The ASUS Vivobook 15X, being less expensive, is a suitable choice if you prioritize saving money and need a laptop for everyday tasks like browsing, office applications, and media consumption. On the other hand, the HP Omen 15, while more expensive, is designed for gaming and demanding tasks, offering higher performance that might be necessary for 3D applications, machine learning, or engineering software. The Omen also likely has better graphics capabilities, which is important for gaming or graphic-intensive tasks. However, it could also be heavier and have shorter battery life compared to the Vivobook, which might affect its portability and convenience for on-the-go use. If your work or leisure activities demand high computing power, the extra cost of the Omen could be justified. Otherwise, the Vivobook offers adequate performance for general use at a more budget-friendly price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the HP Omen 15.
Advantages of the HP Omen 15
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Omen 15 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use, though the HP Omen 15 is somewhat better.
The HP Omen 15 offers superior performance in general use due to a more powerful CPU, double the RAM of the ASUS Vivobook 15X, better screen quality as indicated by higher brightness and color space coverage, and longer battery life. However, the Omen is less portable due to its heavier weight and has a higher portability cost, which could be a consideration for users who frequently travel or prefer a lighter device.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
7.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X is less suitable for gaming and 3D applications than the HP Omen 15 because it uses an integrated GPU which is less powerful compared to the HP's dedicated Nvidia RTX 3070, and it also has a lower screen refresh rate of 60Hz as opposed to the HP's 144Hz, limiting the smoothness of fast-paced visuals seen in many games.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.9/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 15 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
The HP Omen 15 is better suited for engineering and design tasks because it features a more powerful CPU and GPU, as well as double the RAM and screen brightness compared to the ASUS Vivobook 15X, which aids in processing speed and graphic capabilities. However, the Vivobook 15X is lighter and thinner, offering better portability, but its lower screen quality and lesser hardware may not handle intensive tasks as well.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.8/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen 15 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for content creation, though the HP Omen 15 is somewhat better.
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
7.6/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen 15 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
7.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
The HP Omen 15 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 decent display that's suitable for everyday tasks and some engineering applications, but the average brightness and resolution limit its appeal for more vibrant and detailed visuals. The HP Omen 15, with its stronger overall screen quality, provides a more suitable choice for engineering and design tasks due to better coverage of professional color spaces that ensure more accurate colors. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short because their refresh rates are not high enough to deliver the smooth visuals that these use cases typically require, despite their adequate resolution and panel types.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 hours of battery life. The HP Omen 15 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and HP Omen 15 both have good portability, though the ASUS Vivobook 15X has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$525
$995
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the HP Omen 15 costs $995.
"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."
"We consider around 1,260 Euros (~$1530) for a Ryzen 7 4800H, a GeForce RTX 2060, a 512 GB SSD and 16 GB dual-channel RAM to be a good offer that appeals to price-conscious gamers. Very high details are rarely a problem in the native resolution of 1,920 x 1,080. Buyers will also be spoiled with a top-notch battery life that even beats most other notebook classes. If HP now improves the speed of the WLAN module, the stability of the case and the repeatedly criticized picture quality, the competition will have to dress extra warmly."
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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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