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Updated January 10, 2024·
To assist you in choosing between the ASUS Vivobook 16 and the HP 17" Laptop, consider the following aspects. If you prioritize performance for tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or demanding engineering software, the ASUS with its likely higher specs is a good choice, but its larger and heavier design makes it less portable. On the other hand, if you prefer a more portable and lighter laptop for general use, and can sacrifice some performance, then the HP with its larger screen could be suitable, especially if battery longevity is essential for you. Keep in mind that the higher performance of the ASUS might come with a steeper price tag compared to the HP, which could offer moderate performance at a more budget-friendly price. Choose the ASUS for high-demand tasks or the HP for general use with better battery life and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall build quality
- Good battery life
Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
- The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook 16.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.4
6.6
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
295.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for software development, and content creation, while the HP 17" Laptop has a better screen for engineering and design.
For general use, both the ASUS Vivobook 16 and the HP 17" Laptop offer screens with adequate resolution and brightness, making them suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing and document editing, but they might not stand out for high-end visuals. In engineering and design, where precise color representation is crucial, both laptops provide acceptable coverage of color gamuts, but professionals may require better color accuracy for critical work. When it comes to 3D applications and gaming, the lower refresh rates on these laptops' displays may lead to less fluid motion and responsiveness, lessening the overall experience for fast-paced activities where every millisecond counts.
Battery
8.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 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
6.0
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has good build quality, while the HP 17" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$660
$530
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has a price of $660 and the HP 17" Laptop costs $530.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.3
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
295.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 16 offers a larger storage capacity and higher screen resolution, which could enhance your overall experience for general use, while also being more portable and providing slightly longer battery life than the HP 17" Laptop. However, the HP 17" Laptop boasts a larger screen and better color accuracy which can be more appealing if you prioritize media consumption and productivity on a larger display, but with a tradeoff in portability and shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.2
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and HP 17" Laptop are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and the HP 17" Laptop both have integrated AMD Ryzen 7 7730U Vega 8 GPUs, which provide fair 3D and gaming performance but are not as potent as dedicated gaming GPUs, and 60Hz screen refresh rates, which are standard for regular use but may not be smooth enough for competitive gaming where higher refresh rates are preferred. Both laptops feature IPS screens for good color and viewing angles, but the ASUS has a higher resolution which means crisper images for gaming and 3D work, although the HP's larger screen offers a more immersive experience.
Engineering and Design
7.0
6.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook 16 to be good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and HP 17" Laptop are powered by the same AMD Ryzen CPU and integrated Vega 8 GPU, supporting demanding engineering and design tasks with their 16GB of RAM. However, the Vivobook 16 has a higher screen resolution and pixel density, providing crisper visuals for detailed work, while the larger HP is less portable but offers better screen color coverage, which is important for accurate design colors.
Content Creation
7.5
7.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and HP 17" Laptop 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
7.3
7.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for software development.
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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Vivobook 16 and HP 17" Laptop both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook 16 | HP 17" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$660 | $530 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | June 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.8'' x 0.78'' | 15.8'' x 10.2'' x 0.81'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.14 lbs | 4.58 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.12" | 15.78" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.82" | 10.15" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 295 nits | 287 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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ASUS Vivobook 16
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Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, Yannick Khong | May 2023
"The ASUS Vivobook 16 M1605 (2023) is a budget Windows laptop. It's available with various AMD Ryzen 5000 and 7000 U-series CPUs and integrated graphics. You can only get 8GB of RAM; however, there's an empty SO-DIMM slot if you want to upgrade it. It has an FHD+ (1920 x 1200) 16:10 IPS display, a full-size keyboard with a Numpad, a 720p webcam, and Wi-Fi 6E wireless connectivity. Ports include three USB-As, one USB-C, an HDMI, and a headphone jack. The USB-C supports charging but no video output."
HP 17" Laptop
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Francisco Lahoz | November 2022
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
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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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