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Considering the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and the ASUS Zenbook 14, you'll find that with the Vivobook you're paying more for a higher performance CPU, more memory, and a larger display, which is great for intensive tasks and multimedia use. However, the Zenbook offers better portability due to its smaller size and lighter weight, making it suitable for general use and for those who are often on the go. Both have high-quality OLED screens, but the Vivobook's larger screen might be more enjoyable for watching videos or editing images. Ultimately, your choice should align with what matters most to you: high performance and larger screen size with the Vivobook, or better portability and cost savings with the Zenbook. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for content creation
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.9
7.2
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
600.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
339.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for general use, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a strong processor, more RAM, and a high-quality screen suitable for demanding tasks, but it is heavier and has a shorter battery life than the ASUS Zenbook 14, which provides better portability and longer battery life but with less processing power and RAM, making it fair for lighter, general use.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.1
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, with its higher screen refresh rate and more powerful processor, offers a smoother and quicker gaming and 3D performance than the ASUS Zenbook 14, which has a lower refresh rate and less processing power. Additionally, the Vivobook’s GPU, which is integrated with the high-end processor, is better suited for handling graphic-intensive tasks compared to Zenbook's mid-range processor with integrated graphics.
Engineering and Design
8.2
7.2
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 is good.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is equipped with a high-performance CPU and more RAM, better for demanding engineering and design programs, while its OLED screen ensures exceptional color quality and detail. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook 14, with a slightly lower-tier CPU and less RAM, maintains a balance between performance and portability, plus it also offers an OLED screen for quality visuals, making it suitable for less intensive tasks and easier to carry around.
Content Creation
8.2
7.3
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 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
7.9
7.2
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and ASUS Zenbook 14 are both good for software development, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is somewhat better.
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
8.9
8.3
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
339.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, with its vibrant OLED display, provides exceptional color accuracy and contrast, making it highly suitable for engineering and design work where accurate color representation is crucial. Its high-resolution screen with great brightness levels contributes to a pleasant viewing experience for general use. However, its typical refresh rate is not ideal for gaming and 3D applications, which benefit from higher refresh rates for smoother visuals and better responsiveness.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has 7 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook 14 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
7.8
The ASUS Zenbook 14 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook 14 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$990
$300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a price of $990 and the ASUS Zenbook 14 costs $300.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED | ASUS Zenbook 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$990 | $300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 12.4'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 3.06 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 12.35" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.03" | 8.69" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13900H | Intel i5-1240P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1620 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 90Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 600 nits | 339 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
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Darragh Murphy | November 2022
"The Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED excels as a capable work machine at an affordable price. It offers commendable performance, thanks to its 12th Gen Intel chip, delivers quality on-screen entertainment with its 15.6-inch OLED display, and can (kind of) get you through a full day of work. Oh, and its special Asus Antibacterial Guard is a nice touch for those who like a clean laptop."
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Florian Glaser | August 2022
"Users who travel frequently and are looking for a portable laptop are in the right place with the Asus ZenBook 14. The sleek case is extremely light (1.2 kg) and surprisingly thin (1.5 cm). Outdoor use is also enjoyable thanks to the bright Full HD display, which is something that can rarely be said about laptops with TN or IPS panels. The excellent battery life complements this as well. Longer trips are no problem with the ZenBook 14. Another plus point is the high-performance Ryzen 7 5700U, which often leaves the Intel competition in the dust thanks to its large number of cores."
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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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