The ASUS Vivobook S 15 offers higher performance with a more powerful processor and graphics, which may be necessary for intensive tasks like engineering or gaming. It also has a higher resolution screen, which is better for detail-oriented work or media consumption. However, it's less portable due to its heavier weight, and more expensive compared to the Maypug 15" Laptop. On the other hand, the Maypug is more affordable, lighter, and thus more portable, but it provides lower performance with its less powerful processor and lower-resolution screen, which might be adequate for general use but not for demanding applications. 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 Maypug 15" Laptop
The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook S 15.
Key differences
General Use
7.7/10
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 stands out for general use with a powerful AMD Ryzen CPU, ample 16GB of RAM, a high-quality screen with full HD resolution, superior screen brightness for clear visibility, and a significantly longer battery life, making it well-suited for varied daily tasks and continuous work without frequent charging.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
5.6/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is fair for gaming and 3D because it includes the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H Vega 8 GPU which offers a decent level of graphical performance, whereas the Maypug 15" Laptop struggles in these areas due to its less powerful Intel UHD Graphics which are part of the Intel Celeron N5095 processor. Both laptops have a similar screen refresh rate; however, the superior GPU in the ASUS results in better gaming and 3D capabilities.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
5.6/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 processor and AMD Vega graphics, providing the necessary power and visual capability for intensive engineering and design tasks, complemented by a higher quality screen. In contrast, the Maypug 15" laptop's Intel Celeron processor and UHD Graphics are less capable for demanding workloads and its screen offers lower resolution and color accuracy, making it less suitable for such professional applications.
Content Creation
7.6/10
5.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop 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
7.4/10
5.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop 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
6.3/10
5.7/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 offers a balance suitable for general use with decent resolution and brightness, while its color accuracy and range suffice for engineering tasks, but its lower refresh rate may hinder a smooth experience in 3D applications and gaming. The Maypug 15" Laptop, with inferior brightness and resolution, compromises visual clarity for everyday tasks and detail work required in engineering and design. Despite both lacking in high refresh rates for optimal 3D rendering and gaming, the Vivobook's slightly better display characteristics give it an edge in these scenarios over the Maypug.
Battery
9.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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
7.0/10
5.1/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$908
$600
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a price of $908 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
"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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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.
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