The ASUS Vivobook 15 is significantly less expensive and offers a larger screen size, which is good for media consumption and multitasking; however, it has lower battery life and less powerful components, making it less suitable for heavy tasks. On the other hand, the Framework Laptop 13 is more expensive, but it's more portable, has a higher resolution display, and offers better performance, which can handle more intensive tasks such as 3D rendering and engineering work. It also has a longer battery life. If portability and performance are priorities and the budget allows, the Framework Laptop would be a better choice. If price sensitivity and a larger screen are more important, then the ASUS Vivobook 15 may be more appropriate. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15
The ASUS Vivobook 15 has no clear advantages over the Framework Laptop 13 (2023).
Advantages of the Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good portability
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.5/10
7.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
472.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 15, with an Intel i3 CPU, offers adequate performance for everyday tasks but may lag behind in challenging situations, while its 15.6-inch screen provides a fair viewing experience at a standard resolution; it is also relatively heavier and has a lower battery life.
Engineering and Design
6.1/10
7.3/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 15, with an Intel i3 processor, 8GB RAM, and basic UHD Graphics, provides adequate capabilities for engineering and design tasks but may struggle with more demanding applications. In contrast, the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) offers an advanced Intel i5 processor, similar memory, and improved Iris Xe graphics, along with a higher-quality screen — factors that enhance its performance in engineering and design workloads, but both are less suitable for portable use due to their size and weight.
Content Creation
6.4/10
7.5/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 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
6.5/10
7.6/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 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
7.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
472.0 nits
The Framework Laptop 13 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 15's fair screen quality for general use can be attributed to its adequate resolution and brightness, but it may lack the crispness and clarity that come with higher-end panels. For engineering and design, the screen's fair quality is due to its moderate color accuracy and range, which are satisfactory for many tasks but do not cover professional color gamuts as extensively as specialized displays. However, for gaming and 3D, the poor screen quality stems from a lower refresh rate, which fails to deliver the smooth visuals that fast-paced scenes require, and the resolution and panel type do not provide the level of detail and immersion that enthusiasts often seek.
Battery
6.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15 has 6 hours of battery life. The Framework Laptop 13 has 7.5 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
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.8/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and ASUS Vivobook 15 both have good build quality, though the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$530
$1,079
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook 15 has a price of $530 and the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) costs $1,079.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Framework Laptop 13 (2023) to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 15 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) are considered fair for gaming and 3D tasks primarily due to their integrated graphics; the Vivobook 15 has Intel UHD Graphics while the Framework Laptop sports the more capable Intel Iris Xe. However, both are limited by their screen refresh rates, which stand at 60Hz, adequate for basic gaming but not ideal for the high-refresh-rate gaming experience sought by many gamers.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 15 and the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) compare to other laptops
"The Asus VivoBook 15 is a quiet office notebook with a strong screen. However, the VivoBook 15 still has room for improvement. Office and internet applications as well as simple games do not pose any major challenges for the VivoBook - this is ensured by the built-in combination of Ryzen 7 5700U APU and 16 GB of RAM. Heat and noise emissions are acceptable. But, the laptop has weaknesses that should not be present at this level: lack of keyboard lighting, a slow memory card reader, no fast USB-C port (USB 3.2 Gen 2 or Thunderbolt 4) with Power Delivery and DisplayPort. Battery runtimes can only be described as average."
"If you’re thinking of investing in your first Framework, now is the time. The kinks and rough edges have all been smoothed out and this is a very nice machine with a bright, upgradable future. The only reason I can think of to wait is the AMD model, which I’ll be sure to test as soon as I can get my hands on one."
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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 Framework
Framework is a new American laptop manufacturer, specializing in modular and repairable laptops with the goals of promoting longevity and reducing electronic waste. They are a strong proponent of the right to repair movement. Framework laptops have replaceable RAM, storage, ports, keyboards, display bezels, mainboards, and more, making them a great choice for repairability-oriented individuals.
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