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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is a more budget-friendly option, ideal for basic tasks like browsing the web, using office apps, and streaming video due to its lighter processing capabilities and lower display resolution. Its compact size contributes to excellent portability, but its limited power might be insufficient for demanding applications, such as photo editing, 3D modeling, or gaming. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14, while more expensive, offers significantly better performance suitable for more intensive engineering tasks, creative work, and casual gaming, thanks to a more powerful processor, higher memory, and superior display technology with higher resolution which makes for a better viewing experience. The Vivobook Pro 14 also has a larger screen, which can be an advantage if you prefer a bigger display for your work or entertainment but may reduce portability compared to the smaller Vivobook Go 12. Consider your primary activities and whether the additional investment in the Vivobook Pro 14 aligns with your need for higher performance and a better screen. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 12
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6
7.0
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
385.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is considered poor for general use due to its lower-tier Intel Celeron processor, less RAM, basic TN screen with lower resolution, and minimal storage, which can limit the ability to efficiently handle multitasking and day-to-day tasks. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is fair for general use, offering a more powerful Intel i5 processor, double the RAM, a higher-resolution OLED screen for better visual experience, and more storage space, which together enhance performance and usability for everyday computing needs.
Gaming and AI
5.4
6.1
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a basic Intel Celeron CPU and integrated UHD Graphics 600, with a standard screen refresh rate, making it unsuitable for gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 comes with a more powerful Intel i5 CPU and Iris Xe graphics, plus a higher screen refresh rate, which allows for fair gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
5.3
7.0
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12's less powerful Intel Celeron processor, minimal RAM, and basic graphics capability limit its suitability for engineering and design tasks compared to the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14, which boasts a more robust Intel i5 processor, double the RAM, and better integrated graphics. Additionally, the Pro 14's higher-resolution OLED screen offers superior quality for detail-oriented work, whereas the Go 12's lower-resolution TN display is less optimal for such tasks.
Content Creation
5.7
7.3
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 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
5.7
7.2
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.0/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 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
5.1
8.4
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
385.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a sharp and clear display for everyday tasks like browsing the web or watching videos, the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14's higher resolution and brighter screen offer a significant advantage over the Vivobook Go 12. For professionals working in engineering or design, the Vivobook Pro 14 with its superior color accuracy covering wider color gamuts will be more crucial for accurate color representation. However, for gamers or individuals working with 3D applications, neither laptop is ideal due to lower refresh rates, but the resolution and panel quality of the Pro 14 still make it a better, though not optimal, choice compared to the Go 12.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has 10 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 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
Excellent
Very Good
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
7.4
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$267
$548
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a price of $267 and the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 costs $548.
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How the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 and the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook Go 12 | ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$267 | $548 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11'' x 7.5'' x 0.67'' | 12.5'' x 9'' x 0.76'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.31 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 10.98" | 12.5" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.52" | 9" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel i5-11300H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 38 Wh | 63 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 11.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 90Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 385 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 5.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 480p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Marc Herter | July 2022
"The Asus Vivobook Pro 14 OLED is a Pantone Validated laptop that packs a lot of processing power. The Asus VivoBook Pro 14 OLED's highlight is its outstanding display: Featuring a 3K resolution in the 16:10 format and nearly a 100% coverage of the Display P3 color space, the display hardly leaves anything to be desired. The Asus laptop also shows impeccable rates in terms of general system performance. Combined with long battery life, low noise emissions, and relatively good speakers, the laptop can be recommended to users who can accept compromises in terms of connectivity."
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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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