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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers superior performance suitable for intensive tasks, such as 3D rendering, machine learning or gaming, but comes at a higher price and is less portable due to its larger size and weight. On the other hand, the HP Stream 14" is an affordable option geared towards basic general use, with the benefits of greater portability and potentially longer battery life; however, it may not handle demanding applications as effectively as the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X. Your choice should reflect your primary needs: if performance for demanding tasks is essential and budget is less of a concern, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is recommended, while if you prioritize affordability, basic use, and portability, the HP Stream 14" could be more suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
- 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
- Good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Stream 14"
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.3
6.5
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
354.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for general use, while the HP Stream 14" is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers high performance with a superior CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality OLED screen, although it's less portable and has a somewhat shorter battery life than typical laptops. The HP Stream 14" manages to be lighter and excel in portability while having adequate RAM, but it falls short with a weaker CPU, a lower-resolution TN screen, and relatively poor speaker and build quality, which makes it just fair for general use.
Gaming and AI
7.5
5.7
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Stream 14" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is equipped with a high-performance Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card which is essential for gaming and 3D applications, while the HP Stream 14 comes with a low-end Intel UHD Graphics 600, not suitable for intensive graphics tasks. Both have similar screen refresh rates, but the superior GPU and better screen quality of the Zenbook Pro 16X make it a better choice for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.6
5.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Stream 14" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X comes with a powerful CPU, plenty of RAM, high-end GPU, and superior screen quality, which are essential for demanding engineering software and graphic design tasks, while the HP Stream 14" is equipped with more modest hardware and a lower quality display that struggles with such intensive tasks. The Zenbook's less portable nature and potentially louder operating noise are trade-offs for its performance, whereas the HP Stream prioritizes portability and may have a quieter operation at the expense of power and screen quality.
Content Creation
8.5
6.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for content creation, while the HP Stream 14" is only fair.
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
8.2
6.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for software development, while the HP Stream 14" 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.
Screen Quality
8.3
5.2
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
354.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen than the HP Stream 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X likely offers a combination of high resolution, panel quality, and brightness suitable for general use, and expansive color gamuts essential for precise engineering and design work. However, its screen may fall short in gaming and 3D tasks if it lacks a high refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth motion. In contrast, the HP Stream 14" may have a lower resolution, inferior panel, and insufficient brightness, degrading the experience across all use cases, and lacking in color gamut and refresh rate which reinforces its poor performance in specialized tasks such as engineering, design, and 3D applications.
Portability
Good
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Stream 14" has very good portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
5.5
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good build quality, while the HP Stream 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,300
$299
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a price of $1,300 and the HP Stream 14" costs $299.
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Battery
7.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 hours of battery life. The HP Stream 14" has 7.5 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.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and the HP Stream 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X | HP Stream 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $299 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 8.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel Celeron N4120 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 320 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 354 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
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Marc Herter, Alex Wätzel | November 2023
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
HP Stream 14"
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Zachary Cuevas | November 2021
"With half of the main system memory and a fraction of the storage that we recommend in any budget Windows laptop, the HP Stream 14 does not impress. Perhaps it doesn't need to, depending on your reference point. For the price, you're getting a functional laptop with Windows 10, which already places the HP Stream 14 above most Chromebooks on that merit alone. Still, in this price range, you can't do much worse, but you can do better. In fact, for just $100 more, you can grab the much superior budget option, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14."
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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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