Considering your requirements, the ASUS Vivobook 15X generally comes at a lower price with a larger screen, making it a good option for those on a budget who prefer a bigger display. However, it offers less RAM and may not be as high-performing for demanding tasks as the Razer Book 13. The Razer Book 13 costs more but is lighter and more portable with better battery life and screen resolution, and it includes a touchscreen. It stands out for general use with higher build quality and heat management, which may be worth the extra investment if you want a compact, high-performance laptop with better handling of intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the Razer Book 13.
Advantages of the Razer Book 13
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Excellent battery life
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
7.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
14.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Book 13 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use, though the Razer Book 13 is somewhat better.
The Razer Book 13 excels in general use thanks to its higher RAM, better performance CPU, more vibrant and sharper touch-enabled screen, and longer battery life, as well as being lighter and thus more portable than the ASUS Vivobook 15X. Although the Vivobook 15X has a decent processor and screen for everyday tasks, its lower RAM and battery capacity, lack of a touchscreen, and heavier build make it less ideal for those who need stronger performance and longer working times away from a power outlet.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.1/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Book 13 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X is considered fair for engineering and design use due to its average CPU performance with an AMD Ryzen processor and Vega 7 graphics, as well as a satisfactory screen quality with an IPS panel, but its 8GB of RAM may limit complex tasks. On the other hand, the Razer Book 13 is rated good for these uses, thanks to its more powerful Intel i7 processor, superior Iris Xe graphics, higher RAM capacity for multitasking, a touchscreen with a higher pixel density and brightness, better color accuracy, and a compact form for portability without compromising on build quality and keyboard feel.
Software Development
6.9/10
7.5/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Razer Book 13 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
13.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
The Razer Book 13 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a crisp, clear display and spend a lot of time on activities that benefit from accurate color reproduction, the Razer Book 13 with its higher resolution and bright screen may serve you well for general use and design applications, featuring better coverage of color gamuts like Adobe RGB. However, for gaming and 3D work where the fluidity of motion is key, neither laptop would be ideal due to their lower refresh rates, although the Razer might still maintain a slight edge if its resolution and panel type offer a more immersive experience despite its limitations. The Vivobook 15X, while offering average screen capabilities, would fall behind the Razer Book 13 due to its lesser screen resolution and brightness, making it less suitable for activities that demand high fidelity visuals such as precision engineering work and design.
Battery
8.0 Hours
14.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 hours of battery life. The Razer Book 13 has 14 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
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Razer Book 13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
8.5/10
The Razer Book 13 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
$1,389
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the Razer Book 13 costs $1,389.
The Razer Book 13 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X offers a dedicated GPU which is crucial for gaming and 3D applications, providing better graphics handling than integrated options, but the Razer Book 13 compensates with superior screen quality which can enhance visual clarity, though its integrated graphics may not handle intense graphic workloads as smoothly. Additionally, the Razer's high screen refresh rate makes for fluid visuals in games and 3D rendering, while the Vivobook's better GPU ultimately delivers improved overall performance for these tasks despite possibly having a lower refresh rate.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.6/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Book 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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Razer Book 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 Razer Book is like an XPS 13, but faster. The Book 13 combines the design philosophy and performance of a Blade Stealth with the 16:10 display of a Dell XPS 13 for an impressive piece of hardware. Office users who want something more stylish than the typical Dell, HP or Lenovo will certainly find themselves drawn to this Razer subnotebook. If your priorities are to have the best-looking and fastest 13-inch laptop in the office over auxiliary features, however, then the Book 13 proudly fulfills that niche."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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