ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) vs. Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) and Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31). 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 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

lightweight design

competitive pricing

solid build quality

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited upgradeability

modest graphics card

no thunderbolt support

Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

adequate connectivity options

competitive pricing

average display quality

limited graphics capability

modest storage capacity

no touchscreen option

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) and Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) vs. Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.68 cm x 22.76 cm x 1.99 cm 32.95 cm x 23.18 cm x 2.44 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.65 kg
Colour Transparent silver Shale black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" OLED 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Colour Support 1.07 billion colours -
Features Glossy, HDR (high dynamic range), 86% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, HDR 600 True Black Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel N-series N200
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB L3 - 6 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Dual speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Audio Features Input: AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Precision touchpad, mechanically anchored keys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Operating System (OS) - Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro National Academic) + Windows 11 Pro National Academic Licence
Software Included MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
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 MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, IceBlades fan, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard -
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0 MIL-STD 810F, MIL-STD 810H, TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value - 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.14 W/kg (head)
1.14 W/kg (body)
1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number L1204W TCO
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