When making a decision between the ASUS Vivobook 17 and the Maypug 15" Laptop, consider their primary differences. The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a larger 17.3-inch display which is great for productivity and media consumption but sacrifices portability due to its size and weight. It offers decent performance for everyday tasks and could handle lighter engineering applications. The Maypug 15" Laptop, on the other hand, has a smaller 15.6-inch screen and is more portable, lighter, and often more expensive despite having modest performance suitable for basic use; it is less suited for demanding tasks. Neither are ideal for heavy 3D, machine learning, or gaming due to their entry-level graphics and processors. If you prefer a larger screen and can compromise on portability, go for the ASUS; if portability and having a slightly better build quality at a higher price matter more, the Maypug could be your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
Good for general use
Good for content creation
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook 17.
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
263.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 offers decent performance for general use with a better processor and a higher resolution display, which translates into slightly smoother multitasking and clearer visuals when compared to the Maypug 15" Laptop's lower-tier processor and lower screen resolution. However, the Maypug has a slight edge in portability due to its smaller screen size and lighter weight, but it falls short in battery life and computing power, making the Vivobook more suitable for tasks that are slightly more demanding.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
5.6/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is rated higher for engineering and design use due to its more capable processor and graphics unit, which are suited for demanding tasks, and its screen offers higher resolution and quality, advantageous for detailed work.
Content Creation
7.0/10
5.9/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
6.9/10
5.9/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
6.2/10
5.7/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
263.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize screen quality for a variety of tasks, consider that the Asus Vivobook 17 offers a balance suitable for general tasks and engineering work with its fair resolution and adequate brightness, whereas the Maypug 15" falls short with lower quality in these areas. For engineering and design, the Asus' wider color gamut will help ensure more accurate color representation, a feature the Maypug lacks. Gamers, however, might find both laptops lacking, as neither prioritizes the high refresh rates necessary for smooth gameplay, although resolution and panel type on the Asus are slightly more conducive to a better visual experience in less demanding games.
Build Quality
6.5/10
5.1/10
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has only fair build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$429
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The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a price of $429 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook 17 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a GPU that is better suited for gaming and 3D applications than the Maypug 15" Laptop's Intel UHD Graphics, offering more power for these tasks. Additionally, the Vivobook's larger screen and higher resolution enhance visual quality, despite both laptops having the same screen refresh rate, which is a critical factor for smooth gameplay.
Battery
6.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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.
Portability
Good
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Maypug 15" Laptop 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 Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
"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."
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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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