The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its higher price, offers powerful performance suited for gaming, 3D work, and intensive tasks; however, it will be heavier and might have shorter battery life. The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is more affordable and lightweight, making it better for general use and portability with longer battery life, but it won't perform as well with demanding software. Choose based on whether you prioritize high-end tasks or portability and battery life with everyday activities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 14
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
6.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
459.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers higher performance with better CPU and RAM suited for demanding tasks, and its screen quality is typically superior for visuals, but it's less portable and has shorter battery life than the ASUS Vivobook Go 14, which is lighter, offers longer battery life for on-the-go use, but has modest performance that's adequate for basic tasks, though less ideal for intensive applications. The Vivobook may have advantages in portability and battery life, but you'll compromise on screen quality and performance, whereas the ROG Strix excels in those areas but at the cost of portability and battery longevity.
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
5.7/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is equipped with a high-end GPU and a screen with a fast refresh rate, making it ideal for gaming and 3D rendering tasks where smooth and detailed visuals are crucial. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a lower-tier GPU and a more standard screen refresh rate, which limits its ability to handle intensive graphics and provide a smooth visual experience in gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
5.9/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is equipped with a powerful CPU, high RAM capacity, advanced GPU, and superior screen quality, essential for demanding engineering tasks and complex design software. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 lacks the high-end specifications necessary for such tasks and is more suited for basic use, despite being more portable and often having quieter operation.
Content Creation
8.4/10
6.5/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
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
6.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 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.
Screen Quality
8.8/10
6.2/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
459.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a high-resolution display with excellent brightness and panel quality, making it ideal for vivid and clear visuals in general use and detailed work in engineering and design; its color accuracy across wide color gamuts ensures precise color representation for professional design tasks. However, its lower refresh rate falls short for gaming and 3D applications, where smooth motion is crucial. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook Go 14's average resolution and brightness provide acceptable but not exceptional screen clarity for general tasks and engineering, but it also lacks the high refresh rate and extensive color gamut coverage needed for optimal gaming, 3D rendering, and color-critical design work.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 8 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 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
Fair
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,599
$450
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has a price of $1,599 and the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 costs $450.
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
"The lack of a backlit keyboard in this price segment shouldn't sway the buyer the other way. However, it still comes down to user preference. The Vivobook Go 14 is a decent laptop in an extremely competitive price segment. A few omissions are a part of the balancing to reach the price segment. The Asus Vivobook Go 14 is a rare find when it comes to the price to performance ratio."
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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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