If your primary concern is cost and general use, the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 stands out as a budget-friendly option; it's much less expensive while providing basic performance suitable for everyday tasks such as browsing the web and using office applications. On the other hand, if you're looking for a laptop for more demanding activities that require high performance, like 3D work, machine learning, gaming, or engineering software, the Razer Blade 15 is a significantly better choice due to its more powerful processor, graphics card, and additional features that enhance the experience. However, it's also much pricier and slightly heavier, which could impact portability. The ASUS, while being more affordable and lighter, compromises on screen quality and processing power, making it less ideal for intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
Good battery life
Advantages of the Razer Blade 15
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Razer Blade 15 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, which results in poorer general performance when compared to the Razer Blade 15's more powerful CPU, larger RAM, and higher-quality IPS display. Additionally, the Razer Blade 15 surpasses the Vivobook with its better screen resolution and superior heat management, contributing to a more satisfying general use experience despite its slightly heavier weight and shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
5.5/10
8.0/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Razer Blade 15 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 which is much less powerful than the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti present in the Razer Blade 15, directly affecting gaming and 3D performance. Additionally, the Razer Blade 15 boasts a higher screen refresh rate, capable of 240Hz compared to the 60Hz of the ASUS, providing smoother visuals crucial for fast-paced gaming.
Engineering and Design
5.4/10
8.5/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15, with its limited RAM, entry-level CPU, and basic integrated graphics, lacks the performance capabilities required for demanding engineering and design tasks, and its lower-quality TN screen offers less accurate colors and contrasts than desirable. In contrast, the Razer Blade 15 features a high-end CPU, ample RAM, powerful discrete graphics, and a high-resolution IPS display, ensuring smooth and precise performance for professional creative work, with the added benefits of a well-crafted build and superior heat management, making it a more suitable option for engineering and design purposes despite being less portable and noisier under load.
Content Creation
5.7/10
8.0/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 15 is very 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
5.9/10
7.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 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
5.2/10
8.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Razer Blade 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 likely has a lower resolution and less vibrant panel, resulting in poorer display clarity and color, which is particularly noticeable in tasks requiring detail like engineering and design, while also lacking in gaming due to inadequate refresh rates. The Razer Blade 15's superior resolution and panel technology provide clear and vivid images for general and professional use, but it falls short for gaming and 3D applications where higher refresh rates are crucial for smooth visuals. The Razer's likely inclusion of wider color gamut coverage ensures accurate colors for designers and engineers, something the ASUS lacks.
Battery
7.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 15 has 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
7.0/10
8.5/10
The Razer Blade 15 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$240
$2,500
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a price of $240 and the Razer Blade 15 costs $2,500.
"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."
"The 2022 Blade 15 offers roughly 15 to 25 percent faster graphics performance and 20 percent faster CPU performance over last year's Core i7-11800H and RTX 3080 model. Thankfully, the system doesn't need to run noticeably louder or warmer to achieve faster results, but both power consumption and battery life take a hit. The higher consumption in particular appears to be a trend amongst many 12th gen Core laptops including the Schenker Uniwill Technology GM7AG8P or MSI Vector GP66 when compared to their previous generation counterparts. We're also glad to not see below-average CPU performance which was the case for the 10th gen Core i7-10875H model."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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