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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 offers good portability with a lighter weight and a slightly smaller screen, making it easier for on-the-go use, while the HP 15" Laptop has a slightly larger screen for those who prefer a bigger display. Both have similar storage options and memory, but the Vivobook may marginally outperform the HP in general tasks. Additionally, the ASUS has a white backlit keyboard with no number pad and the HP includes a number pad which may appeal to users frequently working with numbers. When considering battery life for typical usage, both appear to offer comparable longevity. Both machines are not ideal for intensive gaming or high-performance tasks like 3D rendering or engineering software, but can handle basic general use effectively. If keyboard quality, speaker performance, or having the newest release is important, the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a slight edge, with a more recent release date and marginally better feedback in these areas. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 14
- Very good portability
Advantages of the HP 15" Laptop
- The HP 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook Go 14.
Key differences
General Use
6.2
6.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The HP 15" Laptop and ASUS Vivobook Go 14 are both only fair for general use, though the HP 15" Laptop is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14, with its AMD Ryzen CPU and lighter weight, offers good portability and decent performance, but the lower screen quality and speaker quality might detract from the overall experience. The HP 15" Laptop, on the other hand, provides a larger screen and a slightly better speaker quality, though it has less storage and is heavier, which may affect its convenience for users on-the-go.
Screen Quality
6.2
6.3
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The HP 15" Laptop has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 for content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 and HP 15" Laptop are adequate for everyday tasks due to their screen resolution and brightness, which provide a comfortable viewing experience for activities like browsing and document editing. For engineering and design work, while they suffice for less color-critical tasks, professionals might find the limited color gamut coverage restrictive when precision in color representation is necessary. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, their lower refresh rates and moderate resolution may not deliver the smooth visuals preferred by enthusiasts or professionals in these fields.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has very good portability, while the HP 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
6.0
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 and HP 15" Laptop both have only fair build quality, though the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$450
$375
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a price of $450 and the HP 15" Laptop costs $375.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.7
5.9
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The HP 15" Laptop and ASUS Vivobook Go 14 are both poor for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is equipped with an AMD Radeon 610M GPU, which is less powerful compared to the Intel UHD Graphics found in the HP 15" Laptop, affecting gaming and 3D performance. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates and resolution, but the HP's slightly better GPU gives it an edge for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
5.9
6.2
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP 15" Laptop to be only fair for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is labeled poor for engineering and design because it has a lower-tier AMD Ryzen 3 CPU and Radeon 610M GPU, which are less capable of handling demanding engineering software and complex design tasks than the HP 15" Laptop's Intel i3 CPU and UHD Graphics. Furthermore, while both have similar quality IPS displays with a 1920 x 1080 resolution, the HP Laptop's somewhat larger screen may offer a slightly more comfortable viewing experience for detailed work.
Content Creation
6.5
6.9
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP 15" Laptop and ASUS Vivobook Go 14 are both only fair for content creation.
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
6.7
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP 15" Laptop and ASUS Vivobook Go 14 are both only fair for software development.
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.
Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The HP 15" Laptop 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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 and the HP 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook Go 14 | HP 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$450 | $375 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.04 lbs | 3.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.78" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.42" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 3 7320U | Intel i3-1215U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
HP 15" Laptop
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Alex Iliev | August 2022
"Chances are high that the HP 15 is one of the first laptops to pop up when you search for an inexpensive notebook. Indeed, its price tag is very tempting for many, and of course, this is the reason for its popularity. However, the HP 15" suffers from poor performance due to low power consumption. On the bright side, one of the good things about it is the port selection. On the inside, this includes two SODIMM slots for memory, an M.2 PCIe x4 slot for storage, and a SATA drive bay. However, the TN panel, and mediocre input devices are not ideal."
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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 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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