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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 offers a good balance of performance and portability, making it suitable for general use and lightweight engineering tasks. It's also equipped with decent color coverage for creative work, though its screen may not be the best for tasks requiring fast motion or high color accuracy. On the other hand, the HP Envy 17 provides a larger screen with a higher color accuracy and is better suited for creative professionals who prioritize screen real estate and color fidelity over portability, given its heftier weight. For intensive engineering and 3D tasks, both may perform adequately but might not be the best pick for very heavy workloads, particularly if GPU performance is critical. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15
- The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has no clear advantages over the HP Envy 17.
Advantages of the HP Envy 17
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The HP Envy 17 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook S 15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the HP Envy 17 offers a better experience with a bright and high-resolution display, making it easier on the eyes during activities like reading or web browsing. Engineering and design professionals would prefer the HP Envy 17 because it typically provides wider color gamuts, ensuring more accurate color representation for their work. However, neither laptop is ideal for 3D or gaming due to their poor refresh rates, but the higher resolution and panel quality of the HP Envy 17 means it still offers a somewhat better visual experience than the ASUS Vivobook S 15 for these applications.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and HP Envy 17 both have good portability, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$908
$1,250
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a price of $908 and the HP Envy 17 costs $1,250.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and HP Envy 17 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 offers good portability for general use, with considerable screen quality and efficiency from its AMD Ryzen CPU and ample RAM, but its storage is less than the HP Envy 17, which has a larger, higher-resolution screen and a touch feature, providing a richer display experience at the expense of being heavier and hence less portable. Both laptops have high-quality CPUs and sufficient RAM for smooth operation, and while the Vivobook boasts a longer battery life, the Envy compensates with a superior keyboard and speaker quality, making it well-suited for multimedia consumption and productivity tasks, although it might run for shorter periods away from a power outlet.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.4
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
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
7.0/10
The HP Envy 17 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and HP Envy 17 both have dedicated GPUs, which improve gaming and 3D performance but might not handle the most demanding games smoothly. While the HP Envy 17's larger screen offers a more immersive experience, neither laptop has a high screen refresh rate which is crucial for the smoothest visuals in fast-paced games.
Engineering and Design
7.1
7.4
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Envy 17 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is well-suited for engineering and design due to its powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and ample RAM, further complemented by a dedicated GPU, making it ideal for demanding tasks like 3D modeling and simulations. On the other hand, the HP Envy 17 also excels in these fields with its high-performance Intel CPU and integrated graphics, boasting a larger screen with superior image quality and touch capability but at the cost of reduced portability and higher operating noise.
Content Creation
7.6
7.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
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 Envy 17 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
7.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Envy 17 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP Envy 17 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.
Build Quality
7.0
7.2
The HP Envy 17 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 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 S 15 and the HP Envy 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook S 15 | HP Envy 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$908 | $1,250 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.2'' x 0.74'' | 15.7'' x 10.2'' x 0.77'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 5.49 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.17" | 15.68" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.17" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
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 | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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ASUS Vivobook S 15
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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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Marcus Schwarten | April 2023
"In our test, the HP Envy 17-cr0079ng presents itself as a balanced multimedia laptop. Thanks to its solid CPU performance and dedicated entry-level GeForce, it can also be used for playing video games, as long as the demands aren't too high. Those looking for more can find it in the Dell XPS 17 for example."
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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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