Asus VivoBook S14 S433vsAORUS 7

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Asus
ASUS VivoBook S14 S433
VivoBook S14 S433

Quick Stats

The ASUS VivoBook S14 S433's performance is decent but limited by thermal design and overheating issues frequently occur.
The VivoBook S14 has a premium and sturdy build with a sleek aluminum chassis that feels solid.
The display's brightness could be better, making it unsuitable for very bright environments.
The ASUS VivoBook S14 S433 features a powerful Intel Core i7 processor and NVIDIA GeForce MX250 graphics card.
AORUS
AORUS 7
7

Quick Stats

The AORUS 7's performance is held back by CPU thermal throttling, despite decent frame rates and quiet gaming.
The AORUS 7 laptop's build falls short due to noticeable CPU thermal throttling and poor heat dissipation.
The AORUS 7's decent display is passable for gaming and general use, despite some minor bleeding issues.
The AORUS 7's powerful specs include GTX 1660 Ti graphics and dual-channel memory for gaming performance.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Asus VivoBook S14 S433
#529
AORUS 7
Winner
#525
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus VivoBook S14 S433
#154
Winner
AORUS 7
#406
Display
Asus VivoBook S14 S433
#615
AORUS 7
#597
Winner
Performance
Asus VivoBook S14 S433
#552
AORUS 7
#288
Winner
Build
Asus VivoBook S14 S433
#162
Winner
AORUS 7
#443
Features
Asus VivoBook S14 S433
#248
AORUS 7
#221
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus ASUS VivoBook S14 S433
AORUS AORUS 7
up to 16GB
up to 64GB
up to 1032GB SSD
up to 12000GB SSD + up to 1000GB HDD
AMD Ryzen 7 5700U
Intel Core i7-10875H
NVIDIA GeForce MX350 (25W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (Laptop, 80W)
2x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x2 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus VivoBook S14 S433

Strengths

The laptop's mid-range price tag is fair considering its performance.
It performs well for what it is, especially in terms of CPU performance.
The i7 + MX250 version of the higher-tier ASUS Zenbook 14 UX434 has been outperformed by this laptop in our tests.
The 100% sRGB screen is a nice touch and provides good color accuracy.
The backlit keyboard in the higher-tier S433FL versions is a welcome feature.
The MX250 graphic chip is more powerful than what you normally get on a 14-inch Ultrabook.
Despite thermal limitations, the laptop still performs well in games, especially with a cooling pad.

Weaknesses

The thermal design of the laptop leaves much to be desired, and it can get hot during gaming sessions.
The GPU stabilizes at around 70-80% of its maximum capacity in demanding titles, leading to reduced performance over time.
The bottom aluminum panel heats up quickly, further impacting component temperatures and speed.
There is no USBC charging option, so you'll have to always bring along the included Barrow plug charger.
The CPU temperatures can reach 70-80 degrees Celsius during gaming sessions.
The GPU stabilizes at around 7-15% higher clocks with a cooling pad, but still not ideal.
If you're looking for better performance, AMD Ryzen 4000 notebooks might be a more competitive option.

AORUS 7

Strengths

For the most part, gaming performance seemed fairly in line with other 1660 ti gaming laptops that I've tested.
The screen was decent for a gaming laptop in terms of color gamut brightness and contrast.
It has the uncommon advantage of being fully removable battery (although it's not sold by Gigabyte yet).
It can play basically any modern game with decent frame rates when combined with i7 cpu and dual channel memory.
The 512gb gig nvme m.2 ssd was performing well, excellent raid speeds but much lower rights comparatively.
It has a fair bit of unused space mainly towards the front which could have been better utilized for combating thermals.
It's using the clevo nh70 rcq chassis, a solid foundation for a gaming laptop.
The cpu power was able to get quite high once thermals were controlled.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Asus VivoBook S14 S433

The ASUS VivoBook S14 S433 is a compact and feature-packed ultrabook that promises to deliver impressive performance without breaking the bank. With its sleek design and 14-inch Full HD display, this laptop is perfect for those who want a stylish and portable device for everyday tasks and light gaming. But how does it hold up under scrutiny? In this review, we'll delve into the S433's strengths and weaknesses, exploring its CPU and GPU performance, battery life, and thermal management to give you a comprehensive understanding of what to expect from this mid-range ultrabook.

AORUS 7

The AORUS 7 gaming laptop promises high-performance gaming on the go, but does it deliver? With an Intel Core i7 CPU, NVIDIA GTX 1660 Ti graphics, and 16GB of RAM, this 17-inch behemoth should be able to handle even the most demanding games. However, thermal limitations may hold it back, making its pricing a hard sell compared to competitors like the Lenovo Helios 300. Let's dive in and see if the AORUS 7 can live up to its full potential.

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