The ASUS Vivobook 15X is generally less expensive than the HP EliteBook 845 G9, with a larger screen but lower performance in engineering and 3D/machine learning applications. The HP EliteBook has a more compact form, potentially better portability, and longer battery life. It is also more suitable for engineering, 3D, and machine learning given its higher color accuracy and contrast ratio, and it has more RAM. For general use, the ASUS may suffice, but for professionals needing better performance and portability, the HP EliteBook could be a better fit despite its higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the HP EliteBook 845 G9.
Advantages of the HP EliteBook 845 G9
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
7.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
402.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use, though the HP EliteBook 845 G9 is somewhat better.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 outperforms the ASUS Vivobook 15X in general use mainly due to its higher RAM capacity, better screen quality with higher resolution and brightness, and longer battery life, all of which are crucial for multitasking and prolonged use. Despite the ASUS Vivobook 15X having a comparable screen size and processor, it falls short in portability given its heavier build and is less suited for extended use without charging, compared to the lighter and more energy-efficient HP EliteBook.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.2/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 offers higher RAM and a more color-accurate, higher-resolution screen compared to the ASUS Vivobook 15X, which enhances performance and visual clarity for engineering and design tasks. Additionally, while the Vivobook has a decent processor and GPU for fair performance, the EliteBook's slightly superior CPU and GPU provide another edge for more demanding applications.
Software Development
6.9/10
7.7/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 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
7.1/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
402.0 nits
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 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 offers a display that provides adequate clarity and brightness suitable for everyday tasks and basic engineering applications but lacks wide color coverage and high refresh rates, which dampens its appeal for color-sensitive work and smooth visuals required in gaming and 3D modeling. The HP EliteBook 845 G9 boasts superior color accuracy and a more vibrant display that benefits engineers and designers needing precise color representation, but like the ASUS, it doesn't cater well to gaming and 3D due to a modest refresh rate. Both laptops may disappoint gamers and 3D professionals who prioritize fast screen refreshes for a more immersive and responsive visual experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 hours of battery life. The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has 12 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
8.0/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$525
$740
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the HP EliteBook 845 G9 costs $740.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has an AMD Ryzen 5 7523U integrated GPU and a standard refresh rate screen, making it adequate for casual gaming and less complex 3D tasks, but may struggle with demanding games or 3D work. Conversely, the HP EliteBook 845 G9, while also featuring an integrated AMD Radeon 660M GPU and a screen with the same refresh rate, offers a higher resolution display and better screen quality overall, allowing for a slightly improved gaming and 3D experience within the same performance bracket.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.6/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP EliteBook 845 G9 to have very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 15X and the HP EliteBook 845 G9 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 high-end version of the HP EliteBook 845 G9 with a Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS, 32GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD packs a lot of power, but is still quiet and cool enough to operate in noise-sensitive environments. Quiet, cool and drawing on a massive 40 watts from the APU at the same time, however, is not possible. The 14-incher only has a single-fan solution and it only just manages to keep an near unthrottled Ryzen 9 in check."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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