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Updated January 10, 2024·
For general use with a priority on portability and battery life, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is a superior choice, featuring a higher quality touchscreen display and longer battery duration. However, it does come at a higher cost. Conversely, the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 offers a more budget-friendly option, although with less storage, a lower quality non-touch display, and a more modest battery life. It is also slightly bulkier and heavier. If you require higher performance for tasks like 3D rendering or machine learning, the Zenbook Flip S13 again outperforms the Vivobook Go 14 with its better processing capabilities, more memory, and a display with higher resolution. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 14
- The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13.
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.2
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
372.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14, with its AMD Ryzen 3 CPU, 8GB of RAM, and a Full HD screen, offers basic performance and adequate screen quality for everyday tasks, while its larger weight and lower battery life limit its portability compared to the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13. The Zenbook Flip, on the other hand, with a more powerful Intel i7 CPU, double the RAM, better battery life, and a 4K touchscreen display, not only offers superior performance and screen quality for more demanding applications but also features a slimmer and lighter design, enhancing its portability.
Gaming and AI
5.7
6.3
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a basic AMD Radeon 610M GPU and a standard screen refresh rate suitable for casual use, whereas the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is equipped with a more capable Intel i7-1165G7 Iris Xe graphics unit and a higher quality screen despite sharing the same refresh rate, making it better for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.9
7.4
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a more modest CPU and GPU, and lower RAM, which may be insufficient for complex engineering software and tasks that require high performance, whereas the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 features a more powerful processor, higher RAM capacity, and a superior GPU suitable for demanding engineering applications. Additionally, the Zenbook Flip S13 offers a higher-quality screen, which is essential for design precision, while maintaining solid portability and quieter operating noise, making it the better fit for engineering and design purposes.
Content Creation
6.5
7.8
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
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
6.4
7.6
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
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
6.2
7.9
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
372.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has an adequate display for everyday tasks with decent resolution and brightness, but it falls short for professionals in engineering and design who require precise color representation. The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers a high-quality display that satisfies both general users and engineering professionals due to its superior color accuracy and higher resolution. However, neither laptop is ideal for gaming or 3D work because they lack high refresh rates that are critical for smooth visuals in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
7.0 Hours
10.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 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
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
7.8
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$450
$1,400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a price of $450 and the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 costs $1,400.
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How the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 and the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook Go 14 | ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$450 | $1,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.04 lbs | 2.65 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.78" | 12.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.42" | 8.31" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 3 7320U | Intel i7-1165G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 10.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 67 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 372 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | 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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ASUS Vivobook Go 14
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Danny D'Cruze | March 2023
"The lack of a backlit keyboard in this price segment shouldn't sway the buyer the other way. However, it still comes down to user preference. The Vivobook Go 14 is a decent laptop in an extremely competitive price segment. A few omissions are a part of the balancing to reach the price segment. The Asus Vivobook Go 14 is a rare find when it comes to the price to performance ratio."
ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
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Charles Jefferies | January 2023
"The Asus Zenbook S 13 Flip is an ultra-sleek 2-in-1 convertible. A gorgeous OLED screen and lightweight magnesium chassis make this convertible a traveller’s dream. Its SSD isn’t fast, but it won’t hold you back in everyday use. Its battery life also isn’t class leading, but it’s hardly off the pace. Overall, the Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED holds its head high in the premium convertible category and is a smaller alternative to the Spectre x360 13.5 and the Yoga 9i Gen 7."
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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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