ASUS F515JA (BR097T) vs. ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
ASUS F515JA (BR097T)
ASUS F515JA (BR097T)

Our Rating: 75 %

ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)
ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of ASUS F515JA (BR097T) and ASUS X415EA (EK174TS). 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 F515JA (BR097T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS F515JA (BR097T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

decent battery life

fast SSD storage

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB-C ports

ASUS X415EA (EK174TS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X415EA (EK174TS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

adequate performance

good connectivity options

average battery life

modest display quality

limited upgrade options

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS F515JA (BR097T) and ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS F515JA (BR097T) vs. ASUS X415EA (EK174TS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS F515JA (BR097T) ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.55 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Slate grey Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom)
DISPLAY ASUS F515JA (BR097T) ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
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 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS F515JA (BR097T) ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 7505 / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS F515JA (BR097T) ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS F515JA (BR097T) ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS F515JA (BR097T) ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - VGA
Video Resolutions 640 x 480 -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS F515JA (BR097T) ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
BATTERY ASUS F515JA (BR097T) ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS F515JA (BR097T) ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS F515JA (BR097T) ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS F515JA (BR097T) ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS F515JA (BR097T) ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode Windows 10 Home in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS F515JA (BR097T) ASUS X415EA (EK174TS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password System password
Repairability Index - 6.3 (out of 10)
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