Considering the ASUS Vivobook 17 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, the ASUS Vivobook 17 is often significantly less expensive and offers a larger screen at 17.3 inches, which could be beneficial for tasks that require a bigger display or that involve multitasking with multiple applications open at once. However, it is heavier and bulkier, making it less portable. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, although more expensive, provides a smaller yet higher quality OLED display at 13.3 inches, better performance with its Intel i7 CPU and more memory and storage. It is also lighter and doubles as a tablet, giving you added versatility. If portability, performance, and flexibility are top priorities and budget is less of an issue, the Galaxy Book2 360 is a strong choice. Conversely, if you prefer a larger screen and a more budget-friendly option, the Vivobook 17 may better suit your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
7.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
263.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for general use, though the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 17, with its larger screen and fair battery life, might suit those looking for a bigger display and a numeric keypad for comfort in tasks like data entry but compromises on portability due to its weight and size. Conversely, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 offers a sharper, high-quality touchscreen display and longer battery life, enhanced by a more powerful CPU and double the RAM, making it an excellent choice for those prioritizing performance and mobility, especially with its 2-in-1 convertible form factor offering tablet functionality.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.3/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 17's modest processor and average RAM limit its performance for demanding engineering and design tasks, while its large screen with fair color accuracy is decent for design work. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 offers a more powerful processor and double the RAM, coupled with a superior OLED screen for vibrant colors and details, all in a highly portable and flexible 2-in-1 convertible form factor.
Content Creation
7.0/10
7.6/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both good for content creation, though the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
6.9/10
7.4/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
6.2/10
7.8/10
17.3in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
263.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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 where tasks like web browsing and document editing are common, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 with its higher resolution and brighter display offers clearer and more vibrant visuals compared to the ASUS Vivobook 17, which has a fair screen that is passable for everyday tasks but less impressive. In engineering and design where color accuracy is critical, the Galaxy Book2 360's superior color coverage with wider gamuts ensures more precise color representation, making it better suited for professionals who rely on true-to-life color reproduction, whereas the Vivobook 17 may fall short for color-sensitive work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fluid motion is key, both the Vivobook 17 and the Galaxy Book2 360 lack high refresh rates, potentially leading to less smooth visuals during fast-paced scenes, which can detract from the experience in action-intensive scenarios.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has 8 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
Excellent
17.3in
SIZE
13.3in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5/10
7.8/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
$800
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a price of $429 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs $800.
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 17 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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."
"Samsung gets all the basics right with the Book2 360. Its convertible design works well in both laptop and tablet modes, yet still manages to be highly portable, with impressive battery life and eye-catching AMOLED display. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 measures just 12.9mm thick and weighs 1.16kg, making it one of the most affordable ultra-portables currently available. It’s sturdily built too, so it can cope with life on the road."
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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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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