For a balance of performance and portability, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 offers a longer battery life and is lighter, making it more suitable for carrying around. However, the HP 17" Laptop, while heavier and with a shorter battery life, offers a larger screen, which could be preferable if you prioritize a bigger display for your work or entertainment. Both laptops have similar processing power and graphics capabilities, but the HP is more affordable and has better screen color coverage, making it potentially better for activities needing accurate color representation. Think about whether a larger screen and richer colors or increased mobility and longer unplugged usage align more closely with your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15
Good for engineering and design
Good overall build quality
Good battery life
Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook S 15.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3/10
6.6/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for software development, and content creation, while the HP 17" Laptop has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
When considering screen quality for general use, both the ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the HP 17" Laptop offer panels that provide adequate resolution and brightness, making them suitable for everyday tasks such as web browsing, word processing, and video streaming. For engineering and design work, which requires accurate color reproduction, the screen quality on both laptops is deemed fair because they cover essential color gamuts but may not match the precision found in higher-end displays aimed at professional graphic design or video editing. However, for gaming and 3D applications where a high refresh rate is crucial for smooth visuals, both laptops fall short, with their screens offering lower refresh rates that can detract from the gaming experience and hinder the performance of fast-paced 3D tasks.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 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
Good
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and HP 17" Laptop both have good portability, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
6.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has good build quality, while the HP 17" 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
$687
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a price of $908 and the HP 17" Laptop costs $687.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is suitable for general use with its strong CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality IPS screen, plus its lighter weight and longer battery life make it easy to move and use away from power sources. The HP 17" Laptop also fits general use due to its comparable CPU and RAM, larger screen for better viewing, but the heaviness and lower battery life suggest it's better suited for stationary use with occasional portability.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
6.2/10
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
8.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and HP 17" Laptop are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the HP 17" Laptop are both fair for gaming and 3D because their integrated AMD Vega 8 graphics are adequate for lighter gaming but not for high-end gaming or advanced 3D tasks. They have the same screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is sufficient for basic gaming but less ideal for fast-paced games that benefit from higher refresh rates; plus, their CPUs and screen quality are good but not top-of-the-line, making them decent but not the best choices for intensive gaming or professional 3D work.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
6.8/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook S 15 to be good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 stands out with a more powerful CPU and RAM setup that is well-suited for demanding engineering and design software, while its high screen pixel density and contrast ratio provide a sharp and vibrant display which is crucial for detailed work. The HP 17" Laptop, although slightly less portable due to its larger screen, offers greater screen real estate and a higher battery capacity which can be beneficial for prolonged work sessions without the need to charge, and its superior sRGB and Adobe RGB coverage ensures accurate color representation for design tasks.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.2/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for content creation.
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
7.4/10
7.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for software development.
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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the HP 17" Laptop compare to other laptops
"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."
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
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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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