AORUS 15 vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of AORUS 15 and ASUS X515EA (BQ012T). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

AORUS 15 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of AORUS 15 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

efficient cooling system

good audio quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

expensive price point

limited port selection

ASUS X515EA (BQ012T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515EA (BQ012T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

lightweight design

decent battery life

fast ssd storage

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer usb ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between AORUS 15 and ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

AORUS 15 vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ012T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS AORUS 15 ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.1 cm x 24.6 cm x 2.44 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour - Transparent silver
DISPLAY AORUS 15 ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Features Anti-glare, IGZO technology Anti-glare, IPS-level
PROCESSOR AORUS 15 ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) -
MEMORY AORUS 15 ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE AORUS 15 ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 2 TB HDD SATA -
AUDIO & VIDEO AORUS 15 ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS AORUS 15 ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Killer Wireless-AC 1550 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology -
BATTERY AORUS 15 ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Technology Lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 62 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER AORUS 15 ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT AORUS 15 ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS AORUS 15 ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.3 Alt Mode)
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE AORUS 15 ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Windows 10 Home
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS AORUS 15 ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Model Number XA -
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