ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) vs. ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) and ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R). 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 F540LA (XX1165T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

comfortable keyboard

adequate connectivity options

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no SSD standard

basic display quality

ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

affordable price

decent battery life

fanless design

includes usb-c port

limited storage capacity

mediocre performance

low-resolution screen

limited upgrade options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) and ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) vs. ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.14 cm x 25.15 cm x 2.72 cm 28.6 cm x 19.33 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 2 kg 900 g
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Chocolate black IMR with hairline (LCD cover), gold IMR with hairline (top) Star grey
DISPLAY ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 11.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, glare ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, Tru2Life
PROCESSOR ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R)
CPU Intel Core i3 (5th Gen) 5005U / 2 GHz Intel Celeron N3350 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 2.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz -
Rated Speed 1600 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm 64 GB eMMC
Optical Drive DVD±RW (±R DL) / DVD-RAM -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel HD Graphics 500
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R)
Wireless 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 33 Wh 38 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features ASUS Smart Gesture technology, chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA
HDMI
LAN
USB 2.0
USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 3 in 1 (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
Software Included ASUS Splendid, ASUS USB Charger+, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), ASUS WebStorage Sync Agent, McAfee Internet Security (Trial), ASUS GiftBox, Dropbox (25 GB Cloud Storage), ICEsound, ASUS Smart Gesture -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS F540LA (XX1165T) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203NA (FD084R)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features System password, hard drive password -
SAR Value - 0.075 W/kg (body), 0.075 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years
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