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If your primary aim is to do intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the ASUS TUF Dash 15, with its NVIDIA RTX 3060 graphics and better performance metrics, is the appropriate choice. However, it's more expensive and has a shorter battery life. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook 17 is less expensive and offers a longer battery life with a larger screen, but it compromises on performance due to its less powerful Intel UHD Graphics and processor; it's suitable for general use or if budget is a major concern. Neither will match business laptops for build quality or a premium feel but the TUF Dash 15 is slightly better built. The Vivobook is slightly more portable due to its weight, despite its larger screen size. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Dash 15
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
- The ASUS Vivobook 17 has no clear advantages over the ASUS TUF Dash 15.
Key differences
General Use
7.6
7.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
272.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
263.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.2/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for general use, though the ASUS TUF Dash 15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is considered good for general use because it features a powerful processor, more RAM, and a high-quality screen while remaining fairly portable with satisfactory battery life. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook 17, while having a larger screen and better battery life, offers a less powerful processor and less RAM, which makes it fair for general use compared to the higher performance of the TUF Dash 15.
Gaming and AI
7.4
6.0
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card and high screen refresh rate, essential for smooth and visually compelling gameplay. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook 17, with its integrated Intel graphics and standard screen refresh rate, offers a fair experience that is adequate for less demanding tasks but falls short for intense gaming and graphic-intensive 3D work.
Engineering and Design
7.8
6.3
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 is suited for engineering and design because it has a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality dedicated GPU, which are critical for resource-intensive applications, alongside a better screen refresh rate for smoother visuals. In comparison, the ASUS Vivobook 17 has a basic CPU, less RAM, and an integrated GPU which may not handle demanding tasks as effectively, although it offers a larger screen for spacious viewing but sacrifices overall performance for such applications. Other factors like portability and speaker quality are comparable, but the superior processing power and graphics capabilities of the Dash 15 make it a preferable option for more demanding technical workloads.
Content Creation
7.6
7.0
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for content creation, though the ASUS TUF Dash 15 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
7.0
6.2
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
272.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
263.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 offers a combination of resolution and brightness that enhances the visual experience for general use and engineering design, where clarity and color accuracy are crucial. For engineering tasks, its coverage of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB ensures that colors are represented faithfully, which is pivotal for design accuracy. However, its lower refresh rate diminishes the quality for gaming and 3D applications, where smooth motion and rapid screen updates are essential for optimal performance.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 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.
Build Quality
7.4
6.5
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,150
$430
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 has a price of $1,150 and the ASUS Vivobook 17 costs $430.
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Key similarities
Software Development
7.4
6.9
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Dash 15 to be good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS TUF Dash 15 and ASUS Vivobook 17 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS TUF Dash 15 and the ASUS Vivobook 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS TUF Dash 15 | ASUS Vivobook 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,150 | $430 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.81'' | 15.7'' x 9.9'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.41 lbs | 4.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 15.72" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.89" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12650H | Intel i3-1220P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 50 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 272 nits | 263 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS TUF Dash 15
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Sascha Mölck | July 2022
"The Asus TUF Dash F15 FX517ZR is a laptop with mobile RTX 3070 and acceptable battery life. The Asus TUF Dash F15 was made for high-performance applications like video editing, rendering, and gaming. The laptop can manage the latter in QHD resolution and at high to maximum settings. However, the focus isn't on maximum performance, but instead, it's about a compromise between performance and portability."
ASUS Vivobook 17
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Marvin Gollor | May 2022
"The ASUS Vivobook 17 is an affordable 17-inch laptop with passive cooling. On one hand, you get a really quiet and cool work device with a good system performance, many connections, good maintenance options, speakers acceptable for multimedia enjoyment, and a sharp and clear matte FHD IPS display with the Asus VivoBook 17 (F712JA). On the other hand, the USB-C port lacks Power Delivery and DisplayPort, and the display, a higher brightness and better color space coverage."
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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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