The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook 14.
Key differences
General Use
6.9/10
6.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" are both only fair for general use, though the ASUS Vivobook 14 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 offers better performance for general use due to its more powerful CPU, larger RAM, and higher resolution IPS screen, leading to smoother multitasking and clearer visuals, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" with its basic CPU, lower amount of RAM, and lower resolution TN screen isn't as capable of handling multiple applications as efficiently and provides less vivid image quality. Additionally, while both laptops are similar in portability and battery life, the ASUS’s features enhance the user experience for typical tasks, while the Lenovo is more suitable for simpler activities due to its limitations in power and display quality.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
5.5/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is better suited for engineering and design use than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" because it has a more powerful Intel i5 processor, double the RAM, and superior integrated graphics, which together provide much-needed performance for demanding applications. Additionally, the ASUS has a higher-quality IPS display with better resolution and color coverage, contributing to more precise design work, while the Lenovo's less advanced TN panel and lower screen resolution hinder such tasks.
Content Creation
6.9/10
6.2/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" are both only fair for content creation, though the ASUS Vivobook 14 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
6.3/10
5.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS Vivobook 14 offers a more pleasant visual experience with sharper images and suitable brightness levels, making documents and websites easier to read and view, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 has a display that might be less crisp and dimmer, challenging visibility in brighter settings. In fields like engineering and design where precise color representation is crucial, the Vivobook's color gamut coverage ensures more accurate color rendition, which is essential for detailed work, but the IdeaPad 1 may fall short on color accuracy, affecting design fidelity. For 3D applications and gaming, the Vivobook's display lacks high refresh rates, leading to less fluid motion, but this shortfall is more pronounced in the IdeaPad 1, which also suffers from lower resolution and panel quality, significantly detracting from an immersive gaming experience.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" 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.
Build Quality
7.0/10
6.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$421
$153
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" costs $153.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook 14 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 performs better for gaming and 3D tasks as it is equipped with a more capable GPU in the form of the Intel Iris Xe, which can handle graphics-intensive processes more efficiently than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" with its Intel UHD Graphics 600. Additionally, the Vivobook 14’s GPU is paired with a stronger CPU, enhancing overall performance, while the screen refresh rates and qualities of both laptops are comparable, with neither being specifically tailored for high-end gaming or 3D rendering.
Software Development
6.8/10
6.4/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 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
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Give feedback
We’re constantly working to improve.
How the ASUS Vivobook 14 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" compare to other laptops
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Vivobook 14 or the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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.