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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is more budget-friendly and suitable for general use with moderate battery life, whereas the XPG Xenia 14 is pricier but offers double the storage, more RAM, and a significantly better battery life, making it a stronger choice for intensive tasks. The Xenia 14 also has a slightly higher screen resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio, which can be preferable for productivity and reading. Although it is older, the Xenia is lighter, making it more portable. Both feature backlit keyboards and integrated graphics suitable for casual gaming, but neither is designed for intensive gaming. If portability, higher performance, and longer battery life are important and within budget, the XPG Xenia 14 stands out; otherwise, for lighter use and to save money, the ASUS Vivobook 14 may be sufficient. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
- The ASUS Vivobook 14 has no clear advantages over the XPG Xenia 14.
Advantages of the XPG Xenia 14
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.3
6.8
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The XPG Xenia 14 and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for engineering and design, though the XPG Xenia 14 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 offers less power and memory with an Intel i5-1235U processor, 8GB of RAM compared to the XPG Xenia 14's slightly older but still capable Intel i5-1135G7 and 16GB of RAM, impacting performance in demanding engineering and design software. In contrast, the XPG Xenia has a higher resolution screen with better color coverage, which is critical for design accuracy, making it more suitable for engineering and design work than the ASUS.
Screen Quality
6.3
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The XPG Xenia 14 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 ASUS Vivobook 14 offers adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks, but it may not impress with its modest panel quality. The XPG Xenia 14 provides a crisper and more luminous display, enhancing your viewing experience, particularly with content which benefits from higher resolution. Both laptops, however, have screens that may not satisfy gamers or 3D designers seeking fluid motion and intricate details due to lower refresh rates and lackluster color gamut coverage.
Battery
7.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The XPG Xenia 14 has 10 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
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The XPG Xenia 14 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$421
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the XPG Xenia 14 costs $800.
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Key similarities
General Use
6.9
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers XPG Xenia 14 to be good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14, with its moderate RAM and battery life, is equipped for lighter tasks, while its fair portability makes it adequately mobile but not outstanding in this aspect. In contrast, the XPG Xenia 14 offers double the storage and RAM, a slightly more vibrant screen, and better battery life, enhancing its capability for varied tasks and making it extremely portable, justifying its higher standing for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.1
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The XPG Xenia 14 and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and XPG Xenia 14 are both fair for gaming and 3D tasks because they feature integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, which can handle light gaming and 3D applications but are not as powerful as dedicated gaming GPUs. While both have similar 60Hz refresh rates that provide smooth visuals for everyday tasks, they do not match the higher refresh rates preferred for competitive gaming; the XPG Xenia 14 stands out slightly with better screen quality and a more capable CPU, enhancing overall performance.
Content Creation
6.9
7.4
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers XPG Xenia 14 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
7.2
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers XPG Xenia 14 to be 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.2
The XPG Xenia 14 and ASUS Vivobook 14 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 14 and the XPG Xenia 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook 14 | XPG Xenia 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$421 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 12.2'' x 8.5'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 2.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.79" | 12.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.42" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 9.3/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Allen Ngo | July 2021
"The Xenia 14 is a top 14-inch laptop under 1 kg. ADATA isn't exactly known for its laptops and so we weren't expecting much from its first 14-inch Ultrabook. With that said, we're pleasantly surprised by how well the Xenia 14 looks and performs. Not only is it incredibly light, but it has a color accurate 16:10 display, high CPU and GPU performance, easy RAM and SSD serviceability, plenty of port options including Thunderbolt 4, and long battery life. It packs a lot of punch and features considering the size and weight to be better than even the LG Gram series."
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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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