ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 vs HP Envy x360 15
The Verdict
Both laptops deliver solid performance at the $1000 price point, but they serve different priorities. The ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 features a significantly more powerful Intel Core i9-13900H processor with 14 cores compared to the HP's 8-core Ryzen 7 7730U, making it substantially faster for demanding workloads like video editing or 3D rendering. Its 120Hz OLED display also offers smoother scrolling and superior responsiveness versus the HP's 60Hz panel. However, the HP Envy x360 15 wins on battery endurance, delivering up to 9 hours versus the ASUS's 7 hours, plus it includes two USB-C ports and a touchscreen for versatile use cases. The HP is also lighter at 4.21 lbs and $100 cheaper. The ASUS display reaches 600 nits brightness compared to the HP's 400 nits, beneficial for outdoor work. For creators and power users needing raw processing speed and a premium display, the ASUS justifies its premium. For everyday productivity users prioritizing battery life and touchscreen convenience, the HP offers excellent value. The choice hinges on whether you need workstation-class performance or all-day portable computing.
Who Should Buy
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
Buy the HP Envy x360 15 if…
- →Beautiful 2.8K OLED touchscreen with vibrant colors and deep blacks
- →360-degree hinge for tent, tablet, and presentation modes
- →Aluminum build feels premium at the $999 price point
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
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
HP Envy x360 15
Pros
- Beautiful 2.8K OLED touchscreen with vibrant colors and deep blacks
- 360-degree hinge for tent, tablet, and presentation modes
- Aluminum build feels premium at the $999 price point
- Full port selection — USB-A, USB-C, HDMI, and SD card reader
- Excellent keyboard and responsive touchpad
Cons
- 51 Wh battery limits OLED panel to 7-8 hours in practice
- 4.21 lbs is heavier than ultrabook-class convertibles
- Soldered RAM cannot be upgraded after purchase
- No Thunderbolt — AMD does not support it natively
- OLED panel limited to 60Hz refresh rate
Full Specifications
| Spec | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 | HP Envy x360 15 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 3.97 lbs (1.8 kg) | 4.21 lbs (1.91 kg) |
| Material | Aluminum and plastic | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 14.06 x 9.21 x 0.74 inches | 14.13 x 9.02 x 0.72 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 1 | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 7 hours | Up to 9 hours |
| Capacity | 70 Wh | 51 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | OLED | OLED touch |
| Resolution | 2880 x 1620 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 600 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 14 cores (6P + 8E) | 8 cores / 16 threads |
| Chipset | Intel Core i9-13900H (13th Gen) | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U |
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