If you prioritize performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or intensive gaming, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15, with its stronger processor and dedicated graphics card, is a superior choice. It also has a higher-quality OLED touchscreen and offers more storage and RAM. However, it's heavier and less portable than the ASUS Vivobook 14, which is much more affordable and sufficiently capable for general use, light productivity tasks, and media consumption. The Vivobook is also easier to carry, with a better portability score, but falls short in battery life compared to the Zenbook. Consider your specific needs and budget to choose the best option for you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
Very good portability
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Excellent battery life
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.9/10
7.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
346.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14's mid-range CPU and modest amount of RAM, paired with its adequate screen quality and portability, make it suitable for basic tasks, leading to a fair rating for general use; on the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 boasts a more powerful CPU, greater RAM, and superior screen quality, enhancing overall performance and experience, which along with its decent portability and battery life earns it a good evaluation for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 14's integrated GPU is less powerful compared to the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15's dedicated NVIDIA GPU, making the Zenbook Pro more capable for gaming and 3D tasks, though both have the same screen refresh rate which is a limiting factor for high-frame-rate gaming. While the CPU and screen quality of both laptops contribute to their overall performance, the Zenbook Pro's higher-end CPU and superior OLED panel give it an edge for these activities, albeit typically at a higher price point.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.5/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14's fair suitability for engineering and design is due to its capable yet modest Intel i5 CPU and integrated Iris Xe GPU, which are sufficient for basic tasks but may struggle with heavy workloads, alongside an adequate screen quality with an IPS panel.
Content Creation
6.9/10
7.7/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 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
7.5/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 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
7.6/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
346.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 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 has moderate resolution and brightness, making it suitable for browsing and video streaming, but it lacks the wide color gamut needed for precise engineering and design work. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers higher resolution and brightness, plus better color accuracy, which benefits professional creative tasks, but neither have high refresh rates for smooth 3D visuals. Gamers focused on 3D games will find both models less appealing due to the lower refresh rates that can lead to less fluid graphics during gameplay.
Battery
7.0 Hours
12.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has 12.5 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
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.6/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and ASUS Vivobook 14 both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$421
$1,109
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 costs $1,109.
"The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers a strong CPU, chassis, and display. One of the most popular 15.6-inch prosumer or multimedia laptops out there is the Dell XPS 15. Thus, comparisons between it and the Asus Zenbook Pro 15 are inevitable. Asus has a couple of tricks up its sleeve that XPS users are still missing out on including 1080p OLED and an AMD Ryzen CPU which help separate the Zenbook Pro 15 from the XPS 15. It also integrates a numpad and a few more port options albeit at the cost of a larger chassis size."
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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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