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Updated January 16, 2024·
If cost is a primary concern and you’re looking for basic functionality for tasks such as browsing the internet, working on documents, and streaming media, the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 will serve you well. However, if you’re prepared to invest a little more, the HP Stream 14" may offer better performance for those activities and potentially last longer before needing to upgrade. The size and weight differences between a 15-inch and a 14-inch laptop are usually negligible, so portability is quite similar, but pay attention to battery life specifications – if you need your laptop to last a good while away from power outlets, that could sway your decision. For more demanding tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, neither of these models is ideally suited; they are geared towards general use rather than high-performance requirements. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
- Good overall build quality
Advantages of the HP Stream 14"
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
5.6
6.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The HP Stream 14" is only fair for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor for general use due to its limited RAM and storage, lower quality TN screen, and relatively short battery life, making it less versatile for varied tasks and longer usage times. Conversely, the HP Stream 14" offers fair performance for general use with significantly more RAM and storage space, a better portability score, and is lauded for its excellent heat management, albeit with a lower resolution display which affects screen quality.
Content Creation
5.7
6.7
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The HP Stream 14" 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
6.5
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP Stream 14" 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
5.2
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The HP Stream 14" has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 for content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and the HP Stream 14" have screens that lack sharpness and vibrancy due to lower resolution and dimmer displays, which can lead to a less enjoyable experience when browsing the web or watching videos. When it comes to engineering and design tasks, these laptops' screens fall short as they do not cover a wide range of colors accurately, making them less suitable for professionals who require precise color representation for their work. Lastly, for gaming and 3D applications, the screens' lower refresh rates may lead to choppier visuals, and the moderate importance of resolution and panel type means that these models wouldn't be ideal for those seeking immersive and fluid visual experiences.
Build Quality
7.0
5.5
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has good build quality, while the HP Stream 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$240
$299
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a price of $240 and the HP Stream 14" costs $299.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.5
5.7
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
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 Stream 14" and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 are both poor for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and the HP Stream 14" are both poor for gaming and 3D because they have weak GPUs, specifically the Intel UHD Graphics 600, and they both have screen refresh rates that max out at 60Hz, which is not ideal for gaming which often benefits from higher refresh rates. Additionally, the CPUs in both models are low-powered Intel Celerons, and their screen qualities are limited by TN panels with the ASUS having a full HD resolution, and the HP having an even lower resolution.
Engineering and Design
5.4
5.7
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Stream 14" and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 are both poor for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and HP Stream 14 both have low-end CPUs and lack dedicated graphics, making them inadequate for demanding engineering and design tasks that require high processing and rendering capability. Furthermore, both have limited RAM which slows down multitasking, and their TN screens provide poorer color representation and viewing angles compared to higher-quality displays, limiting visual detail essential for design work.
Battery
7.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The HP Stream 14" has 7.5 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Stream 14" to have very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has good portability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook Go 15 | HP Stream 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$240 | $299 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2022 | January 1, 2022 | |
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 | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.18" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.31" | 8.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel Celeron N4120 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 GB | 320 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 8.2/10 | |
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."
HP Stream 14"
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Zachary Cuevas | November 2021
"With half of the main system memory and a fraction of the storage that we recommend in any budget Windows laptop, the HP Stream 14 does not impress. Perhaps it doesn't need to, depending on your reference point. For the price, you're getting a functional laptop with Windows 10, which already places the HP Stream 14 above most Chromebooks on that merit alone. Still, in this price range, you can't do much worse, but you can do better. In fact, for just $100 more, you can grab the much superior budget option, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14."
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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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