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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is a budget-friendly option with entry-level performance, suitable for general tasks such as browsing the web or using office applications. Its portability is decent, and its battery life should suffice for basic use. However, its lower RAM and storage capacity could limit more demanding workloads, and the screen quality is average. On the other hand, the HP Envy x360 15 offers better overall performance with more RAM and storage, a touchscreen, and a higher-quality display, making it more suitable for intensive tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, and light engineering work. Its battery life surpasses that of the ASUS, and it's slightly better built, although it's also more expensive, and its increased weight means it's less portable than the ASUS model. If your use case includes demanding applications or you value a better display and build, the HP Envy is a strong choice; but if cost and portability are your primary concerns, consider the ASUS Vivobook. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
- The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has no clear advantages over the HP Envy x360 15".
Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6
7.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The HP Envy x360 15" is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 comes with a basic Intel Celeron processor, 4GB of RAM, a TN screen, and a smaller battery leading to a shorter battery life, making it less suitable for multitasking and intensive tasks, while the HP Envy x360 15" boasts a more capable AMD Ryzen processor, double the RAM, an IPS touchscreen display for better viewing angles and touch capability, and a larger battery for longer usage, enhancing overall performance and user experience for general use.
Gaming and AI
5.5
6.0
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 Envy x360 15" is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is equipped with a less capable Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and a TN panel which is generally considered inferior for gaming and 3D tasks compared to the HP Envy x360 15"'s AMD Ryzen 5 7530U Vega 7 GPU and its higher quality IPS screen. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates, but the HP's better GPU and screen quality provide a fair gaming experience, while the ASUS's hardware limitations result in a poorer performance in those areas.
Engineering and Design
5.4
6.5
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP Envy x360 15" is only fair for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a weaker CPU and GPU, less RAM, and a lower-quality TN display, which makes it poorly suited for engineering and design work that requires more processing power and better screen quality. In contrast, the HP Envy x360 15" features a more capable CPU and GPU, more RAM, and a higher-quality IPS touchscreen, making it more suitable for such tasks, though it is heavier and possibly produces more operational noise.
Content Creation
5.7
7.3
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Envy x360 15" 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
7.2
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Envy x360 15" 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
6.2
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The HP Envy x360 15" 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 lack sharpness and vibrancy due to its resolution and panel type, which can be less engaging for everyday tasks and strain the eyes over time. While the HP Envy x360 has a fair screen that might be adequate for general activities and some design work, its limited color range can hinder professionals who require precise color accuracy for engineering and design tasks. Neither of these laptops have high refresh rates, making them less suitable for 3D applications and gaming, where fluid motion and quick screen updates are crucial for an immersive experience.
Battery
7.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The HP Envy x360 15" has 10 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.
Cost
$223
$500
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a price of $223 and the HP Envy x360 15" costs $500.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and HP Envy x360 15" both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
7.2
The HP Envy x360 15" and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 both have good 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 15 and the HP Envy x360 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Vivobook Go 15 | HP Envy x360 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$223 | $500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2022 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.71'' | 14.1'' x 9'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.46 lbs | 4.43 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.18" | 14.07" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.31" | 8.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 55 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 | 271 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 480p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
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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Matt Elliott | January 2023
"Despite its good looks, stellar webcam and comfortable keyboard, the Envy x360 15 is hard to recommend because of its dim, 16:9 display. If the display isn't an issue for you, just be sure to wait for a good sale price. Otherwise, a more modern two-in-one with a 16:10 display such as the Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 or Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 provides a larger workspace without adding much to the size and weight of the system."
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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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