The ASUS Vivobook 15X offers value for money with modest performance suitable for general use, but if you need a more powerful laptop for demanding tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED's superior processor and larger storage are worth considering despite the higher cost. The S 15's OLED screen with higher resolution and color coverage makes it better for content creation and consumption. However, both have similar portability and battery life. For gaming, neither is specialized, though the S 15’s better display may offer a more enjoyable visual experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED.
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
Very good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
600.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is better for general use than the ASUS Vivobook 15X largely because it has a superior CPU, more RAM, and an OLED screen with higher resolution and better color accuracy, contributing to clearer and more vibrant visuals. Additionally, despite both models being similar in weight and physical dimensions, the Vivobook S 15 OLED also boasts a longer battery life and improved speaker quality, which enhances the overall user experience.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X offers fair performance in gaming and 3D due to its integrated AMD GPU and standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is better suited for these tasks with its more powerful Intel Iris Xe graphics and a higher 120Hz refresh rate which contributes to smoother visuals in games and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
8.2/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED outperforms the ASUS Vivobook 15X in engineering and design use due to its more powerful CPU, double the RAM, and a high-resolution OLED screen with better color accuracy and contrast. While both laptops have similar portability, the 15X has less storage and a basic screen, making it less suitable for intensive tasks and professional design work that benefits from the higher specs of the Vivobook S 15 OLED.
Content Creation
7.1/10
8.2/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is good.
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
6.9/10
7.9/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X 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
6.2/10
8.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
600.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering screen quality for general use, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a clearer, sharper image with vibrant colors due to its high-resolution OLED panel, which also ensures excellent brightness and contrast. For engineering and design tasks, the same OLED display covers a wider range of colors, aiding in precision work that relies on color accuracy. However, for gaming and 3D applications that demand fast refresh rates for smooth motion, both laptops may fall short as their screens prioritize resolution and color fidelity over the faster refresh rates typically found in specialized gaming laptops.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED 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.
Cost
$525
$990
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED costs $990.
"All in all, my day on the Vivobook had its ups and downs. It is a really pretty and well-built device, and it had all of the functionality I needed to get me through my browser-based workload. But the speakers weren’t my favorite, and the battery life was just too short."
"The Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED excels as a capable work machine at an affordable price. It offers commendable performance, thanks to its 12th Gen Intel chip, delivers quality on-screen entertainment with its 15.6-inch OLED display, and can (kind of) get you through a full day of work. Oh, and its special Asus Antibacterial Guard is a nice touch for those who like a clean laptop."
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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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