The ASUS Vivobook Go 12, being much less expensive, is a good fit for everyday tasks like browsing the web, streaming video, and word processing, but it may not offer the same level of performance as the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, which is typically designed for the business professional or power user, who needs higher performance for tasks such as video editing, graphic design, and data analysis. The Lenovo will likely have better build quality, screen, and overall performance, but this comes at a higher price. If you need a more portable device for light use and price is a major concern, the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 could be a suitable choice; however, if you rely on your laptop for your work and require top performance, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga could be a worthy investment. Consider your daily needs and whether the trade-off between cost and capability aligns with them. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 12
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.2/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12's lower-end CPU and RAM, inferior TN panel, and limited storage make it less suitable for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga offers a higher performance CPU, greater RAM, premium IPS screen, and more storage, which contributes to better general use capabilities. Additionally, the ThinkPad's higher battery capacity, better build quality, and advanced features like a convertible design enhance user experience, justifying its suitability for general use over the ASUS Vivobook Go 12.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.0/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.1/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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
5.3/10
6.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a basic CPU, less RAM, and a lower-quality screen, which makes it less suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga offers a more powerful CPU, more RAM, and a higher-quality screen that can better handle such tasks.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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
7.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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
7.3/10
11.6in
SIZE
13.5in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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 a laptop, the ASUS Vivobook Go 12's screen may be less sharp and less vivid due to its lower resolution and brightness, which makes it less suitable for general browsing and video streaming. For engineering and design work where accurate color representation is crucial, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga with its higher color accuracy will provide a more precise visual experience, though it may not be optimal for gaming or 3D work that often require high refresh rates. While both laptops may not ideally serve gamers or 3D designers, the ThinkPad's superior resolution and panel quality make it better suited for those who prioritize screen quality in their general and professional tasks.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has 10 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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.
Build Quality
5.1/10
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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
$725
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a price of $267 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga costs $725.
"The ThinkPad X1 Titanium is a showcase of what Lenovo thinks business computing will look like in the near future. People want thinner, lighter laptops with high-quality screens and enough computing power to get their work done. The X1 Titanium achieves these goals with some controversial but innovative design choices, including a redesigned keyboard and a pared-down port selection."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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