HP or ASUS: Which Laptop Brand Is Better in Singapore in 2026?

In Singapore in 2026, neither HP nor ASUS is better for everyone: HP suits buyers who want to shop by use, from OmniBook home laptops to EliteBook work machines, while ASUS suits buyers who want a wide choice from Vivobook and Zenbook to ROG gaming. HP was the world's second-largest PC maker by units in 2024 and ASUS the fifth, according to Gartner figures cited on Wikipedia. Pick the line, then compare the price after ShopBack.

New to ShopBack? ShopBack Singapore is a free app and website that gives you money back on eligible orders when you start from ShopBack before you pay. HP and ASUS are both stores you can buy from this way. Join ShopBack Singapore for free, then open the ASUS page on ShopBack or the HP page on ShopBack before your next order.

How we compared. HP's laptop lines and store features are from HP Singapore's online store. Company facts and ASUS's laptop lines are from Wikipedia's entries on HP Inc. and Asus, which cite Gartner for PC shipment rankings. We do not quote prices, because they change with every sale; compare them on the day you buy.

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HP and ASUS are two of the biggest laptop makers in the world, and both sell across every price range in Singapore. The question is less "which brand" and more "which line from which brand fits how I use a laptop". This guide lines up the two brands' ranges by use, answers which HP laptop suits home use and where to buy an ASUS laptop in Singapore, and shows how to land the lowest effective price.

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The verdict

Choose by use, not by logo. For a home or family laptop, HP's OmniBook range and ASUS's Vivobook range are the natural starting points. For a premium thin-and-light, compare HP's OmniBook X or Ultra with ASUS's Zenbook. For gaming, compare HP's OMEN and Victus with ASUS's ROG and TUF Gaming. Then go through ShopBack before you pay, because the price after ShopBack is the one that counts.

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HP or ASUS: which laptop brand is better?

HP is better if you want a clear shop-by-use store and long-running business lines such as EliteBook; ASUS is better if you want the widest spread of styles, from budget everyday laptops to gaming and creator machines. Both are global leaders. HP Inc., based in Palo Alto, California, was the world's second-largest PC vendor by unit sales as of 2024, and ASUS, founded in Taipei in 1989, was the fifth-largest, according to Wikipedia citing Gartner.

Use	HP lines	ASUS lines
Everyday home and family	OmniBook 3, OmniBook 5, HP Essentials	Vivobook
Premium thin and light	OmniBook 7, OmniBook X, OmniBook Ultra	Zenbook
Work and business	EliteBook, ProBook	ExpertBook
Gaming	OMEN, Victus	ROG (Republic of Gamers), TUF Gaming
Creative and pro workloads	ZBook workstations	ProArt

Sources: HP Singapore online store; Wikipedia's Asus entry; October 2026.

What each brand does well, in plain terms:

• HP makes it easy to shop by need. Its Singapore store sorts laptops by home, student, gaming and business use, runs a Student Store, and sells Care Packs if you want longer coverage.
• ASUS covers a lot of ground with distinct sub-brands, so it is easy to find a laptop aimed squarely at your use, whether that is a light Zenbook or a ROG gaming machine.

HP vs ASUS laptop price comparison in 2026: how to compare fairly

Compare HP and ASUS laptops by matching specs and line, not by brand averages. A Vivobook and an OmniBook 5 are a fair pair; a Vivobook and an OmniBook Ultra are not. Line up:

1. Processor and memory. For example, the same class of Intel Core Ultra or AMD Ryzen AI chip and the same RAM.
2. Storage and screen. Size, resolution and whether it is OLED or touch.
3. Weight and battery. Important if you carry it to school or work.
4. Warranty. Read what the seller states, and whether you can extend it.
5. Price after ShopBack. The real number to compare.

Which HP laptop is best for home use?

For most homes, HP's OmniBook range is the best starting point: HP Singapore lists it under home laptops alongside HP Essentials, and HP says the new OmniBook 5 offers up to 34 hours of battery life. OmniBook 3 and OmniBook 5 handle everyday browsing, streaming, video calls and schoolwork. OmniBook 7, X and Ultra add a more premium build and more power, and several are sold as Copilot+ PCs.

How to choose within the range:

• Light family use (web, streaming, homework): OmniBook 3 or HP Essentials.
• All-day use away from a charger: OmniBook 5, given HP's battery claim.
• Premium build or heavier multitasking: OmniBook 7, X or Ultra.
• Gaming at home: Victus or OMEN instead of an OmniBook.

HP brought back the OmniBook name in 2024 and has since moved its consumer laptops under it, according to Wikipedia.

HP laptop Singapore: official deals and best deals in 2026

HP's official deals in Singapore are on the HP online store's Latest Offers section and its laptops on sale page. These change with each promotion, so check them on the day you buy. The best deals usually come from timing your purchase to a big sale such as 11.11 or 12.12, comparing the HP store price with the same model on Shopee and Lazada, and going through ShopBack before you pay. HP Singapore also runs a Student Store for eligible buyers.

Where should I buy an ASUS laptop in Singapore?

The ASUS online store is the most direct place to buy an ASUS laptop in Singapore, and you will usually also find ASUS laptops on Shopee, Lazada and in electronics stores; go through ShopBack Singapore before you pay wherever it is available. Compare the same model code across these stores on the day you buy, and check the warranty each seller states.

Points to check by channel:

• ASUS online store. Buying from the brand directly usually keeps the warranty simple. Open the ASUS page on ShopBack first.
• Shopee and Lazada. Look for the brand's official store or a well-rated seller, and compare vouchers on the day.
• Electronics stores. Useful if you want to try the keyboard and screen before you buy.

