The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a less powerful Intel Celeron CPU, less RAM, and a lower-resolution TN screen, which greatly limits performance for general use when compared to the HP EliteBook 845 G9, which offers a more robust AMD Ryzen CPU, more RAM, and a higher-resolution IPS screen. Additionally, the HP EliteBook has superior portability features, including a bigger battery, contributing to longer battery life and a higher portability score, making it well-suited for mobile use whereas the ASUS's excellent portability is offset by its lower-quality components and poorer general performance.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 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 Intel UHD Graphics, which offer minimal performance for gaming and 3D applications; its screen also has a lower refresh rate and lower quality panel, impacting graphic fluidity and image clarity.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
7.2/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a basic Intel Celeron processor and integrated graphics, less RAM, and a lower quality TN screen, which makes it poorly suited for demanding engineering and design tasks. In contrast, the HP EliteBook 845 G9 is equipped with a more powerful AMD Ryzen processor, superior AMD graphics, more RAM, and a higher-resolution IPS display, making it more capable for such intensive work.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 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
5.7/10
7.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 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
5.1/10
7.1/10
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
402.0 nits
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When selecting between the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 and the HP EliteBook 845 G9, consider that the Vivobook's screen may lack clarity and vibrancy across all scenarios due to lower resolution and brightness, which impacts daily tasks, engineering applications, and gaming visuals. The EliteBook, with its higher-resolution display and brightness, provides a clear and detailed visual experience for both everyday tasks and professional design work, although its color reproduction might not be as extensive as other specialized screens. For gaming and 3D applications, neither laptop excels in refresh rate, but the EliteBook’s slightly better resolution and panel type offer a more satisfactory experience than the Vivobook.
Battery
10.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has 10 hours of battery life. The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has 12 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 HP EliteBook 845 G9 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
8.0/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has very 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
$740
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a price of $267 and the HP EliteBook 845 G9 costs $740.
"The high-end version of the HP EliteBook 845 G9 with a Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS, 32GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD packs a lot of power, but is still quiet and cool enough to operate in noise-sensitive environments. Quiet, cool and drawing on a massive 40 watts from the APU at the same time, however, is not possible. The 14-incher only has a single-fan solution and it only just manages to keep an near unthrottled Ryzen 9 in check."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 or the HP EliteBook 845 G9
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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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