ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX. 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 ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-slim design

powerful gaming performance

innovative cooling system

high refresh rate display

RGB keyboard lighting

short battery life

no webcam

limited upgradeability

high price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.99 cm 36 cm x 26.8 cm x 1.57 cm
Weight 1.68 kg 2.1 kg
Colour Star grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.35% Adobe RGB
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, 3 ms response rate
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX
CPU AMD A6 9225 / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 1 MB 9 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX
RAM 4 GB 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 24 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX
Technology 3-cell 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features - 4 RGB zones
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX
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
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, MultiMediaCard) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, 3D ROG sculpture
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
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 Active Aerodynamic System (AAS)
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, GOST-R, CECP, ErP 2013 -
SAR Value - 0.02 W/kg (body), 0.02 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number BR289T ES002T
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