The ASUS Vivobook 17 is better suited for more intensive tasks due to its superior processor and larger memory, while also offering a bigger screen which makes for an enhanced viewing experience. On the other hand, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is more travel-friendly because of its smaller size and lower weight, making it a better option for those prioritizing portability and ease of transport. Moreover, the Cloudbook is significantly less expensive if budget is a primary concern, although it comes with the trade-off of lower performance capabilities and less storage, which could limit its functionality for demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
Good for general use
Good for content creation
Advantages of the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
5.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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
4.6/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 offers better general use performance with a more powerful Intel i3 processor and double the RAM compared to the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", which has a less powerful Intel Celeron processor and half the memory, making it less suited for multitasking and demanding applications.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
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 ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is fair for gaming and 3D because it has a slightly more capable Intel i3 processor with integrated graphics suitable for less demanding tasks, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor in this regard due to its less powerful Intel Celeron processor and weaker integrated graphics. Both laptops have similar 60Hz refresh rate screens, which are not ideal for high-end gaming, but the ASUS has a larger screen and marginally better processing and graphics capabilities, hence its better gaming performance.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
5.5/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 17, being equipped with a more capable processor, double the RAM, and better graphics capabilities than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", offers fair performance for engineering and design tasks which often demand significant processing and multitasking capabilities. Additionally, the larger screen size and higher screen quality of the Vivobook enhance the experience for design work, whereas the Cloudbook, with its lesser performance specs and screen quality, is not as suitable for these demands.
Content Creation
7.0/10
5.9/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is good for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" 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
3.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" 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
5.8/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
In considering the ASUS Vivobook 17 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", the screen quality of the former is better for general use due to its larger screen with higher resolution and brightness, providing clearer and more comfortable viewing. For engineering and design, the Vivobook's broader color gamuts ensure more accurate color representation, which is critical for precise visual work, but the Cloudbook falls short in this aspect. Meanwhile, neither laptop is ideal for gaming and 3D applications – the Vivobook's larger screen offers some advantage, but both lack the high refresh rates necessary for smooth visual performance in these demanding scenarios.
Portability
Good
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.1in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5/10
5.1/10
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has only fair build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$429
$350
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a price of $429 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
"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."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Vivobook 17 or the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
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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