ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

good keyboard layout

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics performance

mediocre battery life

Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

eco-friendly materials

fast charging support

lightweight design

good processor performance

affordable price

average display quality

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

modest battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
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64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
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75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.99 cm 32.867 cm x 22.357 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.68 kg 1.5 kg
Colour Star grey Mariana blue
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
CPU AMD A6 9225 / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 1 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
RAM 4 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 512 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Technology 3-cell -
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 56 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, MultiMediaCard) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Acer Aspire Vero 14 (AV14)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS IceCool design, ASUS SuperBatt Technology, ASUS Battery Health charging technology Administrator password, system password, Project Athena certified
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, GOST-R, CECP, ErP 2013 TCO Certified 9.0
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 BR289T 52P
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