If you primarily value performance and will be doing intensive tasks such as engineering software or gaming, the ASUS Vivobook 14 would be the better choice as it includes a stronger processor and better graphics. However, the Maypug 15" Laptop might offer a larger screen for those who prefer a bigger display for general use or media consumption, albeit at a lower resolution compared to the ASUS. Keep in mind that both come with the same amount of memory and storage, but the ASUS is generally lighter and might offer a more portable solution. The Maypug, while slightly heavier, may be considered if budget constraints are a significant factor for you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook 14.
Key differences
General Use
6.9/10
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 offers better performance for general use than the Maypug 15" Laptop due to its more advanced Intel i5 processor compared to the Maypug's Intel Celeron, and it also has superior integrated graphics. Additionally, the ASUS boasts a higher resolution and higher screen quality which contributes to a better overall user experience, while the Maypug, despite its larger screen size, has a lower resolution and poorer screen quality, hindering its usability for general tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
5.6/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
6.9/10
5.9/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.9/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.7/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 offers a decent balance of resolution and brightness suitable for everyday tasks and some engineering applications, although its color accuracy might not meet the precision required for professional design work. The Maypug 15" Laptop, with a display that lags behind in both brightness and resolution, provides a less crisp and dimmer visual experience which can be a drawback for both general and engineering usage. When it comes to 3D work and gaming, the ASUS falls short due to not having a high refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth motion rendering, while the Maypug, sharing this shortcoming and with an already inferior display, would further compromise the experience in these scenarios.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
5.1/10
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$421
$600
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook 14 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 offers better gaming and 3D capabilities due to its more powerful Intel Iris Xe graphics compared to the Maypug 15" Laptop's weaker Intel UHD Graphics; furthermore, the ASUS boasts a higher screen resolution, contributing to a clearer and more detailed display, beneficial for such tasks. Although both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, the Vivobook's superior GPU and higher resolution screen make it more suitable for gaming and 3D applications.
Battery
7.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 14 and the Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
ASUS Vivobook 14
Maypug 15" Laptop
GENERAL
Price
Price
$421
$600
Release Date
Release Date
March 1, 2023
January 1, 2023
Overall Dimensions
Overall Dimensions
12.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7''
14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78''
Weight
Weight
3.09 lbs
3.6 lbs
Width
Width
12.79"
13.97"
Depth
Depth
8.42"
11.1"
INTERNAL
Processor
Processor
Intel i5-1235U
Intel Celeron N5095
RAM
RAM
8 GB
8 GB
DDR Memory Version
DDR Memory Version
4
4
RAM Slots
RAM Slots
1
0
Storage
Storage
256 GB
256 GB
Storage Slots
Storage Slots
1
1
Graphics
Graphics
Iris Xe
UHD Graphics
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
No
No
GPU Type
GPU Type
Integrated
GPU Memory (VRAM)
GPU Memory (VRAM)
N/A
Supports DLSS
Supports DLSS
No
No
Supports Ray Tracing
Supports Ray Tracing
No
No
BATTERY
Battery Life
Battery Life
7 Hours
7 Hours
Battery Capacity
Battery Capacity
42 Wh
29.6 Wh
SCREEN
Diagonal Size
Diagonal Size
14"
15.6"
Display Technology
Display Technology
IPS
IPS
Resolution
Resolution
1920 x 1080
1366 x 768
Refresh Rate
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Display Brightness
Display Brightness
250 nits
200 nits
Screen Aspect Ratio
Screen Aspect Ratio
16:9
16:9
Pixel Density
Pixel Density
157.35 PPI
100.45 PPI
Contrast
Contrast
Unknown
Unknown
Display Response Time
Display Response Time
Unknown
Unknown
DCI-P3
DCI-P3
50 %
35 %
sRGB
sRGB
67 %
50 %
Adobe RGB
Adobe RGB
50 %
35 %
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS
Build Quality Score
Build Quality Score
7/10
5.1/10
Portability Score
Portability Score
8.5/10
7.6/10
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
7.5/10
Facial Recognition
Facial Recognition
No
No
Upper Side Temp (Max)
Upper Side Temp (Max)
49.2°C
Lower Side Temp (Max)
Lower Side Temp (Max)
54°C
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
35.4°C
Warranty Period
Warranty Period
1 year
1 year
HARDWARE FEATURES
Keyboard Quality Score
Keyboard Quality Score
6.8/10
6/10
Speaker Quality Score
Speaker Quality Score
6/10
4.8/10
Webcam
Webcam
720p
720p
Fingerprint Reader
Fingerprint Reader
Yes
No
Backlit Keyboard
Backlit Keyboard
No
No
Number Pad
Number Pad
No
Yes
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
DisplayPorts
DisplayPorts
0
0
HDMI Ports
HDMI Ports
1
1
Ethernet
Ethernet
No
No
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth Version
5.1
4
WiFi Version
WiFi Version
5
5
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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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