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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you value portability and require a laptop with a higher performance for tasks such as engineering, 3D rendering, or machine learning, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is the superior choice; however, it is significantly more expensive than the ASUS Vivobook Go 15. The Zenbook Flip S13 offers a touchscreen with higher resolution, better color accuracy, and it is lighter, all of which enhances its suitability for professional and creative work. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook Go 15, despite being less portable due to its larger size and lower battery life, may be adequate for general use and comes at a more budget-friendly price point. 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 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
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
372.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has less RAM and a weaker processor, which can slow down multitasking and demanding tasks, and its TN screen offers poorer viewing angles and color reproduction compared to the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, which has a superior screen and higher specs for smoother performance. Furthermore, the Zenbook Flip S13 is lighter and more portable with a longer battery life, making it more suitable for on-the-go use, while the Vivobook's lower screen quality and lesser battery life can affect its usability throughout a typical day.
Gaming and AI
5.5
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
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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
7.4
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has lower-end components like the Intel Celeron processor, basic integrated graphics, and a lower-quality screen, which are not suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is equipped with a high-end Intel i7 processor, more powerful Iris Xe graphics, and a superior screen, making it well-suited for such intensive work.
Content Creation
5.7
7.8
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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
7.6
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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
7.9
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
372.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15’s screen may not be sharp or vivid enough for most users, with low resolution and dull colors that don't do justice to detailed visuals needed for both general usage and precision tasks like engineering or design work. The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, on the other hand, boasts a high-resolution display with vibrant color representation, enhancing the experience for general use and professional applications that rely on color accuracy, such as graphic design. However, both models aren’t ideal for gaming or 3D work as they lack high refresh rates, which are key for smooth motion and a responsive gaming experience.
Battery
7.0 Hours
10.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 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
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.8
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$240
$1,400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a price of $240 and the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 costs $1,400.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook Go 15 | ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$240 | $1,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2022 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.71'' | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.46 lbs | 2.65 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.18" | 12.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.31" | 8.31" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel i7-1165G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 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 | 15.6" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 372 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 480p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | 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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Josh Brown | January 2024
"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."
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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