If you prioritize performance for 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, and want a high-resolution touchscreen with a stylus option, the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio is superior; however, it's heavier and more expensive. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook 14 is more affordable, lightweight, and sufficient for general use, but it has a lower screen resolution, no touchscreen, and less power for intensive tasks. The Surface Laptop Studio also has better battery life and a more vibrant display, whereas the Vivobook 14 offers great portability at a budget price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
Very good portability
Advantages of the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.3/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
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
7.4/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 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
7.3/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 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
8.0/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2400 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
491.0 nits
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The screen of the ASUS Vivobook 14, despite being adequate for tasks like browsing and video streaming, lacks the higher resolution and brightness that the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio's screen offers, making the latter a better choice for clearer and crisper visuals in daily activities. When it comes to engineering and design work, the Surface Laptop Studio excels with a wider color gamut, providing richer and more accurate colors crucial for detailed graphic work, something the Vivobook's screen doesn't match. However, both laptops aren't ideal for 3D applications and gaming because of their screens' lower refresh rates, which can't deliver the smooth visuals these activities typically require.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio has 8 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
14.4in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability, while the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
8.5/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$421
$1,700
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio costs $1,700.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio to be good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio is rated better for general use than the ASUS Vivobook 14 due to its superior CPU, double the RAM, and higher quality screen, which contribute to better performance and visuals; additionally, the Studio has a longer battery life and advanced features like a touchscreen with a flexible hinge for versatility. The Vivobook 14, on the other hand, although lighter and more portable, has a less powerful CPU, half the RAM, and a lower quality display, factors that can limit performance and user experience, especially for tasks that are more resource-intensive.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 14 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio compare to other laptops
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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 Microsoft
Microsoft is an American technology corporation. Microsoft is best known for their Windows operating system and Surface laptop series. The Surface Laptop is their standard notebook offering, while their Surface Go, Surface Pro, and Surface Studio are their 2-in-1/tablet offerings in order of increasing capability. Although Microsoft charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a well integrated and packaged device since Microsoft develops the Windows operating system.
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