Apple MacBook vs. ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA)

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Detailed comparison and review of Apple MacBook and ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA). 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.

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

simple user interface

average battery life

basic display quality

limited graphics capability

minimal connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Apple MacBook and ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Apple MacBook vs. ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.5 cm x 22.7 cm x 2.8 cm 35.72 cm x 23.03 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 1.8 kg
Colour White Moss green | Transparent silver
DISPLAY Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1280 x 800 (WXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA)
CPU Intel Core Duo 2 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 2 MB 6 MB
Front Side Bus 667 MHz -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, power-optimized processor system bus, Execute Disable Bit capability Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA)
RAM 512 MB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 2 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR2 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 667 MHz / PC2-5300 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 667 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 200-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 60 GB HDD SATA 1.5Gb/s / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
SSD Cache - 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane)
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 S15 (S532FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel GMA 950 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Dynamic Video Memory Technology 3.0 -
Max Allocated RAM Size 64 MB -
Camera Yes Yes - HD
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - IR camera
Video Resolutions 640 x 480 -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA)
Wireless 802.11b/g, Bluetooth 2.0 EDR 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 55 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A
INPUT Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, ScreenPad 2.0
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - 5.65" FHD+ (2160 x 1080) Super IPS display
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA)
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
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA)
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 Bullguard Internet Security
MISCELLANEOUS Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA)
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) ErgoLift
SAR Value - 0.512 W/kg (body), 0.512 W/kg (limb)
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
Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - BQ062T
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