Choosing between the ASUS Zenbook 14 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 comes down to what you value more. If high performance and a high-quality display are important to you, the ASUS Zenbook 14, with its better processor and OLED screen, is better suited for tasks like intensive engineering, 3D modeling, or gaming. Conversely, if you prioritize cost savings and a lighter device with longer battery life for general use like browsing or document editing, the Packard Bell Cloudbook is more economical and portable. The tradeoff with the Cloudbook is lower performance and a less impressive screen. Keep in mind the Zenbook’s higher cost, reflecting its advanced features and build quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook 14.
Key differences
General Use
7.2/10
5.7/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
339.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14 is good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 offers better general use capabilities due to its superior processor, double the RAM, and high-quality OLED screen, which contribute to smoother performance and a more vibrant display; it also maintains good portability and battery life, making it versatile for various environments. On the other hand, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is hindered by a lower-tier CPU, less RAM, and an IPS screen with lower color coverage and brightness, which can affect multitasking ability and overall visual experience, although it does boast excellent heat management and a higher portability score.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
5.5/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 is better equipped for gaming and 3D applications due to its superior integrated graphics and a higher refresh rate display, which provide smoother visuals and better overall performance; whereas the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has less powerful graphics and a standard refresh rate screen that is less suited for these tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.2/10
5.5/10
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14 is good for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
7.3/10
5.9/10
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 14 is good for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" 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
7.2/10
5.9/10
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14 is good for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" 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
8.3/10
5.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.1in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a better screen than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a superior panel with higher resolution and brightness, making it suitable for general tasks that require crisp and clear visuals. It also covers a wider range of colors in the DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB spectra, which is essential for accurate color representation in engineering and design work. However, it falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to a lower refresh rate, which is less optimal for the smooth visuals that these activities typically demand.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has 7 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
7.8/10
5.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has good build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$300
$350
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
$500
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a price of $300 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
"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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