The ASUS Vivobook 14 is a budget-friendly option and typically less expensive than the ASUS Zenbook 13, offering solid general use performance with an Intel processor and good portability. However, if you're looking for a laptop with a higher resolution OLED display, more storage, and a more powerful AMD Ryzen processor that can better handle engineering tasks and 3D rendering, the Zenbook 13 is more suitable even though it costs more. The Zenbook's OLED screen is particularly beneficial for users seeking better color accuracy and contrast. If battery life is a priority, the Zenbook 13 outperforms the Vivobook. The Zenbook also scores higher in terms of build quality and heat management. Both have 8GB of RAM, but the Zenbook provides double the storage of the Vivobook. In summary, the Zenbook 13 offers a higher quality experience with better screen and performance at a higher price, while the Vivobook 14 is more budget-conscious and still offers decent performance for general tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook 13.
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 13
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Excellent portability
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.1/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 provides a balance of CPU and GPU suited for engineering and design tasks within its price range, and despite its average screen quality and storage capacity, it remains an option for budget-conscious users seeking a larger screen size and a fair portability factor. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook 13 excels with its higher-quality OLED screen and long battery life, which is beneficial for detailed visual work, though its premium features come at a higher cost while offering a smaller, though more portable form factor.
Content Creation
6.9/10
7.6/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 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
6.8/10
7.3/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 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
6.3/10
7.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
378.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 offers a balance suitable for day-to-day tasks and engineering applications with its fair resolution and adequate brightness but lacks the expansive color range needed for high-fidelity design work. Conversely, the ASUS Zenbook 13 delivers a sharper image and broader color spectrum, fulfilling the precision required for professional design and engineering, but its modest refresh rate doesn't support the fluid motion desirable in gaming and 3D rendering. Despite their respective strengths, neither laptop's specifications meet the demand for the high refresh rates that are critical for a smooth and immersive gaming or 3D experience.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 13 has 9 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
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$421
$890
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the ASUS Zenbook 13 costs $890.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook 13 to be good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 13 excels in general use over the Vivobook 14 primarily due to its more powerful AMD processor and superior OLED screen which offers a higher contrast, wider color coverage, and better brightness. Meanwhile, the Zenbook is also more portable with a lighter weight and longer battery life, but the Vivobook offers a slightly larger screen which may be preferable for some users despite its lower screen quality and reduced portability compared to the Zenbook.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 offers decent gaming and 3D capabilities due to its Intel i5 CPU and integrated Iris Xe graphics, which provide a solid balance between performance and power efficiency for light gaming and 3D applications, but it doesn't excel in demanding scenarios.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.4/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and ASUS Vivobook 14 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 14 and the ASUS Zenbook 13 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ZenBook 13 is a compact 13-inch laptop with a fast Ryzen 7 5800U and OLED display. The subnotebook is also light and the modern design is convincing. The selection of high-quality materials make the device not only light, but also very stable. In addition, the visuals and haptics of the device offers a high-quality impression. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U is a very good fit for the ZenBook 13, ensuring a high performance in the test. However, in terms of the 3D performance, we also notice that the Vega architecture is beginning to hit its limits."
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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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