The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED with its high-quality OLED screen, superior processor, and larger storage and memory is well-suited for demanding tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering work, though it's less portable and more expensive than the HP. The HP 14" Laptop has a lower resolution IPS screen and less powerful components but offers longer battery life, is more portable due to its lighter weight, and is more affordable, making it a good fit for general use such as browsing, office tasks, and light multimedia consumption. Neither laptop is ideal for intensive gaming despite their capabilities. If performance is a priority and budget allows, go with the ASUS; if you prefer portability, longer battery life, and a lower price, the HP is a sensible choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Advantages of the HP 14" Laptop
Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
6.7/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
600.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good for general use, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a higher-performing CPU, more RAM, superior screen quality with an OLED display, and a larger battery, making it better for varied and demanding tasks, which reflects in its good rating for general use. The HP 14" Laptop has a moderate CPU, less RAM, and a lower-quality IPS screen, but it is lighter and therefore more portable, although these trade-offs result in a fair rating for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
5.8/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 14" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is equipped with a high performance GPU and a 120Hz OLED screen, making it better suited for gaming and 3D applications than the HP 14" Laptop, which has a less capable GPU and a 60Hz IPS screen. Additionally, the Vivobook's superior screen resolution and quality complement its higher refresh rate, providing a richer visual experience compared to the HP's more basic display features.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
6.0/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is better suited for engineering and design use due to its superior central processing unit (CPU), graphics processing unit (GPU), and high-quality OLED screen, which provide the necessary performance and visual clarity for such tasks. In contrast, the HP 14" Laptop, with a mid-range CPU, integrated graphics, and a standard IPS screen, while still capable, does not deliver the same level of power and display quality for demanding engineering and design applications.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.0/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for content creation, while the HP 14" Laptop 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
7.9/10
6.8/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good for software development, while the HP 14" 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
8.9/10
6.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the HP 14" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a vibrant display with high resolution and brightness, which enhances visuals for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, while its wide color gamut ensures accurate colors crucial for design professionals. However, its lower refresh rate limits the smoothness required for 3D applications and gaming. In contrast, the HP 14" Laptop, with fair screen quality, supports general activities and engineering designs decently but lacks in both the color accuracy and refresh rate needed for optimal design work and gaming experiences.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has 7 hours of battery life. The HP 14" Laptop has 8.5 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.
Build Quality
7.2/10
6.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good build quality, while the HP 14" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$990
$418
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a price of $990 and the HP 14" Laptop costs $418.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP 14" Laptop to have very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and the HP 14" Laptop compare to other laptops
"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."
"This feels like an ideal laptop for someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of money on a laptop and isn’t too bothered by things like build quality or construction. It’s a laptop that will be used to pay bills, keep track of expenses, do some online shopping, and will be tucked away in a spare bedroom/home office. It’s an appliance designed to do a job without fuss. It’s not a premium experience—the materials do feel a little cheap, the display won’t exactly wow you, and the battery life is nothing to write home about, especially if you’ve used more expensive devices. But overall it’s not too shabby, especially for the price."
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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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