ASUS was founded on 2 April 1989 and is headquartered in Beitou District, Taipei, according to Wikipedia.

ASUS official deals and the cheapest way to save in 2026

ASUS's official deals appear on the ASUS online store during its promotions, and the cheapest way to save is to compare stores, time big sales and go through ShopBack before you pay. A store that looks a little dearer can work out cheaper once ShopBack's money back is counted.

The ASUS page on ShopBack shows which purchases earn Cashback and the live rate.

Going through ShopBack: how it lowers the price

Going through ShopBack gets you a cash rebate on the same order, at the same store. It comes back as cash, so it lowers what you actually pay, like a discount on the price, not like points or miles.

1. Open ShopBack Singapore and tap HP, ASUS or the store you picked.
2. Buy in the same session.
3. Cashback shows as pending in your ShopBack account soon after you pay, and confirms once the order is complete.

Other laptop brands are on ShopBack Singapore too, including Lenovo, and Shopee and Lazada carry many brands in one place.

Promo codes, ShopBack and your rewards card: the order that works

Step 1: compare prices. Step 2: look for a promo code. Step 3: go through ShopBack. Step 4: pay with your best rewards card.

No code needed: go through ShopBack before you pay and part of what you spend comes back as Cashback.

Card rewards and ShopBack

You can usually earn your card's rewards and Cashback on the same purchase, because they come from different places.

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FAQ

HP or ASUS: which laptop brand is better?

Neither is better for everyone; each is strong in different places. HP is the world's second-largest PC maker by units and its Singapore store makes it easy to shop by use, from OmniBook home laptops to EliteBook work laptops. ASUS, the fifth-largest, has a wide spread of lines from Vivobook and Zenbook to ROG and TUF Gaming. Pick the line that fits your use, then compare the price after ShopBack.

Which HP laptop is best for home use?

For most homes, start with HP's OmniBook range, which HP Singapore lists under home laptops alongside HP Essentials. OmniBook 3 and OmniBook 5 cover everyday browsing, streaming and schoolwork, and HP says the new OmniBook 5 offers up to 34 hours of battery life. Step up to OmniBook 7, X or Ultra if you want a premium build or more power. Go through ShopBack before you buy from HP.

Where should I buy an ASUS laptop in Singapore?

The ASUS online store is the most direct place, and you will usually also find ASUS laptops on Shopee, Lazada and in electronics stores. Compare the same model code across them on the day you buy, check the warranty each seller states, and go through ShopBack Singapore before you pay. A store that looks a little dearer can work out cheaper once ShopBack's money back is counted.

Is HP or ASUS better for gaming laptops?

Both have dedicated gaming lines. HP sells OMEN and Victus laptops, and ASUS sells ROG (Republic of Gamers) and TUF Gaming laptops. Compare the graphics card, screen refresh rate, cooling and weight model by model rather than by brand, then compare the price after ShopBack.

Is HP or ASUS better for students?

Both brands make student-friendly laptops. HP Singapore runs a Student Store and lists student laptops as a category, while ASUS's Vivobook line is its main everyday range. For school, weight, battery life and a 14-inch screen usually matter more than raw power. Check any student pricing on the brand's own store, and go through ShopBack before you pay.

Where can I find HP official deals in Singapore?

HP Singapore's online store has a Latest Offers section and a laptops on sale page, which show the current promotions. Compare an offer with the same model on Shopee and Lazada, then open HP from ShopBack Singapore before you check out so the effective price drops.

What is the cheapest way to buy an HP or ASUS laptop in Singapore?

Step 1: compare prices. Step 2: look for a promo code. Step 3: go through ShopBack. Step 4: pay with your best rewards card.

Can I use a credit card rewards offer and ShopBack on the same laptop order?

Usually, yes. You can usually earn your card's rewards and Cashback on the same purchase, because they come from different places.

How does ShopBack lower the price of a laptop?

Going through ShopBack gets you a cash rebate on the same order, at the same store. Open ShopBack Singapore, tap HP, ASUS or another store, and buy in the same session. Once the order is confirmed, part of what you paid comes back as cash, so it works like a discount on the price, not like points or miles. The live rate is shown on each store's ShopBack page.

Are there other laptop brands on ShopBack Singapore?

Yes. Alongside HP and ASUS, Lenovo is on ShopBack Singapore, and Shopee and Lazada carry many laptop brands in one place. Compare the model you want across these stores, then go through ShopBack before you pay.

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Key takeaways

• Choose by line, not logo: OmniBook vs Vivobook for home, OmniBook X or Ultra vs Zenbook for premium, OMEN or Victus vs ROG or TUF for gaming.
• HP for home use: start with OmniBook 3 or 5; HP says the new OmniBook 5 offers up to 34 hours of battery life.
• Buying ASUS in Singapore: the ASUS online store is the most direct route; compare with Shopee and Lazada on the day.
• Compare like for like: same processor, memory, storage and screen.
• Price after ShopBack: a store that looks a little dearer can work out cheaper.

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Ready to buy your laptop?

Shortlist your model, then open the ASUS store through ShopBack Singapore or buy from HP through ShopBack before you check out.

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Disclaimer

The views and recommendations expressed in this article are those of the author. Laptop ranges, specifications, store promotions, warranties and prices are set by each brand and store and change over time; details were checked against HP Singapore's online store and public company information as of October 2026. The live Cashback rate and terms are shown on each store's ShopBack page.

This article is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered professional or financial advice.