ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS 14 (X409UA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS 14 (X409UA). 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 (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

ASUS 14 (X409UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 14 (X409UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

adequate performance

solid build quality

decent battery life

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS 14 (X409UA)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS 14 (X409UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS 14 (X409UA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.99 cm 32.5 cm x 21.6 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.68 kg 1.6 kg
Colour Star grey Slate grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS 14 (X409UA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS 14 (X409UA)
CPU AMD A6 9225 / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 1 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS 14 (X409UA)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS 14 (X409UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS 14 (X409UA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS 14 (X409UA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS 14 (X409UA)
Technology 3-cell 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS 14 (X409UA)
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 (X505BA) ASUS 14 (X409UA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS 14 (X409UA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, MultiMediaCard) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS 14 (X409UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS 14 (X409UA)
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 ASUS IceCool design, ASUS SuperBatt Technology, ASUS Battery Health charging technology -
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, GOST-R, CECP, ErP 2013 -
SAR Value - 0.196 W/kg (body), 0.196 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number BR289T EK035T
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