I apologize if this is a stupid inquiry. I was at a loss for words. Apologies.
I’ve been debating between the two older sale models I found the Asus Vivobook 15 and the Asus Zenbook 14.
They both have the same Ryzen 7 processor (R7730u), 16GB of RAM, 1TB of SSD storage, nearly identical screens, etc.
Is it right that I should just purchase the less expensive item here? Are these the same laptops in terms of what they can do?
There may be differences in TDP, weight, or build quality.
No. Consider it in this manner. Even though the specifications of two desktop computers are identical, the physical interface—the keyboard, mouse, speakers, and monitor—may differ significantly.
Imagine purchasing two identical desktop computers from Best Buy. One tower would be connected to a state-of-the-art professional gaming setup, while the other would be connected to some complimentary 10-year office supplies that you obtained from a firm that was liquidating on Facebook. Even while they will run the same software at the same rates, using the newer one will be considerably more enjoyable.
The Zenbook is perhaps the superior model.
My Vivobook 17 is a passable device.
The primary distinction between two machines, particularly those of different brands or classes (e.g., business grade versus consumer grade), is frequently their build quality. This is crucial when it comes to computers because poor construction can result in cracked displays, broken hinges, and other issues.