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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is significantly less expensive than the HP 14" Laptop, which may be a major consideration if your budget is tight. However, the lower price comes with compromises, as it has less storage, less RAM, a less powerful processor, and a different type of display screen which might not offer as rich colors and viewing angles as the HP's. If you are looking for better performance in general use and multitasking, and if better display quality is important, the HP with its more robust processor and better screen might be the better choice despite its higher cost. The HP's stronger capabilities could better support activities like 3D modelling, machine learning tasks, or gaming. On the other hand, if you require a computer for more basic tasks like web browsing, office applications, and media consumption, and you prioritize saving money, the ASUS would suffice. Both laptops are similar in size and weight, making them fairly portable, but always consider battery life as it varies according to the tasks you perform. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
- Good overall build quality
Advantages of the HP 14" Laptop
- Good for content creation
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
5.6
6.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The HP 14" Laptop is only fair for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15's inferior CPU and RAM impact its performance for general use compared to the HP 14" Laptop, which has a more robust processor and double the RAM, adding to its multitasking capabilities and overall responsiveness. The HP also boasts a higher quality IPS screen with better color coverage and brightness, enhancing visual experience, which, combined with its slightly better battery life and portability, makes it more suitable for general use than the ASUS model.
Engineering and Design
5.4
6.0
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP 14" Laptop is only fair for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is rated poorly for engineering and design use due to its basic Intel Celeron N4020 processor, limited 4GB of RAM, and basic Intel UHD Graphics 600, which are not adequate for demanding tasks and applications commonly used in these fields.
Content Creation
5.7
7.0
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP 14" Laptop 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
6.8
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP 14" Laptop is only fair 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
6.3
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The HP 14" Laptop 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 has subpar display features that do not adequately cover the vividness and clarity needed for any type of use; the lack of resolution, brightness, and quality panel type detracts significantly from general browsing, watching videos, and productivity tasks. The HP 14" Laptop, while offering fair screen quality, provides better brightness and resolution, making it suitable for everyday tasks and some level of design work, but its color range is still limited for professional engineering and design purposes. For gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short as they do not offer the high refresh rates required for smooth visuals, and while their resolution and panel type might be passable, they cannot provide the immersive experience desired in these areas.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The HP 14" Laptop has 8.5 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.
Build Quality
7.0
6.0
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has good build quality, while the HP 14" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$240
$399
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a price of $240 and the HP 14" Laptop costs $399.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.5
5.8
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
8.7/10
The HP 14" Laptop and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 are both poor for gaming and AI.
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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP 14" Laptop to have very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and the HP 14" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook Go 15 | HP 14" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$240 | $399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.71'' | 12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.46 lbs | 3.22 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.18" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.31" | 8.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 8.3/10 | |
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 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 480p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
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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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."
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Nicholas De Leon | October 2022
"This feels like an ideal laptop for someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of money on a laptop and isn’t too bothered by things like build quality or construction. It’s a laptop that will be used to pay bills, keep track of expenses, do some online shopping, and will be tucked away in a spare bedroom/home office. It’s an appliance designed to do a job without fuss. It’s not a premium experience—the materials do feel a little cheap, the display won’t exactly wow you, and the battery life is nothing to write home about, especially if you’ve used more expensive devices. But overall it’s not too shabby, especially for the price."
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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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