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Updated January 10, 2024·
For general use, the ASUS Vivobook 17 offers a larger screen and a full number pad at a more affordable price, but it has modest performance capabilities. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is pricier, but it offers a higher-quality OLED touchscreen display, better performance with a more powerful processor and dedicated graphics, longer battery life, and a more portable design. If your work involves 3D rendering, machine learning, or you simply want a laptop with better display quality and performance, the Zenbook Pro 15 is the superior choice. However, if you're looking for an economically priced laptop for everyday tasks and prefer a larger screen, the Vivobook 17 will suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
- The ASUS Vivobook 17 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15.
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Excellent battery life
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
263.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
346.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for general use, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has lower storage, RAM, and a less powerful CPU compared to the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15, which features a higher-performance CPU and graphics, double the RAM, and storage. The Vivobook 17 offers a larger but lower quality screen, while the Zenbook Pro 15 has superior OLED screen quality, better portability due to its lighter weight and smaller size, and double the battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.7
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is fair for gaming and 3D tasks due to its Intel UHD Graphics and a standard screen refresh rate, which may not handle high-intensity gaming as efficiently as more powerful GPUs and faster screens. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has a more capable Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti GPU for improved gaming and 3D performance, but it also has the same screen refresh rate, which limits the smoothness of fast-paced visual content.
Engineering and Design
6.3
7.5
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 outperforms the ASUS Vivobook 17 in engineering and design due to a more powerful CPU and GPU, double the RAM for multitasking, and superior screen quality with an OLED display which offers better color accuracy and contrast. While the Zenbook Pro 15 also has a more compact and lighter build, enhancing portability, the Vivobook 17's larger screen may benefit those who prioritize a bigger workspace over portability and performance.
Content Creation
7.0
7.7
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for content creation, though the ASUS Zenbook Pro 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
7.5
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 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
7.6
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
263.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
346.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Vivobook 17's screen may fall short in clarity and visibility in bright environments due to its moderate resolution and brightness, whereas the higher resolution and brightness on the Zenbook Pro 15 make it sharp and easy to use anywhere. The Zenbook Pro 15 stands out for engineering and design tasks because it offers more accurate color representation essential for precision work, which the Vivobook 17's more limited color range cannot match. However, both laptops would not be ideal for gaming or 3D modeling, as their screens do not have high refresh rates, thus providing less fluid motion and responsiveness compared to laptops designed specifically for these purposes.
Battery
6.0 Hours
12.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has 12.5 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
6.5
7.6
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$429
$1,109
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a price of $429 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 costs $1,109.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and ASUS Vivobook 17 both have good portability.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 17 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook 17 | ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$429 | $1,109 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 9.9'' x 0.78'' | 13.9'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 4.41 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.72" | 13.94" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.89" | 9.37" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i3-1220P | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 12.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50 Wh | 96 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 263 nits | 346 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.2/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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ASUS Vivobook 17
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Marvin Gollor | May 2022
"The ASUS Vivobook 17 is an affordable 17-inch laptop with passive cooling. On one hand, you get a really quiet and cool work device with a good system performance, many connections, good maintenance options, speakers acceptable for multimedia enjoyment, and a sharp and clear matte FHD IPS display with the Asus VivoBook 17 (F712JA). On the other hand, the USB-C port lacks Power Delivery and DisplayPort, and the display, a higher brightness and better color space coverage."
ASUS Zenbook Pro 15
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Allen Ngo | May 2022
"The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers a strong CPU, chassis, and display. One of the most popular 15.6-inch prosumer or multimedia laptops out there is the Dell XPS 15. Thus, comparisons between it and the Asus Zenbook Pro 15 are inevitable. Asus has a couple of tricks up its sleeve that XPS users are still missing out on including 1080p OLED and an AMD Ryzen CPU which help separate the Zenbook Pro 15 from the XPS 15. It also integrates a numpad and a few more port options albeit at the cost of a larger chassis size."
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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.
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