Choosing between the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 and the Lenovo V15 will depend on your specific needs. The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is generally more affordable and might be lighter and more portable, making it suitable for users who prioritize budget and mobility. On the other hand, the Lenovo V15 might offer better performance and could be a better fit if you require more processing power for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming. It's also possible that the Lenovo V15 has a sturdier build or a larger screen, which could be beneficial for engineering tasks or multitasking. However, such features might come at the cost of reduced portability and a higher price. Furthermore, the battery life of both laptops can be a deciding factor if you need to work on the go without frequent charging opportunities. Always check for the laptop's specifications in performance, build quality, battery life, display quality, and port selection to ensure it meets your specific needs before making a purchase. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 14
Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo V15
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Key differences
General Use
6.2/10
7.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Lenovo V15 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Content Creation
6.5/10
7.3/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Lenovo V15 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
7.1/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo V15 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
5.4/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo V15 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Vivobook Go 14 offers better clarity and viewing angles due to its superior panel technology and resolution, providing crisper images and more comfortable long-term use compared to the Lenovo V15, which suffers from lower brightness and less sharp resolution. In engineering and design, the Vivobook's color accuracy and wider color gamut make it more suitable for professionals needing precise color representation, while the V15's limited gamut can hinder detailed color work. For gaming and 3D applications, the Vivobook's higher refresh rate ensures smoother motion and improved gameplay experience, although it still falls short for high-end gaming needs, whereas the V15's slower refresh rate may cause motion blur and less responsive gameplay.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo V15 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.
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 Lenovo V15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$450
$579
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a price of $450 and the Lenovo V15 costs $579.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo V15 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a less capable GPU and a lower-tier processor which makes it poor for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the Lenovo V15, having a stronger integrated GPU in its Ryzen 5 CPU and a higher-quality TN panel display, is deemed fair for those tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.9/10
6.3/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo V15 to be only fair for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a less powerful CPU and GPU and lower amounts of RAM, which are very important for engineering and design use, making it less suitable compared to the Lenovo V15, which has a stronger CPU, more RAM, and a better integrated GPU, offering fair capability for such tasks. Additionally, the Vivobook's screen quality is inferior to the V15’s, with its display covering less of the sRGB and Adobe RGB color spectrums, which are crucial for color-sensitive work.
Build Quality
6.5/10
6.7/10
The Lenovo V15 and ASUS Vivobook Go 14 both have only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 and the Lenovo V15 compare to other laptops
"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."
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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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