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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming or tasks that require a more powerful graphics card such as 3D rendering or engineering applications, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 might better suit your needs. However, it's heavier and bulkier, thus less convenient to carry around, and its battery life is shorter than the Vivobook's. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, with its high-resolution OLED display, is excellent for tasks requiring visual accuracy, like photo editing, and it's lighter making it more portable with a longer battery life. If you're looking for a more recent and lighter device for everyday use and media consumption, the Vivobook would be a better fit. Both have the same amount of storage and RAM, but the Vivobook offers Windows 11 Home out of the box, while the Strix G15 comes with Windows 10 Home. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good battery life
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.6
8.2
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 with its AMD Ryzen 9 processor, Nvidia RTX GPU, and high-refresh-rate IPS screen excels in engineering and design tasks, although it's heavier and not as easy to carry around. The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, while lighter and more portable, also performs well with an Intel i9 processor and Iris Xe graphics, and its OLED screen provides superior color accuracy and contrast for design work, though it lacks a dedicated GPU for more demanding 3D tasks.
Content Creation
7.7
8.2
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good.
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
7.9
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for software development, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is somewhat better.
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
7.1
8.9
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
284.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
600.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED boasts an OLED display, which generally provides better color accuracy and contrast, making it excellent for tasks that require precise colors such as engineering and design, as well as providing a vibrant and sharp experience for general use. However, the display likely does not offer a high refresh rate, which is crucial for a smooth gaming and 3D applications experience, thus it is considered poor for these tasks. On the other hand, the ASUS ROG Strix G15, while still delivering good screen quality for general use and accurate colors for engineering and design, may have a standard LCD screen with less outstanding color representation compared to the OLED screen of the Vivobook, impacting its performance for those specific tasks.
Battery
5.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and ASUS ROG Strix G15 both have good portability, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.2
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G15 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,249
$990
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a price of $1,249 and the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED costs $990.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
284.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
600.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 offers strong performance with a high-end CPU and sufficient RAM for demanding tasks, though it's heavier and has shorter battery life which might be less convenient for on-the-go use. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, with a high-quality OLED screen, promises better portability and longer battery life with comparable CPU and RAM, making it more suitable for users prioritizing screen quality and mobility.
Gaming and AI
7.0
6.7
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G15 to be good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G15 | ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,249 | $990 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.92'' | 14.2'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.15" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.2" | 9.03" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX | Intel i9-13900H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1620 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 284 nits | 600 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | No Webcam | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Marius Schell | February 2021
"The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is a successful high-performance 15-inch laptop. The Asus ROG Strix impresses with an elaborate design and fast hardware. The latter can unleash its potential well in the large 15-inch case and achieve a decent performance boost compared to the previous generation. Especially the stunning 300 Hz display as well as the RTX 3070 and its generous TDP give gamers their money's worth. Asus didn't neglect seemingly small details, either, such as the keyboard and the maintenance options. The ROG Strix G15 offers a lot of pure performance and excellent workmanship in a 15-inch format, but connectivity leaves something to be desired."
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Darragh Murphy | November 2022
"The Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED excels as a capable work machine at an affordable price. It offers commendable performance, thanks to its 12th Gen Intel chip, delivers quality on-screen entertainment with its 15.6-inch OLED display, and can (kind of) get you through a full day of work. Oh, and its special Asus Antibacterial Guard is a nice touch for those who like a clean laptop."
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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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