The ASUS ZenBook Duo 14, with its distinctive dual-screen design, is tailored for multitasking and productivity, making it ideal if you're a creative professional or a student needing to juggle multiple applications concurrently. Its lower price point also makes it an attractive option for budget-conscious buyers. On the other hand, the HP Omen Transcend 14 is engineered for gaming and power-intensive tasks due to its higher-end graphics capabilities and robust processing power, which could benefit users involved in gaming, 3D work, or machine learning. However, this comes at a higher cost, reduced battery life, and potentially less portability. Therefore, the decision should be guided by your primary activities: choose the ASUS for cost-effective multitasking or the HP for demanding performance at a premium. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
Very good portability
Good speakers
Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
8.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
314.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, with its dual-screen design, is well-suited for multitasking and creative tasks, but its unique form factor can add weight and reduce battery life compared to traditional laptops. In comparison, the HP Omen Transcend 14 offers a balance of high-quality CPU, ample RAM, and a solid screen for general use, managing to maintain better portability and longer battery life, but it might not match the Zenbook's niche features like the secondary display.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
7.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, with its moderate GPU and standard screen refresh rate, offers satisfactory performance for occasional gaming and 3D tasks, while the HP Omen Transcend 14, equipped with a stronger GPU and higher refresh rate, provides smoother and more immersive experiences for frequent gaming and intensive 3D work. Both laptops can handle general computing well, but the HP Omen's superior graphics capabilities and screen attributes give it an edge for more demanding visual tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
8.5/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 packs a more powerful CPU and GPU compared to the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, making it better suited for demanding engineering tasks that require high computational power and graphics capabilities. However, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers unique screen quality and features that may benefit multitasking during design work, but with less emphasis on the sheer performance that the Omen offers, and it's generally more portable and quieter, which could be a bonus for on-the-go use and work environments that need lower noise levels.
Content Creation
7.3/10
8.3/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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.
Software Development
7.0/10
8.1/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for software development, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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.
Screen Quality
6.8/10
8.6/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 provides a clear and bright display with adequate resolution for daily tasks such as browsing and video streaming, but the HP Omen Transcend 14 has a superior combination of resolution and brightness, enhancing the visual experience. In engineering and design, the HP Omen's wider color gamuts offer more accurate color representation, important for precise work, whereas the Zenbook Duo 14, while good, does not match the HP's range. However, for gaming and 3D tasks which demand fast refresh rates, neither laptop excels, as both prioritize screen quality in resolution and color accuracy over the higher refresh rates that gamers look for.
Battery
8.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 hours of battery life. The HP Omen Transcend 14 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.2/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and HP Omen Transcend 14 both have good build quality, though the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$999
$1,699
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 costs $1,699.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 to have very good portability, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 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."
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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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