The Asus Vivobook Go 15 is a more budget-friendly option and is suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and office work, offering a balance of cost and functionality. However, if you need higher performance for tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, gaming, or engineering software, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while more expensive, offers better performance. The ThinkBook's more compact size also makes it more portable, and it typically has a stronger build quality. Battery life in the ThinkBook may be better, which is crucial if you often work on the go without easy access to a power outlet. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Excellent portability
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 may fall short due to a less powerful CPU and less RAM, which can make multitasking and demanding applications sluggish, plus a lower screen quality that results in less vivid colors and sharpness. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, with a better CPU and more RAM, ensures smoother performance for various tasks, and its higher-quality screen, lighter weight, and longer battery life make it a more reliable and portable option for everyday use.
Gaming and AI
5.5/10
6.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a less powerful GPU and a lower screen refresh rate, making it less suitable for gaming and 3D applications where those features are crucial. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a better GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, offering improved performance and smoother visuals for such tasks, though the CPU and screen quality also play roles in the overall experience.
Engineering and Design
5.4/10
7.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15, while more affordable and lighter for easier portability, falls short for engineering tasks due to its less capable CPU, lower RAM, and basic GPU, along with a screen that doesn’t meet high quality visual standards. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x offers a powerful CPU, more RAM, a better GPU, and a superior screen, which makes it well-suited for demanding engineering applications, though it might be slightly heavier and pricier.
Content Creation
5.7/10
8.0/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
7.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
13.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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 you prioritize a clear and vibrant display for tasks like document work and web browsing, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x with its higher resolution and brightness offers a superior experience compared to the ASUS Vivobook Go 15. For engineering and design, where color accuracy is crucial, the ThinkBook's coverage of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB ensures more precise color representation, which the Vivobook Go lacks. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is key, the ThinkBook falls short due to a lower refresh rate, which is less of a concern in the Vivobook Go, though its overall screen quality still doesn't match up for these uses.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has 8 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
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.6/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 both have good build quality, though the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$240
$1,399
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a price of $240 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
"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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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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