ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) vs. ASUS A509JA (BQ088)

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

Our Rating: 72 %

ASUS A509JA (BQ088)
ASUS A509JA (BQ088)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) and ASUS A509JA (BQ088). 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 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 A509JA (BQ088) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS A509JA (BQ088) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

sleek modern design

lightweight and portable

solid state drive included

full hd display

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) and ASUS A509JA (BQ088)
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) vs. ASUS A509JA (BQ088) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS A509JA (BQ088)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.64 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.76 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Star grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS A509JA (BQ088)
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 - 250 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 A509JA (BQ088)
CPU Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS A509JA (BQ088)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
RAM Type - DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS A509JA (BQ088)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB eMMC 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS A509JA (BQ088)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 605 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS A509JA (BQ088)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
BATTERY ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS A509JA (BQ088)
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 A509JA (BQ088)
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 A509JA (BQ088)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS A509JA (BQ088)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS A509JA (BQ088)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Education No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) ASUS A509JA (BQ088)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS IceCool design System password, hard drive password
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, A-Tick, ErP 2013 -
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 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
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