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Updated January 12, 2024·
If affordability is a priority and you need a device for basic tasks like web browsing, document editing, and video streaming, the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is a budget-friendly option. However, if you require higher performance for tasks such as 3D modeling, machine learning, gaming, or engineering software, investing in the ASUS Zenbook 14 would be beneficial despite the higher price. The Zenbook 14 typically offers more powerful hardware, which supports demanding applications and multitasking. Also, consider that the Zenbook 14 may provide a more robust build quality, a more vibrant display, and a longer battery life. Meanwhile, the Vivobook Go 12 is more portable due to its smaller size and lighter weight, making it easier to carry around. Choose the Zenbook 14 if performance and screen size are critical, or the Vivobook Go 12 for simplicity and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 12
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 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
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6
7.2
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
339.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 offers limited performance with a basic CPU, less RAM, and a lower-resolution TN screen, which could challenge multitasking and viewing experiences, despite its excellent portability and battery life. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook 14 features a more powerful CPU, double the RAM, and a high-resolution OLED screen for a better overall user experience at the cost of slightly less portability and shorter battery life.
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
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
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.
Engineering and Design
5.3
7.2
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is limited by its basic Intel Celeron processor, 4GB RAM, and entry-level graphics, making it poorly suited for demanding engineering and design software, while its inferior TN screen with lower resolution does not provide the clarity needed for precise work.
Content Creation
5.7
7.3
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook 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
7.1/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 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
8.3
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
339.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 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.
For general use, the Vivobook Go's display lacks the sharpness, brightness, and clarity that the Zenbook 14 provides due to its higher resolution and better panel technology. The Zenbook 14 excels in engineering and design tasks with a display that covers a wider range of colors, essential for precise and accurate visual work, unlike the limited color gamut of the Vivobook Go. However, for gaming and 3D applications, while the Vivobook Go does not meet the mark, the Zenbook 14 also falls short due to its less suitable refresh rate, despite having a better resolution and panel type.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has 10 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 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
0.6in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
7.8
The ASUS Zenbook 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
$300
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a price of $267 and the ASUS Zenbook 14 costs $300.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook Go 12 | ASUS Zenbook 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$267 | $300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11'' x 7.5'' x 0.67'' | 12.4'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.31 lbs | 3.06 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 10.98" | 12.35" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.52" | 8.69" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel i5-1240P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
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 | 75 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 | 339 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 5.3/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Florian Glaser | August 2022
"Users who travel frequently and are looking for a portable laptop are in the right place with the Asus ZenBook 14. The sleek case is extremely light (1.2 kg) and surprisingly thin (1.5 cm). Outdoor use is also enjoyable thanks to the bright Full HD display, which is something that can rarely be said about laptops with TN or IPS panels. The excellent battery life complements this as well. Longer trips are no problem with the ZenBook 14. Another plus point is the high-performance Ryzen 7 5700U, which often leaves the Intel competition in the dust thanks to its large number of cores."
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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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