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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and the HP 14" Laptop are budget-friendly options with some differences to consider. The ASUS has a slightly better portability score, suggesting it might be easier to carry around, and it also offers a better keyboard experience. However, the HP has longer battery life and is known to manage heat more effectively, which can be crucial if you're planning to use it for extended periods. If general computing performance is a high priority, the ASUS edges ahead. For graphics or engineering tasks, neither laptop is particularly strong, but the ASUS is a touch more capable. If explicit gaming performance is required, you should consider other models, as neither is suited for intensive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
- Good overall build quality
Advantages of the HP 14" Laptop
- Good for content creation
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3
6.3
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The HP 14" Laptop has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 14 for software development.
For general use, both the ASUS Vivobook 14 and the HP 14" Laptop offer adequate visuals, but they may not have the highest resolution or the brightest displays, which can affect how sharp and vivid the images appear. In engineering and design, accurate color reproduction is crucial, and neither laptop excels in covering professional color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, leading to less precise color work. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short in offering high refresh rates necessary for smooth motion, whilst their resolutions and panel types are satisfactory but not top-tier, which could hinder the overall visual experience in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The HP 14" Laptop has 8.5 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.
Build Quality
7.0
6.0
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has good build quality, while the HP 14" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$480
$414
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $480 and the HP 14" Laptop costs $414.
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Key similarities
General Use
6.9
6.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and HP 14" Laptop are both only fair for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and the HP 14" Laptop are similar in CPU, RAM, and screen quality, all of which are adequate for general use tasks. The ASUS is slightly lighter, making it more portable, but the HP has a slight edge in battery life and speaker quality, which may be preferable for extended use away from power sources or for multimedia experiences.
Gaming and AI
6.0
5.8
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
8.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook 14 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 14" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has an Intel i5-1235U Iris Xe GPU, while the HP 14" Laptop features an AMD Ryzen 5 5500U Vega 7 GPU; both have modest graphics capabilities suitable for lighter gaming and 3D tasks. Despite having integrated graphics rather than dedicated gaming GPUs and standard 60 Hz refresh rate screens, neither is optimal for high-end gaming or demanding 3D applications, but they may handle less intensive tasks reasonably well.
Engineering and Design
6.3
6.0
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and HP 14" Laptop are both only fair for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is equipped with an Intel i5-1235U CPU and Iris Xe GPU, which delivers fair performance for engineering tasks, while its screen quality with an IPS panel and moderate color coverage provides sufficient detail for design work.
Content Creation
6.9
7.0
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP 14" Laptop to be 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
6.8
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP 14" Laptop and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for software development.
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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and HP 14" Laptop both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook 14 | HP 14" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$480 | $414 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 3.22 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.79" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.42" | 8.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Nicholas De Leon | October 2022
"This feels like an ideal laptop for someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of money on a laptop and isn’t too bothered by things like build quality or construction. It’s a laptop that will be used to pay bills, keep track of expenses, do some online shopping, and will be tucked away in a spare bedroom/home office. It’s an appliance designed to do a job without fuss. It’s not a premium experience—the materials do feel a little cheap, the display won’t exactly wow you, and the battery life is nothing to write home about, especially if you’ve used more expensive devices. But overall it’s not too shabby, especially for the price."
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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.
About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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