ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) and ASUS X515EA (BQ959W). 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 VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

lightweight design

competitive price point

solid build quality

fast ssd storage

average battery life

modest graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

ASUS X515EA (BQ959W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515EA (BQ959W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

lightweight design

solid state drive included

decent battery life

full hd display

average processor speed

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer usb ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) and ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
74 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ959W) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.79 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic Plastic
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), spangle silver (bottom), spangle silver (top) Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom)
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" OLED 15.6"
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 600 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Colour Support 1.07 billion colours -
Features Glossy, Eye-Care Technology, Low Blue Light technology, Pantone Validated, 85% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, HDR 600 True Black Anti-glare, IPS-level, 83% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 8 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone Speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Interfaces HDMI
Headphone output
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (K513EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password -
Repairability Index 6.5 (out of 10) 6.2 (out of 10)
Model Number L1897T -
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