ASUS Vivobook 17 vs ASUS Vivobook Pro 14

The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is better suited for engineering and design due to having a more powerful CPU and GPU, accompanied by a higher resolution OLED screen, which is beneficial for visual fidelity and detail in design work; whereas the larger screen and lesser performance of the ASUS Vivobook 17's CPU and GPU make it less ideal for intensive tasks, despite contributing to a more spacious viewing area for design software and multitasking. Additionally, the Vivobook Pro 14's superior screen and overall lighter build enhance portability and viewing quality, though the Vivobook 17 offers a larger screen that may be advantageous for some engineering and design scenarios.

For general use, the Vivobook Pro 14 stands out with a sharper display and higher brightness, providing a clearer and more vibrant viewing experience compared to the Vivobook 17. When it comes to engineering and design work, the Pro 14's coverage of professional color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB ensures accurate color representation which is critical for those tasks, something the Vivobook 17 does less effectively. However, neither is ideal for gaming or 3D applications, as they lack high refresh rates which are essential for a smooth and responsive visual experience in these scenarios.

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Both the ASUS Vivobook 17 and Vivobook Pro 14 are deemed fair for gaming and 3D due to GPU limitations, as they are equipped with integrated graphics (Intel i3-1220P UHD and Intel i5-11300H Iris Xe respectively) which are not as powerful as discrete gaming GPUs. However, the Vivobook Pro 14 offers a better screen refresh rate of 90 Hz compared to the Vivobook 17's 60 Hz, providing somewhat smoother visuals which is advantageous for gaming and 3D applications.

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