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If you are looking to save money, the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is often significantly less expensive and offers a more compact design with an 11.6-inch display, making it easier to carry around. However, due to its smaller size, it has a lower screen resolution than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", which boasts a larger 14.1-inch screen with a higher resolution, providing a better viewing experience for media and multitasking. Both laptops have similar performance capabilities since they are equipped with the same processor and amount of memory, but with the Cloudbook, you get double the storage space. Keep in mind that the ASUS is lighter by a small margin, which adds to its portability. If budget is your top concern and you prioritize portability over screen size, the ASUS could be the suitable choice, whereas if you prefer a larger screen and more storage space for various activities, and don't mind spending more, the Packard Bell Cloudbook may be the better fit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 12
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
- The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook Go 12.
Key differences
Screen Quality
5.1
5.8
11.6in
SIZE
14.1in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
If you prioritize a high-quality display for everyday tasks such as browsing the internet and watching videos, you may find both the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" lacking due to their lower resolution and dimmer screens. For engineering and design work, accurate color representation is key, and unfortunately, these laptops may not cover the broad color gamuts needed for such precision. Gamers and those involved in 3D work often seek smooth visuals, and the screens on these laptops might fall short as they do not offer the high refresh rates required for optimal experience.
Battery
10.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has 10 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has 7 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.
Portability
Excellent
Very Good
11.6in
SIZE
14.1in
2.3 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has excellent portability, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$195
$300
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a price of $195 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $300.
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Key similarities
General Use
5.6
5.7
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" and ASUS Vivobook Go 12 are both poor for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is not ideal for general use due to its modest processor, minimal RAM, and low-resolution TN screen, although it stands out in portability and has a long battery life. Similarly, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" falls short on general use performance with the same modest processor and RAM, but offers a higher-resolution IPS screen; it is slightly less portable and has shorter battery life in comparison.
Gaming and AI
5.4
5.5
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" and ASUS Vivobook Go 12 are both poor for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 and Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" both have Intel Celeron processors and integrated Intel UHD Graphics 600, which provide limited processing and graphics power not suitable for gaming or running 3D applications. Additionally, both laptops have screens with a standard refresh rate of 60Hz, which is not ideal for the smooth visuals required in gaming and 3D rendering.
Engineering and Design
5.3
5.5
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" and ASUS Vivobook Go 12 are both poor for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" are poor choices for engineering and design due to their low-performance Intel Celeron N4020 CPUs, limited 4GB of RAM, and basic integrated Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPUs, which may struggle with demanding engineering software and tasks. Additionally, the ASUS has a lower-resolution TN screen, and while the Packard Bell has a better IPS display with a higher resolution, both lack the screen quality typically required for precise design work.
Content Creation
5.7
5.9
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" and ASUS Vivobook Go 12 are both poor for content creation.
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
5.7
5.9
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
4.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" and ASUS Vivobook Go 12 are both poor for software development.
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.
Build Quality
5.1
5.1
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 and Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" both have poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook Go 12 | Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$195 | $300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11'' x 7.5'' x 0.67'' | 14.8'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.31 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 10.98" | 14.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.52" | 9.56" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 38 Wh | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 11.6" | 14.1" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 5.3/10 | 4.6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 480p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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.
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