When choosing between the ASUS Vivobook 15X and the ASUS Zenbook 13, consider the following: The Vivobook 15X has a larger screen, which is beneficial for multitasking and watching movies, but this makes it heavier and less portable than the smaller, lighter Zenbook 13. The Zenbook 13 also boasts a superior OLED display, offering richer colors and higher contrast, ideal for editing photos or enjoying high-definition content. However, with a bigger battery, the Zenbook 13 will last longer on a single charge compared to the Vivobook 15X, which is an important factor if you're often on the move. Performance-wise, the Zenbook 13's processor is more powerful, providing an edge in demanding tasks and some engineering applications. Cost-wise, the Vivobook 15X tends to be slightly less expensive, so if budget is a priority and maximum portability or screen quality are less critical, it may be the preferable option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook 13.
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 13
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Excellent portability
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.1/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X offers a Ryzen 5 CPU and Vega 7 GPU, which makes it a fair choice for engineering and design, but the screen quality is lower compared to the ASUS Zenbook 13's OLED display, which presents richer colors and higher contrast. However, the Zenbook 13 is more portable due to its smaller size and lighter weight, and also offers a higher-end Ryzen 7 CPU and Vega 8 GPU, providing slightly better performance for demanding tasks.
Screen Quality
6.2/10
7.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
378.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X, while sufficient for daily tasks, may fall short in screen vividness and clarity due to its moderate resolution and brightness, which are crucial for sharp and clear imagery in general use. The ASUS Zenbook 13 excels in these areas, offering a vibrant and sharp display that enhances the experience for both general use and detail-oriented engineering and design work, with its wide color gamuts ensuring accurate color reproduction. However, both models are not ideal for gaming and 3D applications as they lack high refresh rates, which are paramount for smooth motion and responsiveness in those scenarios.
Portability
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$525
$890
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the ASUS Zenbook 13 costs $890.
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a decent AMD Ryzen 5 processor and IPS screen but is bulkier and has shorter battery life, making it less ideal for portability compared to the ASUS Zenbook 13, which boasts a superior AMD Ryzen 7 processor, high-quality OLED display, and significantly longer battery life, making it better for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.2/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X offers fair gaming and 3D capabilities with its integrated AMD Ryzen 5 7530U Vega 7 graphics, a standard 60Hz refresh rate screen, and modest 250-nit brightness, which are suitable for casual gaming but not optimized for fast-paced or highly demanding visual content. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook 13, while also having a standard 60Hz refresh rate, boasts a more powerful AMD Ryzen 7 5700U Vega 8 GPU and a higher quality OLED screen with greater brightness at 378 nits, which provides better visual experiences and slightly improved gaming and 3D performance compared to the Vivobook 15X.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.6/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for content creation.
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
7.3/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook 13 to be 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 13 has 9 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.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.4/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and ASUS Vivobook 15X 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 15X and the ASUS Zenbook 13 compare to other laptops
"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 ZenBook 13 is a compact 13-inch laptop with a fast Ryzen 7 5800U and OLED display. The subnotebook is also light and the modern design is convincing. The selection of high-quality materials make the device not only light, but also very stable. In addition, the visuals and haptics of the device offers a high-quality impression. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U is a very good fit for the ZenBook 13, ensuring a high performance in the test. However, in terms of the 3D performance, we also notice that the Vega architecture is beginning to hit its limits."
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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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