ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent battery life

fast charging support

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB ports

MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

vivid full hd display

efficient cooling system

competitive price point

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.97 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.79 cm 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Cool silver -
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB L3 - 24 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Max Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Camera Features Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology -
Sound Dual speakers, array microphone Speakers, microphone
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 39.3 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (white)
Features Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Precision touchpad, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI 1.4
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Features MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0 -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 003UK
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