Apple MacBook vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA)

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In depth comparison and review of Apple MacBook and ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage options

good graphic capabilities

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited viewing angles

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Apple MacBook and ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Apple MacBook vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.5 cm x 22.7 cm x 2.8 cm 35.98 cm x 23.53 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour White Black (bottom), black (top), bespoke black (LCD cover)
DISPLAY Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1280 x 800 (WXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA)
CPU Intel Core Duo 2 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 4700U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache L2 - 2 MB L3 - 8 MB
Front Side Bus 667 MHz -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, power-optimized processor system bus, Execute Disable Bit capability -
MEMORY Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA)
RAM 512 MB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 2 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR2 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 667 MHz / PC2-5300 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 667 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 200-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 60 GB HDD SATA 1.5Gb/s / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD±RW fixed -
Read Speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD) -
Write Speed 24x (CD) / 4x (DVD±R) -
CD / DVD Rewrite Speed 10x (CD) / 4x (DVD±RW) -
AUDIO & VIDEO Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel GMA 950 AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Dynamic Video Memory Technology 3.0 -
Max Allocated RAM Size 64 MB -
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions 640 x 480 -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA)
Wireless 802.11b/g, Bluetooth 2.0 EDR Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 55 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA)
Slots 2 x memory -
Interfaces 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire)
2 x USB 2.0 4 pin USB Type A
1 x display / video - DVI-Analog/Digital
1 x audio - SPDIF input/line-in - mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK
1 x audio - SPDIF output/headphones - mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA)
Operating System (OS) Apple MacOS X 10.4 Windows 10 Home
Software Included Drivers & Utilities, Apple QuickTime, Apple Hardware Test, Apple Mac OS X Mail, OmniOutliner, Apple iCal, Apple DVD Player, Apple Address Book, Apple Safari, Apple iChat AV, Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac Test Drive, Apple Dashboard, Apple Spotlight, Apple XCode Developer Tools, iWork (30 days trial), Front Row, Apple iLife '06, Freeverse Big Bang Board Games, plasq Comic Life -
MISCELLANEOUS Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA)
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) System password
Repairability Index - 6.5 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 10 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 0 - 90% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year
Technical support - phone consulting - 90 days
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Model Number - BQ483T
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