ASUS VivoBook 15 (2023) vs ASUS VivoBook Pro 15
The Verdict
Budget constraints heavily influence this comparison. Product A delivers solid everyday performance with its 13th Gen Intel Core i5-1335U, 8GB DDR4 RAM, and 1920x1080 IPS display at just $499. Battery life reaches 8 hours, making it suitable for light work and browsing. Product B represents a significant step up: its Intel Core i9-13900H with 14 cores, 16GB DDR5 RAM, and OLED display (2880x1620 at 120Hz) create a dramatically superior visual and computational experience. The OLED panel's 600-nit brightness and higher resolution transform content consumption and creative work. Thunderbolt support and SD card reader add professional connectivity. However, battery life drops to 7 hours despite a larger 70Wh capacity, suggesting the more powerful hardware demands more power. At $1099 versus $499, Product B costs 2.2 times more. For students, casual users, and light productivity, Product A provides remarkable value. For content creators, developers, and professionals needing sustained performance, Product B justifies its premium with its processor prowess and stunning OLED display. Choose Product A if budget is primary; choose Product B if performance and display quality matter most.
Who Should Buy
Buy the ASUS VivoBook 15 (2023) if…
- →Affordable at $499 with a solid i5-1335U processor
- →512 GB SSD provides decent storage out of the box
- →Lightweight at 1.7 kg for a 15.6-inch laptop
Buy the ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 if…
- →2.8K 120Hz OLED display at $1,099 is outstanding value
- →i9-13900H delivers strong multi-core performance for content creation
- →NVIDIA RTX 4050 for light gaming and GPU-accelerated workflows
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
ASUS VivoBook 15 (2023)
Pros
- Affordable at $499 with a solid i5-1335U processor
- 512 GB SSD provides decent storage out of the box
- Lightweight at 1.7 kg for a 15.6-inch laptop
- ErgoLift hinge design improves typing ergonomics
- Expandable storage via M.2 slot
Cons
- 60Hz display feels outdated
- 42 Wh battery provides mediocre endurance
- 300-nit brightness is dim for outdoor or bright room use
- 8 GB soldered RAM is not upgradeable on some models
- Plastic build feels basic
ASUS VivoBook Pro 15
Pros
- 2.8K 120Hz OLED display at $1,099 is outstanding value
- i9-13900H delivers strong multi-core performance for content creation
- NVIDIA RTX 4050 for light gaming and GPU-accelerated workflows
- Full-size HDMI and SD card reader ports
- Upgradeable M.2 SSD slot for storage expansion
Cons
- Battery life drops to 5 hours under typical productivity use
- Plastic bottom panel reduces overall build quality feel
- 16 GB soldered RAM with no upgrade path
- Keyboard has shallow 1.4 mm key travel
- Webcam is 720p — disappointing for video calls
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS VivoBook 15 (2023) | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.7 kg | 3.97 lbs (1.8 kg) |
| Material | Plastic chassis with metal lid | Aluminum and plastic |
| Dimensions | 359.7 x 232.5 x 17.9 mm | 14.06 x 9.21 x 0.74 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 1 |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| SD card | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | — | 1 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 8 hours | Up to 7 hours |
| Capacity | 42 Wh | 70 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | IPS LCD | OLED |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1620 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | 600 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 8 GB DDR4 | 16 GB DDR5 |
| Cores | 10-core (2P + 8E) | 14 cores (6P + 8E) |
| Chipset | 13th Gen Intel Core i5-1335U | Intel Core i9-13900H (13th Gen) |
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