If you prioritize portability and a higher quality display with a sharper resolution and improved color accuracy, particularly for tasks like photo editing or design work, the Framework Laptop 13 is a superior option, although it comes at a higher cost. It also boasts better build quality, a higher quality webcam, and more versatile connectivity options with Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 support, making it suitable for a more advanced workload and peripheral integration. On the other hand, if your main concern is price and you're looking for a more budget-friendly option for general use like browsing, streaming, or office applications, the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 offers a larger screen and sufficient performance for everyday tasks, but with less impressive display metrics and build quality. Neither laptop is ideal for intensive gaming or heavy 3D rendering and machine learning tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 14
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has no clear advantages over the Framework Laptop 13 (2023).
Advantages of the Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
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
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.2/10
7.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
472.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 offers fair general use capabilities, likely limited by its lower brightness, reduced color space coverage, and less advanced processor compared to the Framework Laptop 13 (2023), which receives a good rating for general use partly due to its higher battery capacity, better screen resolution and quality, and more powerful CPU, all contributing to an overall higher performance.
Gaming and AI
5.7/10
6.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 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
5.9/10
7.3/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 falls short for engineering and design due to its less powerful CPU, lower RAM capacity, and lower quality screen, crucial elements for demanding software applications, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) excels with better CPU performance, higher RAM capabilities, and a superior screen that are very important for such tasks. Additionally, the Framework Laptop is also appreciated for its overall build quality including a better keyboard which is somewhat important for prolonged engineering and design work, despite the ASUS offering relatively better portability and quieter operating noise.
Content Creation
6.5/10
7.5/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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
6.4/10
7.6/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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
6.2/10
7.4/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
472.0 nits
The Framework Laptop 13 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 offers a screen that meets basic requirements for general tasks and design work, but its resolution and brightness are not top-tier, and its color gamut coverage may not fully satisfy professional engineering and design needs. The Framework Laptop 13 (2023), with its higher resolution and brightness, provides a crisper and more vibrant display that benefits both everyday and professional work, including tasks that require accurate color representation. However, for gaming and 3D tasks, both laptops fall short of the mark, as they lack the high refresh rates that would ensure smoother visuals and gameplay.
Build Quality
6.5/10
7.8/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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
$1,079
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a price of $450 and the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) costs $1,079.
"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."
"If you’re thinking of investing in your first Framework, now is the time. The kinks and rough edges have all been smoothed out and this is a very nice machine with a bright, upgradable future. The only reason I can think of to wait is the AMD model, which I’ll be sure to test as soon as I can get my hands on one."
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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 Framework
Framework is a new American laptop manufacturer, specializing in modular and repairable laptops with the goals of promoting longevity and reducing electronic waste. They are a strong proponent of the right to repair movement. Framework laptops have replaceable RAM, storage, ports, keyboards, display bezels, mainboards, and more, making them a great choice for repairability-oriented individuals.
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