If price is a major concern and you need a laptop for everyday tasks like browsing, streaming, and office work, the HP Pavilion 15 offers solid performance at a more affordable cost, although it may not excel in demanding applications. On the other hand, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, with its higher price tag, is designed for multitasking and creative work thanks to its unique dual-screen setup and more powerful hardware, making it well-suited for intensive tasks such as video editing, graphic design, and light gaming, but it's less portable due to its design. Consider how much you value portability and whether the added expense aligns with your need for advanced features and more robust performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
Good for software development
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Good speakers
Advantages of the HP Pavilion 15
The HP Pavilion 15 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.8/10
5.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a better screen than the HP Pavilion 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The Asus Zenbook Duo 14 offers a high-resolution display with above-average brightness and color fidelity, making it suitable for general use and engineering, where these factors are critical for clarity and color-accurate work. However, its moderate refresh rate makes it less ideal for 3D tasks and gaming, where smoother motion is crucial. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15 sacrifices screen quality across the board, with lower resolution and brightness that diminish visual experience for general tasks, engineering precision, and the immersive qualities expected in gaming and 3D performance.
Battery
8.5 Hours
3.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 hours of battery life. The HP Pavilion 15 has 3 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
6.2/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has good build quality, while the HP Pavilion 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$999
$600
$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 Pavilion 15 costs $600.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and HP Pavilion 15 are both good for general use.
The HP Pavilion 15, with its greater storage capacity and more RAM, offers smoother performance and better multitasking for general use than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14. However, the Zenbook Duo's higher-resolution IPS touchscreen and more potent CPU are beneficial for screen-intensive tasks, while its superior battery life and lighter weight enhance its portability compared to the Pavilion 15.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
6.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and HP Pavilion 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and HP Pavilion 15 are both fair for gaming and 3D tasks because their integrated GPUs are capable but not specialized for high-end gaming. Both have similar screen refresh rates that are adequate for casual gaming, but the Zenbook boasts superior screen quality, which is beneficial for visual clarity in games and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
6.2/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and HP Pavilion 15 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is equipped with a higher-end CPU and GPU, which are very important for engineering and design tasks that demand significant computational power and graphic capabilities, while also boasting a superior screen quality. In contrast, the HP Pavilion 15, albeit larger in screen size, comes with a lower-tier CPU and GPU, which makes it less optimal for intensive tasks, even though it offers better portability and potentially more comfort for extended use with a full-size keyboard and quieter operating noise.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.1/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and HP Pavilion 15 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
6.6/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.2/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 to be good for software development, while the HP Pavilion 15 is only fair.
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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 to have very good portability, while the HP Pavilion 15 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 Pavilion 15 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."
"The HP Pavilion 15 carries a fair amount of power and a sharp display in its handsome slimline shell. It's not perfect, but it's a hard worker. This is wonderfully designed and totes a heck of a lot of desktop power, with the added benefit of a decent webcam and a full-sized keyboard. If you're getting down to business on a budget, it's a great fit."
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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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