ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) vs. ASUS 15 (X509UA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
ASUS E406MA (BV086RA)
ASUS E406MA (BV086RA)

Our Rating: 72 %

ASUS 15 (X509UA)
ASUS 15 (X509UA)

Our Rating: 75 %

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) and ASUS 15 (X509UA). 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 E406MA (BV086RA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

fanless operation

simple aesthetic

limited storage capacity

average display quality

modest performance

few connectivity options

ASUS 15 (X509UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 15 (X509UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate performance level

good connectivity options

average display quality

limited storage capacity

modest battery life

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) and ASUS 15 (X509UA)
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) vs. ASUS 15 (X509UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS 15 (X509UA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.64 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.76 cm 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.9 kg
Colour Star grey Slate grey
DISPLAY ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS 15 (X509UA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology, Tru2Life, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS 15 (X509UA)
CPU Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS 15 (X509UA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type - DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
STORAGE ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS 15 (X509UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS 15 (X509UA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 605 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS 15 (X509UA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
BATTERY ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS 15 (X509UA)
Technology 3-cell 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS 15 (X509UA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS 15 (X509UA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS 15 (X509UA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS 15 (X509UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Education Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS 15 (X509UA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features ASUS IceCool design System password
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, A-Tick, ErP 2013 UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, GOST-R
SAR Value 0.576 W/kg (body), 0.576 W/kg (limb) 0.13 W/kg (body), 0.13 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number - EJ064T
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