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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is typically significantly more expensive than the HP 15" Laptop, but it offers higher performance with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor and more RAM, which is better for intensive engineering tasks and general use. It also has a larger storage capacity and a backlit keyboard. The Vivobook’s battery capacity is also superior, which tends to mean longer battery life, although actual usage will vary. In contrast, the HP 15" is lighter and therefore more portable, but it has a less powerful Intel i3 processor and less RAM, making it more suitable for basic tasks. Both laptops have similar screen sizes, display types, and resolutions without touch capability, but the ASUS has higher brightness and slightly better screen color coverage. If budget is a determining factor, the HP is more affordable, while for those who need more power and can afford to spend more, the ASUS is the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
Advantages of the HP 15" Laptop
- The HP 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook S 15.
Key differences
General Use
7.7
6.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good for general use, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 excels for general use with a more powerful CPU, double the RAM for smoother multitasking, better screen brightness, and higher battery life, making it well-equipped for a variety of tasks, albeit at a higher weight affecting portability. Conversely, the HP 15" Laptop offers a modest CPU and less RAM, which can handle basic tasks, but its reduced battery capacity and screen brightness make it less ideal for extended or intensive use, though it is slightly lighter which may appeal to those prioritizing portability.
Engineering and Design
7.1
6.2
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good for engineering and design, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is equipped with a more powerful AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and Vega 8 GPU, and it has double the RAM compared to the HP 15" Laptop's Intel i3 CPU and UHD Graphics, making it better suited for demanding engineering and design tasks. Moreover, the ASUS' higher screen quality and larger storage capacity further enhance its capability for such work, despite it being slightly heavier and larger, which might affect portability.
Content Creation
7.6
6.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good for content creation, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
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
7.4
6.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good for software development, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
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
6.3
6.3
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a better screen than the HP 15" Laptop for software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the HP 15" Laptop offer screens with adequate resolution and brightness, but their panel types may not provide the best viewing angles or color accuracy. Engineering and design tasks require precise color representation, and while both models are serviceable, they may not cover the wider color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB fully, which could limit color fidelity in professional work. In the realm of 3D and gaming, the refresh rates on these laptops are likely lower than ideal, so while they can handle the basics, they aren’t optimized for the smooth visuals and quick response times that high-end 3D applications and gaming demand.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP 15" Laptop 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
6.0
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has good build quality, while the HP 15" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$908
$378
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a price of $908 and the HP 15" Laptop costs $378.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.3
5.9
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook S 15 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the HP 15" Laptop have graphics capabilities that are suitable for less demanding gaming and 3D applications, primarily due to their GPUs and screen refresh rates that are fair but not high-end. The ASUS offers a standard refresh rate which is common in this segment, while the HP's GPU is recognized for entry-level tasks, with a similar refresh rate that doesn't cater to high frame rate gaming or advanced 3D rendering.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 15" Laptop and ASUS Vivobook S 15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook S 15 | HP 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$908 | $378 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.2'' x 0.74'' | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 3.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.17" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.17" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | Intel i3-1215U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 267 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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 | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Mario Petzold | February 2023
"Internals make Asus VivoBook S15 laptop a compelling option. The Asus multimedia laptop may look rather below-average with its modest black chassis, lack of a dedicated GPU, limited RAM and meagre port selection without Thunderbolt support. But your impression of the device will start changing once you set your eyes on its high-contrast OLED capable of producing deep blacks and highly accurate colours. And your opinion will change completely when the VivoBook is switched on. The AMD CPU can effortlessly keep up with powerful rivals from Intel. The integrated Radeon graphics blows away Intel's iGPU when it comes to graphics workloads such as rendering and simpler games."
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Alex Iliev | August 2022
"Chances are high that the HP 15 is one of the first laptops to pop up when you search for an inexpensive notebook. Indeed, its price tag is very tempting for many, and of course, this is the reason for its popularity. However, the HP 15" suffers from poor performance due to low power consumption. On the bright side, one of the good things about it is the port selection. On the inside, this includes two SODIMM slots for memory, an M.2 PCIe x4 slot for storage, and a SATA drive bay. However, the TN panel, and mediocre input devices are not ideal."
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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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