ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N vs HP 14-ep0299nr

Benchmark-weighted head-to-head · data updated 2026-09-10

Winner: ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N

ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N takes 5 weighted points vs 3, winning on CPU Benchmark, Value Score. Read our comprehensive ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N review or see the full HP 14-ep0299nr review. The HP 14-ep0299nr counters in a higher tier — worth it if its strengths match your needs.

Winner

ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N

Intel Core i3-1215U · Integrated (Intel iGPU)

Under $400
4.2 (461)
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HP 14-ep0299nr

Intel Core i3-N305 · Integrated (Intel iGPU)

Under $400
4.4 (279)
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Use-Case Scores

CategoryVivobook 5Z8N14-ep0299nr
Gaming2.1/102/10
Productivity4.2/104.2/10
Programming3.1/103/10
Engineering / 3D2.6/102.5/10
Student5.6/105.7/10
Travel / Portability5.7/105.8/10
AI Workloads2.3/102.2/10
Value for Money6.8/106.7/10

Detailed Specification Comparison

SpecVivobook 5Z8N14-ep0299nr
CPUIntel Core i3-1215UIntel Core i3-N305
PassMark Score10,7749,683
CPU Cores2P+4E8
GPUIntegrated (Intel iGPU)Integrated (Intel iGPU)
G3DMark Score——
RAM8 GB DDR48 GB DDR5
RAM UpgradeableNo (soldered)No (soldered)
Storage256 GBSSD256 GBSSD
Display14″ IPS14″ IPS
Resolution1920x10801920x1080
Refresh Rate60 Hz60 Hz
Pixel Density157 PPI157 PPI
TouchscreenNoNo
Weight3.09 lbs3.09 lbs
Thickness0.7″0.7″
Amazon Rating4.2 ★ (461)4.4 ★ (279)
Value Score6.8/106.7/10

CPU Comparison

The ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N's Intel Core i3-1215U is ~11% faster in multi-threaded PassMark (10,774 vs 9,683). In practice the difference is marginal. Read more in our in-depth Vivobook 5Z8N benchmark breakdown and 14-ep0299nr performance review.

GPU & Gaming

Neither carries a dedicated GPU — both fine for esports at low settings, neither for modern AAA gaming. For dedicated gaming silicon, check our best gaming laptops guide.

Productivity & Battery

Office scores: 4.2/10 vs 4.2/10. Battery isn't in our dataset, but both share a similar power class, so expect comparable endurance.

Display

Vivobook 5Z8N: 14″ IPS 1920x1080 @ 60 Hz. 14-ep0299nr: 14″ IPS 1920x1080 @ 60 Hz. Panel quality is effectively even.

RAM, Storage & Upgradeability

Vivobook 5Z8N: 8 GB DDR4 (soldered) + 256 GBSSD. 14-ep0299nr: 8 GB DDR5 (soldered) + 256 GBSSD.

Build & Portability

3.09 lbs / 0.7″ vs 3.09 lbs / 0.7″. Effectively identical to carry. Travel scores: 5.7 vs 5.8.

Value

Value scores land 6.8/10 vs 6.7/10. The ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N extracts more performance per dollar.

Final Verdict

Buy the ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N — it wins the weighted spec battle. You can read the detailed ASUS Vivobook 5Z8N review or compare alternative models in our laptop comparison tool.

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