The ASUS Vivobook 16 typically offers good value for general use and everyday tasks and has a larger screen, which may be more comfortable for long hours of work or media consumption. However, if you're focused on high-end gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning applications, the HP Omen Transcend 14, while more expensive, usually provides stronger performance with better graphics capabilities and faster processing power. Keep in mind that the Omen's gaming-oriented design might mean it has a shorter battery life and is less portable than the Vivobook. Consider your primary activities and whether they justify the Omen's higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has no clear advantages over the HP Omen Transcend 14.
Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
8.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
295.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16 offers a balance of performance and screen quality suitable for everyday tasks, but its larger size and average battery life may not be ideal for on-the-go users. The HP Omen Transcend 14, while providing solid CPU and RAM for efficient general use, stands out with its superior portability and longer battery life, making it a better fit for those who need to work remotely or travel frequently.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 is only fair.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 typically has a stronger GPU and higher screen refresh rate, making it more suitable for smooth gaming and 3D rendering than the ASUS Vivobook 16. While both laptops have capable CPUs and good screen quality, these are of less consequence where the GPU and refresh rate are the primary factors for gaming performance.
Engineering and Design
7.0/10
8.5/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 generally offers more powerful CPU and GPU options, alongside more RAM, which handle demanding engineering tasks and deliver smoother performance, particularly in graphics-intensive applications, compared to the Asus Vivobook 16; however, the Vivobook 16 is likely lighter with a better battery life, making it more suitable for those needing to work on the go, despite having a screen that's less suited for detailed design work. Both laptops should have quality keyboards, but for extended usage, the HP's cooling system may manage heat and operating noise more effectively.
Content Creation
7.5/10
8.3/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 is good.
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
7.3/10
8.1/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 is good.
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
6.4/10
8.6/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
295.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the HP Omen Transcend 14's high resolution, superior panel type, and brighter display offer a crisp and vivid viewing experience, making it superior to the Asus Vivobook 16's fair display. In engineering and design tasks, the HP's coverage of professional color gamuts ensures more accurate color reproduction, which is essential for precision work, while the Asus provides a satisfactory but not top-tier range, hence being rated lower. However, both the Asus and HP fall short for Gaming and 3D tasks due to their lower refresh rates, which don't support the smooth visuals often desired in fast-paced, graphic-intensive environments.
Battery
8.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 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.
Cost
$669
$1,699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has a price of $669 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 costs $1,699.
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."
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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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