ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

durable keyboard design

efficient cooling system

affordable gaming option

decent audio quality

heavy chassis

average battery life

dim display

limited upgradability

ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

affordable price point

fast SSD storage

decent processor performance

stylish design

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

basic display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
71 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.4 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.5 cm 32.2 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Plastic Plastic
Colour Black IMR texture Black (bottom), coral crush
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 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. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 120 Watt, 19 V, 6.3 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
Software Included - ASUS Splendid, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), MyASUS, Tru2Life
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, backpack
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - System password
Model Number DM915T EK1183T
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