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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is more budget-friendly, making it a suitable choice for everyday tasks like web browsing, watching videos, and handling documents. Its smaller size and lower weight make it highly portable, ideal for traveling or moving around a lot. However, if you need more power for tasks like intensive engineering programs, 3D modeling, or machine learning, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED would be the better option. It usually comes with more powerful internals and a higher quality display. Additionally, the Zenbook's higher price also often reflects a build quality that's aimed at professionals. Keep in mind, though, with increased performance, the Zenbook may have a heavier build and shorter battery life compared to the lighter Vivobook Go 12. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 12
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
- 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
7.5
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
376.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12, with its basic Intel Celeron processor, 4GB of RAM, and lower-resolution TN screen, is less suited for general use, especially when multitasking or enjoying media content. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED, offering a more powerful Intel i5 processor, twice the RAM, and a high-resolution OLED screen, delivers a superior performance and viewing experience.
Gaming and AI
5.4
6.5
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has an entry-level GPU and a basic screen refresh rate which limits its gaming and 3D capabilities, whereas the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is equipped with a more capable GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, making it more suitable for such tasks, despite potential constraints from its CPU and screen quality which are only somewhat better.
Engineering and Design
5.3
7.7
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
5.7
7.6
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
7.5
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
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 14X OLED 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
8.6
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
376.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 likely has a lower-resolution display that doesn't provide the sharpness and clarity needed for general tasks and detailed engineering work, along with insufficient color accuracy for design. The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED, on the other hand, boasts an OLED panel with high resolution and brightness, delivering vibrant colors and deep contrasts suitable for general use and professional design, but its lower refresh rate may not be ideal for the smooth visuals required in gaming and 3D applications. This difference in screen technology and specifications leads to the Vivobook being less suitable for any visuals-intensive tasks, while the Zenbook excels in general and professional use but falls short for gaming and 3D content creation.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has 10 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 6 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
3.4 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
7.8
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
$575
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a price of $267 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED costs $575.
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How the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 and the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook Go 12 | ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$267 | $575 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11'' x 7.5'' x 0.67'' | 12.7'' x 8.9'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.31 lbs | 3.44 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 10.98" | 12.67" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.52" | 8.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel i5-13500H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 38 Wh | 70 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 | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 376 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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 | 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 | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
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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Matthew Buzzi | September 2023
"While one of the more budget-friendly configurations of the Asus Zenbook 14X OLED may make a compelling case as a top value pick, it’s difficult to be disappointed with the more expensive model we reviewed here. At its core, for all models, it’s a luxury-built laptop with extreme portability and a gorgeous OLED display. Our unit rocks with a snappy Core i9 processor for getting real work done, and the discrete GPU—even if it has a clear power ceiling—is a bonus for creative pros."
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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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