The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and HP EliteBook 845 G9 are similarly priced and offer 16GB of RAM, but there are distinct differences. The Vivobook boasts a larger OLED screen, higher resolution, and better color coverage, making it ideal for visual tasks and entertainment. It also features a more powerful Intel processor which excels in general use and engineering applications. However, the EliteBook has a longer battery life and higher portability due to its smaller size and lighter weight, along with a better webcam and keyboard. The EliteBook, with a solid AMD processor and professional design, caters to business users who prioritize mobility and conference calls. Choose the Vivobook for performance and screen quality or the EliteBook for portability and business features. 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
Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the HP EliteBook 845 G9
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.2/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for engineering and design, while the HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
8.2/10
7.6/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for content creation, while the HP EliteBook 845 G9 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.
Screen Quality
8.9/10
7.1/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
402.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the HP EliteBook 845 G9 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED's superior resolution and panel type offer vibrant colors and sharp details, making it ideal for general use and engineering tasks where color accuracy is crucial. Its OLED technology produces a wide color gamut, benefiting professionals in design fields where precise color representation is imperative. However, its lower refresh rate makes fast-paced visuals less smooth, which is a drawback for gaming and 3D applications where high refresh rates are essential for optimal performance.
Battery
7.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has 7 hours of battery life. The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has 12 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
8.0/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$990
$740
$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 EliteBook 845 G9 costs $740.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and HP EliteBook 845 G9 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is equipped with a high-end CPU and ample RAM, making it well-suited for demanding applications, and its OLED screen offers vibrant colors and high brightness. Compared to the HP EliteBook 845 G9, which also features sufficient RAM and a capable CPU for everyday tasks, it has a less vibrant IPS screen but offers better portability and longer battery life, advantageous for users on the go.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
6.3/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and HP EliteBook 845 G9 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is better suited for gaming and 3D tasks due to its high-refresh-rate screen and superior GPU, which contribute to smoother visuals and better rendering capabilities in graphics-intensive applications. In contrast, the HP EliteBook 845 G9, while fair for these tasks, has a lower screen refresh rate and less powerful GPU, making it less optimal for high-frame-rate gaming and demanding 3D work.
Software Development
7.9/10
7.7/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and HP EliteBook 845 G9 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP EliteBook 845 G9 to have very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good portability.
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How the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and the HP EliteBook 845 G9 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."
"The high-end version of the HP EliteBook 845 G9 with a Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS, 32GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD packs a lot of power, but is still quiet and cool enough to operate in noise-sensitive environments. Quiet, cool and drawing on a massive 40 watts from the APU at the same time, however, is not possible. The 14-incher only has a single-fan solution and it only just manages to keep an near unthrottled Ryzen 9 in check."
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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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