ASUS Vivobook 15 OLED review
The Asus ASUS Vivobook 15 OLED ranks as the #613 laptops globally, achieving a LibraScore of 68. Across all metrics, this product stands out most for its #158-ranked connectivity among 130 laptops. Consider the Asus ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 UX482 or Asus ASUS Vivobook 14, which offer higher scores while staying in the same price range.
Is it Worth it?
The Asus VivoBook 15 OLED is a compelling mid-range laptop with a stunning display, powerful AMD Ryzen 5000 series processor, and decent performance. Starting at 3199 Ringgit, it's the most affordable OLED laptop in the market. While it retains the same minimalist design as its predecessor, the lack of an Ergo lift hinge and USB-C charging may be drawbacks for some. However, the addition of a PCIe SSD and upgradable RAM are positives. The OLED display is impressive with deep blacks and saturated colors, but screen flickers occur at lower brightness levels. Overall, it's a solid choice for productivity tasks and movie watching, making it worth considering despite its minor shortcomings.
Build
The Asus VivoBook 15 OLED boasts a sleek, minimalist aluminum design that exudes premium quality, despite being in the mid-range laptop category. The build feels sturdy and well-crafted, with a solid weight to it. However, I'm disappointed that the Ergo lift hinge from previous models wasn't retained, which would have provided better typing comfort. The use of USB 2.0 ports on the left side is also an outdated feature. Overall, the VivoBook 15 OLED's build is impressive, but a few omissions leave it feeling slightly behind its predecessors. Consider discovering the power of Asus ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 GX550, featuring the latest advancements in build.
Display
The VivoBook 15 OLED boasts an impressive display panel with deep blacks, saturated colors, and up to 600 nits of brightness. Viewing angles are excellent, and the screen is non-reflective despite being glossy. However, it's marred by occasional screen flickers at lower screen brightness levels on light backgrounds. This can be mitigated by increasing brightness or switching to dark mode. Still, it's a decent panel for watching movies, outdoing other mid-range laptops with OLED displays. Asus' OLED care features are enabled by default, helping prevent screen burning issues. You might prefer Asus ASUS ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 GX550, designed with an upgraded display for a better experience.
Performance
The VivoBook 15 OLED delivers impressive performance with AMD's Ryzen 5000 series mobile processors under the hood. My top-spec configuration boasts a Ryzen 7 700U processor, 8GB RAM, and 5TB PCIe SSD. The laptop handles productivity tasks with ease and performs decently for gaming. However, don't expect to tackle demanding tasks like 4K video editing. The laptop's cooling fan is quiet, but may kick in when running multiple apps or engaging in lightweight gaming. Overall, the performance is a notable upgrade from last year's model, making it a solid choice for those seeking a reliable mid-range laptop. For a superior performance, Asus ASUS ROG Strix G15 could be the right choice.
Battery and Charging
The Asus VivoBook 15 OLED boasts decent battery life, lasting up to 7 hours on a single charge with lightweight productivity or movie watching. However, the omission of USB-C charging is a drawback. The laptop's battery life can be further extended by utilizing dark mode apps that take advantage of the OLED panel. Overall, while not perfect, the VivoBook 15 OLED's battery performance is satisfactory, but the lack of fast charging options holds it back from true excellence.
Connectivity
The VivoBook 15 OLED's connectivity options are somewhat disappointing. The laptop still sports two full-size USB 2.0 ports on the left side, which is below par for a mid-range device in this day and age. Furthermore, there's no USB-C charging port, which may be a deal-breaker for some users. You may find Asus ASUS VivoBook Pro 15X OLED a better fit, thanks to its superior connectivity.
Features
The ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED boasts an impressive OLED display with deep blacks, saturated colors, and up to 600 nits of brightness. It's paired with AMD's Ryzen 5000 series mobile processors for better performance. The laptop also features 8GB of RAM (4GB on-board + 4GB in the sodium slot), making it easy to upgrade in the future. Unfortunately, it still lacks USB-C charging and the Ergo lift hinge found in previous models. If you’re after a better features, Asus ASUS VivoBook 15 could be the ideal option.
Support and Maintenance
The VivoBook 15 OLED impresses with its OLED display, offering deep blacks, saturated colors, and high brightness. However, the laptop falls short in support and maintenance aspects. The screen flickers on low brightness levels, and there's no USB-C charging or ergonomic hinge. Nevertheless, Asus deserves praise for keeping the price competitive despite adding premium features.
Pros
1. The most affordable OLED laptop you can buy in the market right now starting from 3199 Ringgit
2. Better performance with AMD's Ryzen 5000 series mobile processors under the hood
3. Gorgeous display with deep blacks, saturated colors, and up to 600 nits of brightness
4. Good viewing angles and a screen that isn't reflective at all despite being a glossy panel
5. Decent battery life with up to 7 hours on a single charge for lightweight productivity or watching movies
6. Upgradeable RAM via the SO-DIMM slot, making it great for future upgrades
Cons
1. A slight price bump from last year's model
2. No Ergo lift hinge, which raises the keyboard height for better typing experience
3. Only two full-size USB ports on the left side, both of which are USB 2.0 ports
4. No USBC charging option, which can be a deal breaker for some users
5. Screen flickers occur when working on a light background with low screen brightness levels
6. Limited performance for heavy tasks such as 4K video edits
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