ASUS 14 (X409FA) vs. ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS 14 (X409FA) and ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS 14 (X409FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 14 (X409FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

adequate performance

easy portability

average battery life

basic display quality

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

fanless operation

compact form factor

limited storage capacity

basic processor performance

no backlit keyboard

low-resolution display

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS 14 (X409FA) and ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R)
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS 14 (X409FA) vs. ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.5 cm x 21.6 cm x 2.29 cm 28.6 cm x 19.33 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 990 g
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Slate grey Star grey
DISPLAY ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 11.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, glare, Tru2Life
PROCESSOR ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
STORAGE ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 605
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - VGA
Sound Speaker, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
BATTERY ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 38 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Chiclet keyboard -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro Education
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features - System password
SAR Value 0.196 W/kg (body), 0.196 W/kg (limb) 0.586 W/kg (body), 0.586 W/kg (limb)
Model Number EK034T -
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