HP HP 15 (FR0045TU) vs ASUS Vivobook 16 OLED (X1605VA-SH1952WS)
India 2026 · No paid rankings · Ranked by real-world performance
HP
HP 15 (FR0045TU)
₹65,990.00
as of 14 Aug 2026, 10:57 am IST
5.25/10 PickRyt Score
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ASUS
Vivobook 16 OLED (X1605VA-SH1952WS)
₹67,990.00
as of 14 Aug 2026, 10:58 am IST
5.5/10 PickRyt Score
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PickRyt Recommends
ASUS Vivobook 16 OLED (X1605VA-SH1952WS)
An OLED panel with an 8-core H-series i5 at Rs 68,990. The HP 15 has the identical i5-13420H, 16GB and 512GB at Rs 67,990 but only an IPS screen. For Rs 1,000 more you get OLED. That is the whole argument.
Head-to-Head Scores
| Category | HP HP 15 (FR0045TU) | ASUS Vivobook 16 OLED (X1605VA-SH1952WS) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Student | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Office Work | 6 | 7 | ASUS ✓ |
| Gaming | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Content Creation | 3 | 4 | ASUS ✓ |
| Programming | 8 | 8 | Tie |
| Casual Everyday | 8 | 8 | Tie |
| Business Travel | 5 | 4 | HP ✓ |
| Budget Buyers | 5 | 6 | ASUS ✓ |
Quick Specs
| Spec | HP HP 15 (FR0045TU) | ASUS Vivobook 16 OLED (X1605VA-SH1952WS) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ₹65,990.00 | ₹67,990.00 |
| PickRyt Score | 5.25/10 | 5.5/10 |
| Strength | An 8-core H-series i5 with 16GB, priced at market and well reviewed. | The cheapest OLED laptop we list, with a genuine 8-core H-series i5. |
| Weakness | Ordinary IPS panel and UHD graphics when OLED rivals cost the same. | 1.88kg and a small 42Wh battery paired with a power-hungry H-series chip. |
Who Should Buy Which?
HP HP 15 (FR0045TU)
Buy if
Buyers who want a dependable 15-inch workhorse with an 8-core H-series chip and prefer HP service
Skip if
You want an OLED panel. The ASUS Vivobook 16 OLED has the same processor and screen quality that is a class above, for Rs 1,000 more
ASUS Vivobook 16 OLED (X1605VA-SH1952WS)
Buy if
Students and office workers who spend all day looking at the screen and want OLED contrast without paying premium-tier prices
Skip if
You need portability. At 1.88kg this is the heaviest non-gaming laptop we list. It is a desk machine that occasionally moves
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better: HP HP 15 (FR0045TU) or ASUS Vivobook 16 OLED (X1605VA-SH1952WS)?
Both are closely matched — HP HP 15 (FR0045TU) scores 5.25/10 and ASUS Vivobook 16 OLED (X1605VA-SH1952WS) scores 5.5/10. The right choice depends on your specific use case.
Is the ASUS Vivobook 16 OLED (X1605VA-SH1952WS) worth ₹2,000 more than the HP HP 15 (FR0045TU)?
The ASUS Vivobook 16 OLED (X1605VA-SH1952WS) costs ₹2,000 more. The score difference is small, so the HP HP 15 (FR0045TU) is the better value pick.
Who should buy the HP HP 15 (FR0045TU) and who should buy the ASUS Vivobook 16 OLED (X1605VA-SH1952WS)?
Buy the HP HP 15 (FR0045TU) if: Buyers who want a dependable 15-inch workhorse with an 8-core H-series chip and prefer HP service. Buy the ASUS Vivobook 16 OLED (X1605VA-SH1952WS) if: Students and office workers who spend all day looking at the screen and want OLED contrast without paying premium-tier prices.
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