The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is more budget-friendly, with a larger screen size, and includes a number pad, making it suitable for general use and everyday tasks. However, it has lower performance capabilities, less storage and RAM, and a shorter battery life which makes it less ideal for intensive tasks. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook 13 is pricier but offers a high-quality OLED display, more storage space, double the RAM, a more powerful processor, and a longer-lasting battery. It's lighter and more portable, making it better for performance-demanding tasks such as engineering and 3D rendering, and it also comes with a backlit keyboard and is generally better for long-term use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook 13.
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 13
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Excellent portability
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
378.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has lower RAM and a less powerful Intel Celeron processor, a basic TN screen with lower brightness and color coverage, and shorter battery life, making it less suitable for demanding general use compared to the ASUS Zenbook 13, which has higher RAM, a stronger AMD Ryzen 7 processor, a superior OLED display, and longer battery endurance, all of which contribute to better performance and viewing experience for diverse tasks. Additionally, the Zenbook's lighter build and compact size enhance portability, although it comes at a higher cost, whereas the Vivobook offers an affordable option with compromises in the aforementioned areas.
Gaming and AI
5.5/10
6.2/10
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
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 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
5.4/10
7.1/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15, with its Intel Celeron N4020 processor, 4 GB of RAM, and basic Intel UHD Graphics, is underpowered for engineering and design tasks that require high CPU and GPU capabilities; also, its TN screen provides lower quality visuals compared to premium screens.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 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
5.9/10
7.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 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
5.2/10
7.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
378.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS Zenbook 13's superior resolution and brightness offer clear and vivid imagery, making everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming more enjoyable, compared to the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 which may seem dull and less sharp. When it comes to engineering and design, the Zenbook's wider color gamuts ensure that professionals can see accurate colors and finer details, crucial for precise work, whereas the Vivobook's limited color range can impede this detailed visual work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, while the Zenbook's resolution and panel type are beneficial, its lower refresh rate can lead to less fluid motion, making the Vivobook similarly less ideal due to its poor overall screen attributes.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 13 has 9 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
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$240
$890
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a price of $240 and the ASUS Zenbook 13 costs $890.
"The Asus Vivobook Go 15 is a good option if you’re looking for one device to tackle a bunch of smaller problems. For simple school studies, portable evening entertainment or distractions, and getting household admin or light office workloads out of the way, it’s a great little package with respectable battery life, and a great contender for the advent of cloud gaming."
"The Asus ZenBook 13 is a compact 13-inch laptop with a fast Ryzen 7 5800U and OLED display. The subnotebook is also light and the modern design is convincing. The selection of high-quality materials make the device not only light, but also very stable. In addition, the visuals and haptics of the device offers a high-quality impression. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U is a very good fit for the ZenBook 13, ensuring a high performance in the test. However, in terms of the 3D performance, we also notice that the Vega architecture is beginning to hit its limits."
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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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