If budget is a primary concern, the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 offers good value for everyday tasks and some creative work without breaking the bank. However, for more intense activities like gaming, 3D work, or other engineering applications, the HP Omen Transcend 14 provides superior performance and graphics capabilities but at a higher cost and with possible reductions in battery life and portability due to its more powerful hardware. Remember, with the HP you're paying for the performance boost, which might not be necessary for general use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14
Very good portability
Good speakers
Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
8.2/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
385.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is good.
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14, with its capable CPU and ample RAM, offers a smooth experience for everyday tasks, and its high-quality screen and lightweight design make it easy to carry around, though its battery life is a constraint for users needing longer unplugged periods. Meanwhile, the HP Omen Transcend 14 provides strong performance with its superior CPU and more RAM, a high-resolution screen for crisp visuals, and better battery life, accommodating longer use without charging, at the expense of being heavier and possibly less convenient to transport.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14, while having a decent GPU, may not offer as smooth gaming and 3D experiences as the HP Omen Transcend 14, which boasts a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate for better visuals and fluidity. Both have capable CPUs and good screen quality, but the HP's superior graphics performance and refresh rate make it better suited for high-end gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.0/10
8.5/10
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 generally offers a more powerful CPU, GPU, and higher-quality screen which are crucial for demanding engineering and design tasks, along with substantial RAM for multitasking, making it very suitable for such work. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14, while capable for engineering, might have slightly lesser specs in these areas, but benefits from being more portable and having a quieter operating noise, making it a good choice for users who prioritize a balance between performance and comfort.
Content Creation
7.3/10
8.3/10
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is good.
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
7.2/10
8.1/10
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is good.
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
8.4/10
8.6/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
385.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 for gaming and AI, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a sharp, clear display with good color accuracy for everyday tasks and professional design work, both the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 deliver excellent screen resolution, brightness, and panel quality. These models also cover a wide range of colors, important for engineering and graphic design, ensuring that your creative work appears vibrant and true to life. However, for gaming and working with 3D content, their screens fall short due to lower refresh rates, which can result in less smooth visuals during fast-paced action and animation.
Battery
8.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 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
$548
$1,699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has a price of $548 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 costs $1,699.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 to have very good portability, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.2/10
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 and HP Omen Transcend 14 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 Pro 14 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 compare to other laptops
"The Asus Vivobook Pro 14 OLED is a Pantone Validated laptop that packs a lot of processing power. The Asus VivoBook Pro 14 OLED's highlight is its outstanding display: Featuring a 3K resolution in the 16:10 format and nearly a 100% coverage of the Display P3 color space, the display hardly leaves anything to be desired. The Asus laptop also shows impeccable rates in terms of general system performance. Combined with long battery life, low noise emissions, and relatively good speakers, the laptop can be recommended to users who can accept compromises in terms of connectivity."
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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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