The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a higher resolution OLED screen, which means more vibrant colors and deeper blacks compared to the Maypug's IPS display. If you need a laptop for activities that benefit from high-quality visuals like photo editing, the ASUS will serve you better. On the other hand, the Maypug is less expensive and could be adequate for basic everyday tasks like web browsing and word processing. The ASUS laptop also has more processing power and memory, making it suitable for more demanding tasks such as video editing or gaming, whereas the Maypug, with its more basic processor, is better for lighter use. Furthermore, the ASUS's larger battery capacity hints at potentially longer battery life, but keep in mind it is heavier, so it's less portable than the Maypug. If budget is a concern and your needs are modest, the Maypug might be a sensible choice, but for better performance and display quality, consider investing in the ASUS. 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 Maypug 15" Laptop
The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED.
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
5.8/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
600.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a powerful CPU and more RAM, contributing to a smooth and responsive experience for general computing needs, along with a superior OLED screen providing vibrant colors and deep contrasts, which makes it good for general use. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop has a basic CPU and less RAM, which may struggle with multitasking, and its lower-quality screen doesn't display colors as vividly or sharply, leading to a subpar general-use experience.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
5.6/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is equipped with a higher-end GPU (Iris Xe) and a higher screen refresh rate (120Hz), which contribute to smoother visuals and better performance for gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop has a basic GPU (Intel UHD Graphics) and a lower screen refresh rate (60Hz), which result in limited capabilities in handling graphic-intensive tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
5.6/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED outshines the Maypug 15" Laptop for engineering and design primarily due to its powerful Intel i9 processor, abundant RAM, and superior OLED screen with high resolution and color accuracy; these attributes are essential for tasks that demand robust processing power and detailed, accurate visual representations. In contrast, the Maypug, with its modest Celeron processor, lower RAM, and basic IPS display with lower resolution and color coverage, falls short in handling the demanding computational and graphical needs of engineering and design software.
Content Creation
8.2/10
5.9/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
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 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
7.9/10
5.9/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED 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
8.9/10
5.7/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED stands out because OLED panels offer vibrant colors, deep blacks, and its resolution and brightness make for crisp and clear visuals, which is less impressive on the Maypug's lower-quality display. When it comes to engineering and design, the Vivobook's ability to represent a wide range of colors accurately is crucial for detailed work, hence its superior color gamut coverage is essential, an area where the Maypug falls short. In gaming and 3D applications, however, the Vivobook's poor refresh rate can make fast-paced visuals less smooth compared to what would be ideal, although its high resolution and OLED technology still offer some advantages despite the Maypug sharing similar limitations.
Build Quality
7.2/10
5.1/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED 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
$990
$600
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$1,000
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The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a price of $990 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
"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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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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