. The new Zenbook S 13 leaves us with mixed feelings, particularly since last year's model was so good. Asus has completely reworked the device, making the laptop noticeably slimmer. The result also looks good and the case makes a great impression, particularly also in terms of the stability. The new plasma ceramic surface feels great, and there are no problems with fingerprints. In addition, it now includes some of the known connections such as an HDMI port and a regular USB-A connection, which is a good achievement in such a slim device."
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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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