ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage options

good graphic capabilities

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited viewing angles

no backlit keyboard

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

lightweight design

adequate performance

average display

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) and ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) vs. ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.98 cm x 23.53 cm x 1.99 cm 32.49 cm x 21.35 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Black (bottom), black (top), bespoke black (LCD cover) Gaia green
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
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 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display, IPS-level WideView, frameless bezel design, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 4700U / 2 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (M513IA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Features System password -
Repairability Index 6.5 (out of 10) -
Model Number BQ483T EB450T
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