ASUS 14 (X409FA) vs. ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS 14 (X409FA) and ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T). 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 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 ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative screenpad technology

compact and lightweight design

high-resolution display

solid build quality

powerful processor

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS 14 (X409FA) and ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS 14 (X409FA) vs. ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.5 cm x 21.6 cm x 2.29 cm 32.3 cm x 22.5 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material - Metal
Colour Slate grey Deep dive blue
DISPLAY ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
STORAGE ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR/RGB camera
Sound Speaker, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface - Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 90 Watt, 19 V
INPUT ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ScreenPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard 5.5" FHD (1920 x 1080) Super IPS+ display
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 2.0
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS 14 (X409FA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, sleeve, USB to Ethernet adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
SAR Value 0.196 W/kg (body), 0.196 W/kg (limb) 0.5 W/kg (body), 0.5 W/kg (limb)
Model Number EK034T -
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