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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is often less expensive and is suitable for general use, but it is not ideal for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming. In contrast, the HP Envy x360 15 is also suitable for general use and offers a better experience for more demanding tasks, such as 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, with increased flexibility due to its convertible design. Keep in mind that the Asus model is larger with a 17-inch display, likely providing a more spacious screen for watching videos or multitasking, while the HP has a smaller 15-inch display but may offer better portability. Consider your primary use case, portability needs, and budget when choosing between the two. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
- The ASUS Vivobook 17 has no clear advantages over the HP Envy x360 15".
Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
- Good for software development
- Good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
6.2
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
263.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The HP Envy x360 15" has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 17 for content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize viewing documents and web browsing, both the ASUS Vivobook 17 and HP Envy x360 15" have adequate screen resolutions, and their brightness levels are acceptable for typical indoor use, but their panel types may not provide the most vivid colors. For engineering and design work where color accuracy is vital, neither laptop offers the wide color gamuts required for professional-level color work. Gamers and those working with 3D content who require smooth motion will find the refresh rates on these laptops insufficient, with potential for less detailed images due to their moderate resolutions and non-specialized panel types.
Battery
6.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 hours of battery life. The HP Envy x360 15" has 10 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
7.2
The HP Envy x360 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
$430
$599
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a price of $430 and the HP Envy x360 15" costs $599.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.0
7.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
263.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The HP Envy x360 15" and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 17, with a larger screen and lower portability score, may not be as easy to carry around as the HP Envy x360 15" which also offers a 2-in-1 convertible feature for versatility. Furthermore, the Envy's AMD Ryzen 5 CPU often outperforms the Vivobook's Intel i3 in similar tasks, contributing to the Envy's higher suitability for general use, along with marginally better battery life and better speaker and keyboard quality.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.0
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The HP Envy x360 15" and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 and HP Envy x360 15" are fair for gaming and 3D tasks due to their integrated graphics, which are less powerful compared to dedicated gaming GPUs, and their standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is lower than the higher refresh rates preferred for smoother gaming experiences. Both have decent processing power and IPS screens with good quality for everyday use, but these components do not match the top-tier performance needed for the most demanding gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.3
6.5
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP Envy x360 15" and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 with an entry-level Intel CPU and integrated graphics provides sufficient power for basic engineering and design tasks but may struggle with more demanding applications, and its larger screen size is useful for detailed work, yet it lacks portability and flexibility. In contrast, the HP Envy x360 15 with an AMD Ryzen CPU and Vega graphics offers comparable performance, has a more portable and versatile 2-in-1 design with touchscreen capabilities, but also has similar limitations with intensive tasks and a slightly smaller screen that may affect workspace visibility.
Content Creation
7.0
7.3
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Envy x360 15" and ASUS Vivobook 17 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
6.9
7.2
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Envy x360 15" to be 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.
Portability
Good
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Envy x360 15" and ASUS Vivobook 17 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 17 and the HP Envy x360 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Vivobook 17 | HP Envy x360 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$430 | $599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 9.9'' x 0.78'' | 14.1'' x 9'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 4.43 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.72" | 14.07" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.89" | 8.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i3-1220P | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 263 nits | 271 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
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 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
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."
HP Envy x360 15"
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Matt Elliott | January 2023
"Despite its good looks, stellar webcam and comfortable keyboard, the Envy x360 15 is hard to recommend because of its dim, 16:9 display. If the display isn't an issue for you, just be sure to wait for a good sale price. Otherwise, a more modern two-in-one with a 16:10 display such as the Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 or Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 provides a larger workspace without adding much to the size and weight of the system."
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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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