ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF). 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 Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

lightweight and portable

vivid oled display

fast ssd storage

competitive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

standard design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
80 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.99 cm 31.71 cm x 22.25 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.68 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Star grey Cool silver
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display Glossy
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
CPU AMD A6 9225 / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12450H / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 1 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
RAM 4 GB 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Technology 3-cell 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Input AC 120/230 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 (X505BA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, MultiMediaCard) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, ScreenXpert, GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, wired mouse, Carry bag
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip 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 ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, GOST-R, CECP, ErP 2013 RoHS, REACH
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number BR289T LY134W
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