Considering your options, if performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering is a priority, and you also value a high-quality screen with vibrant colors for general use or creative tasks, the Apple MacBook Air (2022) is an excellent choice despite its higher cost. It offers better build quality and silent operation due to its fanless design. It's lightweight, making it easily portable, with a longer battery life for on-the-go use. However, if budget is a primary constraint and you mainly need a laptop for less demanding tasks like browsing, document editing, or watching videos, the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is more affordable, has a larger screen, and offers a satisfactory experience for everyday use, though it has lower performance capabilities and screen quality. Keep in mind the Vivobook Go 15 runs Windows 11S, which may limit software installation to only what's available on the Microsoft Store, whereas the MacBook Air runs macOS and can install from various sources. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Air (2022)
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Excellent portability
Excellent battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has no clear advantages over the Apple MacBook Air (2022).
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
5.6/10
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
486.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
15.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
10.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
9.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The Apple MacBook Air stands out for general use with its sharper and higher-quality screen, more powerful Apple M2 CPU, double the RAM, and lightweight design but costs more, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 offers lower performance due to its basic Celeron processor, less RAM, and lower quality TN display, though it is more affordable. Additionally, the MacBook Air boasts a longer battery life, further enhancing its portability and user experience for general tasks beyond those achievable with the Vivobook Go 15.
Gaming and AI
6.4/10
5.5/10
4.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The MacBook Air (2022) is better suited for 3D applications due to its superior GPU which significantly outperforms the ASUS Vivobook Go 15's GPU, with the added benefit of higher screen pixel density for crisper images. However, despite its better performance in 3D, the MacBook Air's disadvantage for gaming stems from the limited compatibility of many popular games with macOS, whereas the Vivobook, while not optimized for gaming or 3D, may still run a wider range of games available on Windows.
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
5.4/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
4.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) is well-suited for engineering and design tasks due to its powerful Apple M2 chip, higher RAM, advanced GPU, and high-resolution IPS screen, leading to superior performance and better screen quality which are very important in such applications.
Content Creation
7.9/10
5.7/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) 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
8.0/10
5.9/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
10.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) is very 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
7.6/10
5.2/10
13.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1664
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
486.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Air has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 for general use, AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize a clear and vibrant display for everyday activities, the MacBook Air's higher resolution and brightness provide a better visual experience than the Vivobook Go 15. For tasks like engineering and design that demand true color representation, the MacBook Air's wider color gamuts make it a superior choice. However, for 3D applications where smooth motion is key, the MacBook Air falls short due to its lower refresh rate, making it less ideal for such use despite better resolution and panel technology compared to the Vivobook Go 15.
Battery
15.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Air has 15 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.
Portability
Excellent
Good
13.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.4in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.0/10
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) has best in class build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$899
$240
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Apple MacBook Air (2022) has a price of $899 and the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 costs $240.
"The Apple MacBook Air M2 Entry is a very good, but too expensive daily MacBook. The new MacBook Air M2 is undoubtedly once again a very good mobile companion, but we are still a little bit disappointed on a very high level, which is definitely connected with the increased price point. The new chassis is extremely slim and the front edge is no problem during typing, but the bezels are pretty wide for a modern device and in addition with the vertical space required for the notch, the new Air has larger footprint than some Windows rivals."
"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 Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
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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