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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is a solid choice if you prioritize affordability with a decent performance for general use, sporting a high-refresh-rate OLED screen which excels in color accuracy, making it suitable for tasks that benefit from vivid display like photo editing. However, the HP Spectre x360 might be a better fit if you prefer a laptop with a longer battery life and a touchscreen, which is also useful for creative work or presentations, and has a high-quality build and speakers. Both are not ideal for intensive gaming, but can handle 3D rendering and engineering software to an extent. Note that the ASUS is slightly lighter, adding to its portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the HP Spectre x360
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.9
7.6
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
406.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the HP Spectre x360 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the HP Spectre x360 has a better screen for content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED boasts an OLED panel that provides vibrant colors and high contrast, making it excellent for tasks like photo editing or watching movies, which is great for general use and highly beneficial for design tasks due to its wide color gamut, covering DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB; however, its standard refresh rate is less ideal for gaming or 3D work where a higher refresh rate is preferable. The HP Spectre x360, with its high-resolution and bright display, offers sharp and clear imagery for everyday tasks and professional design work, also providing satisfactory color coverage for precision tasks, yet it too lacks a high refresh rate screen, which is a limitation for gamers or professionals working in 3D environments. Both the ASUS and HP offer commendable visual experiences for their respective strengths but may disappoint users who prioritize smooth motion graphics and rapid screen responses crucial for high-end gaming or real-time 3D rendering.
Battery
7.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has 7 hours of battery life. The HP Spectre x360 has 11 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
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and HP Spectre x360 both have good portability, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
8.5
The HP Spectre x360 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.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
8.2
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
600.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
406.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Spectre x360 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a strong processor for general use, an excellent screen with OLED technology, and a lighter build for easier portability; however, the HP Spectre x360 provides an equally capable CPU, versatile 2-in-1 convertible design, and longer battery life, along with a touchscreen, which enhances its value for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.6
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
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 Spectre x360 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is designed with a higher refresh rate which is crucial for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, while the HP Spectre x360 has a lower screen refresh rate but adds touch screen versatility which may benefit creative 3D work. Both laptops come with high-quality screens and capable integrated GPUs, but the ASUS stands out with better refresh rates for gaming, whereas the HP offers a 2-in-1 form factor with a higher battery capacity that could be more advantageous for on-the-go use.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.0
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and HP Spectre x360 are both very good for engineering and design.
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
8.2
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Spectre x360 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED are both very 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
7.9
8.3
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Spectre x360 to be very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good.
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.
Cost
$990
$1,000
$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 Spectre x360 costs $1,000.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED | HP Spectre x360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$990 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 9.7'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 4.74 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.03" | 9.66" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13900H | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1620 | 3072 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 600 nits | 406 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1440p | |
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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Eric Grevstad | August 2022
"As we said, Lenovo's Yoga 9i is a tough competitor to the Spectre with an equally admirable OLED display. We're sad that neither of them has an HDMI port nor a niche or slot to hold the stylus, though the HP wins points for its bundled mini docking station and magnetically attached pen. Your choice will come down to screen shape—and in our eyes, just as seeing an OLED screen spoils you for an IPS panel, enjoying a tall 3:2 display spoils you for a more conventional view. The HP Spectre x360 13.5 is our new favorite 2-in-1."
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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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