The ASUS Vivobook 14 is more affordable and offers a solid performance for everyday tasks with a decent battery life, making it suitable for general use and light productivity tasks. It's relatively lightweight and has a numeric keypad on the keyboard, which is helpful for data entry. However, it has a smaller storage capacity and lower RAM compared to the Razer Book 13, which might limit its ability to handle intensive applications smoothly.
The Razer Book 13, on the other hand, is pricier but comes with more storage, more RAM, and a more powerful processor, all of which contribute to better performance in tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering software. It also has a higher resolution touchscreen with better color accuracy, making it a better choice for creative professionals. Its build quality and heat management are superior, and it boasts a longer battery life. The Razer is also a bit more portable given its smaller form factor, yet it maintains a robust selection of ports for connectivity. If your work involves intensive tasks and you prioritize display quality and build, the Razer Book 13 offers a more premium experience at a higher cost. If you're focused on general use and cost-efficiency, the ASUS Vivobook 14 serves well without breaking the bank. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has no clear advantages over the Razer Book 13.
Advantages of the Razer Book 13
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Excellent battery life
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.9/10
7.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
14.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Book 13 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The Razer Book 13 is better for general use due to its more powerful Intel i7 processor, double the RAM for smoother multitasking, and a higher resolution touch screen which can enhance the user experience. In comparison, the ASUS Vivobook 14 has a less powerful Intel i5 processor, less RAM which may limit performance, and a lower screen resolution without touch capability, factors that may be less attractive for general use; however, it is lighter and slightly thinner, which could be important for those prioritizing portability.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.1/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Book 13 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a mid-range CPU and integrated graphics, suitable for less demanding engineering and design tasks, coupled with good portability due to its lightweight and fair keyboard quality. In contrast, the Razer Book 13 offers a more powerful CPU and better screen quality with higher resolution and brightness, and more RAM, making it better suited for intensive engineering and design use, though it is slightly less portable and may have a louder operating noise.
Content Creation
6.9/10
7.6/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Book 13 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
7.5/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Razer Book 13 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
7.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
The Razer Book 13 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Razer Book 13 provides a sharper image and more vivid colors due to its higher resolution and brightness compared to the ASUS Vivobook 14. Engineers and designers would appreciate the Razer's wider color gamut, offering a broader range of colors for more accurate visual work. While both laptops have limitations for 3D and gaming due to lower refresh rates, they are suitable for less demanding tasks within those categories.
Battery
7.0 Hours
14.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The Razer Book 13 has 14 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
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.4in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Razer Book 13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
8.5/10
The Razer Book 13 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
$1,389
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the Razer Book 13 costs $1,389.
The Razer Book 13 and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and the Razer Book 13 are both fair for gaming and 3D because each has an integrated Intel Iris Xe GPU and a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is adequate for casual gaming but not ideal for high-end gaming or advanced 3D applications. While the Razer Book 13 offers a higher resolution touchscreen and a more powerful CPU which can somewhat enhance performance, it still shares the same key limitations in GPU and refresh rate as the Asus Vivobook 14 for gaming and 3D tasks.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 14 and the Razer Book 13 compare to other laptops
"The Razer Book is like an XPS 13, but faster. The Book 13 combines the design philosophy and performance of a Blade Stealth with the 16:10 display of a Dell XPS 13 for an impressive piece of hardware. Office users who want something more stylish than the typical Dell, HP or Lenovo will certainly find themselves drawn to this Razer subnotebook. If your priorities are to have the best-looking and fastest 13-inch laptop in the office over auxiliary features, however, then the Book 13 proudly fulfills that niche."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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