ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) vs. ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)
ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) and ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA). 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 E406SA (BV225TS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

efficient battery life

compact form factor

silent operation

limited storage capacity

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

mediocre processor performance

ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

vivid full-hd display

solid build quality

fast ssd storage

efficient multitasking capabilities

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) and ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
76 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
63 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) vs. ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.64 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.76 cm 35.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.8 kg
Colour Pearl white IMR (LCD cover), pearl white painting (top) Bespoke black
DISPLAY ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Ultra Slim Design, anti-glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
CPU Intel Celeron N3000 / 1.04 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.08 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 2 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
RAM Type DDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
STORAGE ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 3000 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Sound Speaker, microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone output
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features ASUS IceCool design System password, ASUS Intelligent Performance Technology (AIPT)
Compliant Standards UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, A-Tick, ErP 2013 TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
SAR Value 0.576 W/kg (body), 0.576 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Model Number - BQ1355T
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