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Updated January 10, 2024·
If your priority is higher storage capacity and more memory, the HP 15" Laptop will be a better option as it comes with more storage and RAM compared to the Asus Vivobook Go 15. The HP also boasts a better screen type, which means you’ll likely get better color representation and viewing angles, valuable if you do any work with graphics or enjoy watching videos. On the other hand, the Asus Vivobook Go 15 is lighter which makes it more portable, and if you only need a laptop for basic tasks it may be the more cost-effective choice. Keep in mind, the Asus runs Windows 11S which is a more limited version of Windows, so if you require the full range of Windows software capabilities, the HP with Windows 11 Home would be preferable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
- Good overall build quality
Advantages of the HP 15" Laptop
- The HP 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook Go 15.
Key differences
General Use
5.6
6.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The HP 15" Laptop is only fair for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a less powerful Celeron processor, half the RAM and storage, and a lower-quality TN screen than the HP 15" Laptop, which features a more capable i3 processor, double the RAM and storage, and a higher-quality IPS display; this difference in specifications contributes to the ASUS's poorer performance in general use when compared to the fair performance of the HP. The HP also boasts a slightly better screen brightness and colorspace coverage, enhancing its suitability for a wider range of general tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.4
6.2
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 HP 15" Laptop is only fair for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a lower-performing Intel Celeron processor, less RAM, and a basic screen with lower color accuracy, making it poorly suited for engineering and design tasks that require robust computing performance and visual clarity.
Content Creation
5.7
6.9
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
IPS
The HP 15" Laptop is only fair 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
6.7
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
6.0/10
The HP 15" 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
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The HP 15" 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.
If screen quality is a priority, the HP 15" Laptop generally outperforms the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 with a better balance of resolution and brightness, which contributes to a more comfortable and clear viewing experience across everyday tasks. For engineering and design tasks where color accuracy is crucial, the HP 15" may only offer acceptable performance due to limited color range coverage, while the ASUS might fall short in providing the necessary color fidelity. For gaming and 3D, the HP again takes the lead with a potentially more suitable refresh rate, although neither may deliver the optimal smoothness sought by enthusiasts, and both could have limitations in visual detail and fluidity due to moderate resolution and panel technology.
Build Quality
7.0
6.0
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has good build quality, while the HP 15" 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
$377
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a price of $240 and the HP 15" Laptop costs $377.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.5
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
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The HP 15" Laptop and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 are both poor for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has lower-end Intel UHD Graphics 600, which is less capable of handling demanding graphics in games and 3D applications, and a TN display with lower screen quality, while the HP 15" Laptop, with its i3-1215U UHD Graphics, offers modestly better performance for such tasks and an IPS display, which generally provides better color and viewing angles. Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, but because of the better GPU and screen quality in the HP, it's considered fair for gaming and 3D compared to the ASUS Vivobook's poor rating in that regard.
Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and HP 15" Laptop both have good portability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook Go 15 | HP 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$240 | $377 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.71'' | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.46 lbs | 3.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.18" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.31" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel i3-1215U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 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 | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
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 | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 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 | 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 | 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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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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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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