The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition, typically more expensive, is geared towards intensive gaming with superior performance, especially in 3D rendering and engineering tasks, thanks to its higher-end CPU and GPU. However, it's heavier and has a bulkier design, making it less portable. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook 15X, usually less expensive, offers good general performance for everyday tasks and has a lighter, more portable design. Although it has enough power for routine activities, its lower specs make it less suitable for demanding gaming, 3D rendering or intensive engineering software. If budget and lightweight design are your priorities and your computing needs are moderate, the Vivobook 15X may suffice; if you require robust performance for more resource-intensive activities and don't mind the extra weight and cost, consider the ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
Good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
283.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use, though the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers superior performance for general use due to its high-end CPU and double the RAM of the ASUS Vivobook 15X, contributing to faster and more efficient multitasking; both have quality IPS screens, but the G15’s higher refresh rate improves visual smoothness. However, the G15 is less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the lightweight Vivobook 15X, which may be more suitable for users prioritizing mobility and longer use away from power sources.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
6.3/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition excels in engineering and design due to its powerful CPU, ample RAM, high-end GPU, and superior screen quality offering high color accuracy and contrast, essential for detail-oriented tasks. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook 15X, with a less powerful CPU and GPU, lower RAM, and screen with reduced color coverage and contrast, offers a more budget-friendly option with reasonable capability for less demanding engineering and design work, and higher portability due to its lighter weight.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.1/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for content creation, though the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
7.9/10
6.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize screen quality for general computing tasks, keep in mind that the ASUS ROG Strix G15 offers a well-balanced display with good resolution and brightness, which ensures a crisp and clear visual experience for everyday activities. For engineering and design work, where accurate color representation matters, this laptop also provides a wide color gamut, essential for precision in detailed projects. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rate on the ROG Strix G15's display may not be as smooth as desired, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X presents similar challenges with only fair screen quality in both general use and engineering, along with a refresh rate that is not optimal for high-speed gaming and 3D rendering.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and ASUS Vivobook 15X both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$525
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a price of $1,500 and the ASUS Vivobook 15X costs $525.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition to be good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X 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
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the ASUS Vivobook 15X compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G15, as the first in a line of "AMD Advantage"-branded notebooks, is a statement that yes, you can get a premium AMD gaming notebook. Maybe you can't have it all, but you can get pretty close. The ROG Strix G15's combination of the AMD Ryzen 5900HX and Radeon RX 6800M, as well as other technologies that take advantage of them, make a potent, thin gaming machine. Powerful Dolby Atmos speakers and long battery life when you aren't gaming are nice bonuses."
"All in all, my day on the Vivobook had its ups and downs. It is a really pretty and well-built device, and it had all of the functionality I needed to get me through my browser-based workload. But the speakers weren’t my favorite, and the battery life was just too short."
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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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