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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is designed for basic tasks, with a focus on affordability and portability. If you're looking for everyday computing like browsing, office applications, and light media consumption at a lower cost, it's a suitable choice. On the other hand, the HP Omen 16, being a gaming laptop, offers higher performance suitable for demanding tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, gaming, and engineering software. It comes with a higher price tag and is less portable due to its larger size and weight. If you require extended battery life for on-the-go use, the ASUS might be preferable. If performance is a priority and you're willing to invest more, the HP Omen would better meet your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
- Good portability
Advantages of the HP Omen 16
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
338.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The HP Omen 16 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a weaker processor, less RAM, and a lower-quality TN screen, making it less suitable for demanding tasks and multitasking compared to the HP Omen 16, which boasts a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality IPS display that enhances the overall user experience. Additionally, the Omen 16 has a significantly longer battery life and better heat management, contributing to a more reliable and comfortable general-use experience, whereas the Vivobook Go 15, despite being more portable, falls short in these essential aspects.
Gaming and AI
5.5
8.0
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Omen 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is equipped with an Intel UHD Graphics 600 and a screen that refreshes at 60 times per second, which can be limiting for gaming and 3D applications, while the HP Omen 16 boasts a much more powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card and a screen with a higher refresh rate of 165 times per second, providing smoother visuals and faster response times suited for high-intensity gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.4
8.4
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is equipped with a lower-end CPU, less RAM, and a basic integrated GPU, which are not quite adequate for intense engineering and design work, whereas the HP Omen 16 has a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and a powerful dedicated GPU, making it well-suited for demanding tasks. Additionally, the HP Omen 16 features a higher quality IPS screen with a greater color range and contrast, further enhancing its suitability for design applications.
Content Creation
5.7
7.8
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen 16 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
9.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen 16 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
7.6
15.6in
SIZE
16.1in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
338.0 nits
The HP Omen 16 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 Vivobook Go 15's screen may not offer the clarity and vibrancy due to lower resolution and brightness, while the HP Omen 16's better resolution and brighter display provide a more comfortable and crisp viewing experience. Engineering and design workflows demand accurate color representation, which the HP Omen 16 handles more effectively with its wider color gamuts, whereas the Vivobook's screen may fall short, failing to display colors precisely. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 lacks the high refresh rate that's crucial for smooth motion, but despite having a good screen, the HP Omen 16 doesn't excel here either, suggesting neither are optimal for high-speed gaming that benefits from rapid screen updates.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
16.1in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has good portability, while the HP Omen 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$240
$1,100
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a price of $240 and the HP Omen 16 costs $1,100.
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Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The HP Omen 16 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.4
The HP Omen 16 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 Omen 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook Go 15 | HP Omen 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$240 | $1,100 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.71'' | 14.5'' x 10.2'' x 0.93'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.46 lbs | 5.4 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.18" | 14.53" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.31" | 10.21" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel i7-13700HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 83 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16.1" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 338 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 480p | 1080p | |
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 | 2 | |
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."
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Christian Hintze | October 2021
"The Omen 16 has proven to be a fairly good mid-range gaming laptop with all-around improvements compared to the Omen 15. The high overall performance level across all use cases, the long battery life, and the good FHD display constitute the main advantages of this HP laptop. The main drawbacks are the faulty touchpad (one-off?) and the high latencies that can be observed even after just opening the browser. Furthermore, the useless, preinstalled 30-day trial versions of various software also fall under the category "unnecessary"."
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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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