ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) vs. Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) and Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514). 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 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

Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

lightweight design

good processor performance

average display quality

limited graphics capabilities

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) and Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
78 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) vs. Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.49 cm x 21.35 cm x 1.625 cm 31.82 cm x 22.55 cm x 1.78 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 2 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Indie black Steel grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3250U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
RAM 4 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 1.024 TB SSD - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Technology 3-cell -
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
HDMI
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Fingerprint reader -
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 Administrator password, system password
Compliant Standards UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, GOST-R, iDA, ErP 2013 -
SAR Value - 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number EK007T 56M
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