ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX and ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA). 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 ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-slim design

powerful gaming performance

innovative cooling system

high refresh rate display

RGB keyboard lighting

short battery life

no webcam

limited upgradeability

high price point

ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

lightweight build

solid performance

fast ssd storage

average display quality

limited port selection

no backlit keyboard

mediocre battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX and ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 26.8 cm x 1.57 cm 32.49 cm x 21.35 cm x 1.625 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 1.4 kg
Colour Black Indie black
DISPLAY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, 3 ms response rate Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3250U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 9 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 4 GB
Max RAM Supported 24 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Smart Amplification technology -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
BATTERY ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features 4 RGB zones Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA)
Included Accessories Power adapter, 3D ROG sculpture Power adapter
Integrated Options - Fingerprint reader
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 Active Aerodynamic System (AAS) System password
Compliant Standards - UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, GOST-R, iDA, ErP 2013
SAR Value 0.02 W/kg (body), 0.02 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Model Number ES002T EK007T
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