The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers better portability with its smaller size and longer battery life, making it a strong pick for those who need to move around frequently. It also has touchscreen capabilities. However, the HP 17" Laptop provides more RAM, which can be beneficial for multitasking and more demanding workloads. It's also generally less expensive, but it has a shorter battery life, which may be a drawback for users needing to work on the go. Keep in mind, the larger screen of the HP can enhance productivity, especially for tasks like photo and video editing. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Good speakers
Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.8/10
6.6/10
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for general use, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers vibrant and precise colors, making it ideal for engineering and design where color accuracy is paramount, while the dual-screen feature increases productivity in multitasking. However, its standard refresh rate limits gaming and 3D performance, where smoother visuals are crucial. The HP 17" Laptop, with its larger screen, provides a decent display for everyday tasks and sufficient room for design work, but it lacks in both color fidelity and refresh rate, affecting its performance in specialized design tasks and gaming.
Battery
8.5 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 hours of battery life. The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has very good portability, while the HP 17" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
6.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has good build quality, while the HP 17" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$999
$687
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the HP 17" Laptop costs $687.
The HP 17" Laptop and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a powerful Intel i7 processor and 8GB of RAM, suitable for tasks that require good performance, and features a high-quality touchscreen, but it is less portable due to its shorter battery life and heavier weight compared to some other laptops. In contrast, the HP 17" Laptop has twice the RAM, which is beneficial for multitasking and general use, and comes with a larger screen, though it may sacrifice some portability and has a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for use on the go.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
6.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The HP 17" Laptop and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is fair for gaming and 3D primarily because it has an integrated GPU that's decent for light gaming and a regular 60Hz display refresh rate, yet the smaller screen size and higher pixel density can offer sharper images.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
6.8/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP 17" Laptop and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both only fair 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
7.3/10
7.2/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and HP 17" Laptop are both 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
7.0/10
7.1/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP 17" Laptop and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and the HP 17" Laptop compare to other laptops
"The Asus ZenBook Duo's second screen is like the Apple Touch Bar, but better. Most would agree that having two screens instead of one can really boost productivity and the ZenBook Duo is no different in this regard. It's tough going back to just one screen after becoming accustomed to spacious dual-screen setups. For a laptop form factor, however, users will have to accept some compromises. Firstly, weight is the most obvious drawback as the system is several hundred grams heavier than a regular ZenBook 14. Additionally, colors on the second screen will not be as vivid as the main display."
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
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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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