The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers significantly higher performance with a more powerful processor and dedicated graphics card than the ASUS Vivobook 14, making it a better fit for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks. Its OLED touchscreen also provides superior color accuracy and higher resolution, making it ideal for creative professionals. However, the Zenbook Pro is heavier, which impacts its portability and it comes with a higher price tag. On the other hand, the Vivobook 14 is more budget-friendly, lighter, and thus easier to carry, making it suitable for general use such as web browsing, document editing, and casual media consumption. Give Feedback
this description is based on the product variant with some specs and product variant with some specs. At the time of writing, the variant with some specs cost some dollars and the variant with some specs cost some dollars.
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
Very good portability
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.9/10
8.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
354.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 offers fair performance for general use with its adequate processor and RAM, alongside a standard IPS screen, but it is lighter and more portable than the Zenbook. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X provides very good general use performance due to its higher-end CPU, double the RAM, and superior OLED screen quality, although it is heavier and has a slightly lower portability score.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
7.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has an Intel GPU which is less powerful for gaming and 3D applications compared to the NVIDIA GPU found in the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X, which provides significantly better performance for such tasks. Additionally, while both have the same screen refresh rate, the Zenbook Pro 16X offers a superior OLED screen with higher resolution and better color coverage, enhancing the visual experience in gaming and 3D scenarios.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
8.6/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14, with its basic processor and integrated graphics, is best suited for lighter tasks and offers decent screen quality, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X, with a high-end CPU, powerful GPU, and superior screen resolution and color accuracy, is equipped for demanding engineering and design work, but is less portable and potentially louder during operation.
Content Creation
6.9/10
8.5/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very 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
8.2/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very 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
8.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
354.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a vivid display with sharp images and good visibility in various lighting conditions for everyday tasks such as browsing and watching videos, both the ASUS Vivobook 14 and Zenbook Pro 16X offer screens that fit the bill due to their resolution and brightness. For users engaged in engineering and design work where color accuracy is critical, the Zenbook Pro 16X's superior color gamut coverage ensures more precise color rendition, which is essential for professional-grade creative tasks. However, for gaming or 3D modeling, where smooth motion is key, both laptops may fall short due to lower refresh rates, although their resolution and panel types provide decent clarity and viewing angles.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.6/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and ASUS Vivobook 14 both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$421
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X costs $1,300.
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Vivobook 14 or the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
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.
This information was produced and vetted by the PerfectRec laptops team. We are a product research and recommendation organization that meticulously reviews and evaluates the latest laptop information and makes it digestible for you.
By the numbers
380
Laptops evaluated
48,640
Laptops stats compiled
13
Proprietary Laptops ratings developed
100,095
Recommendations made
21,688
Consumer hours saved
About the laptop team
Joe Golden, Ph.D
CEO and Laptops Editor
Joe is an entrepreneur and lifelong electronics enthusiast with a Ph.D in Economics from the University of Michigan.
Jason Lew
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Jason is a staff expert and software engineer that has been making laptop recommendations for 7 years and moderates one of the largest laptop subreddits.
Chandradeep Chowdhury
Staff Expert & Software Engineer
Chandradeep is a staff expert and software engineer and expert in televisions and monitors. He’s been making monitor recommendations for ten years.
Craig Russell
Laptops Expert
Craig is a UK-based laptops expert. Craig works in IT, where he recommends and supports laptops and PCs for clients and has been recommending laptops on Reddit for five years.