ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA). 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 ZenBook 13 (UX333FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

excellent battery life

vivid full-HD display

solid build quality

fast SSD storage

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

average speaker quality

cramped keyboard layout

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
78 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.99 cm 30.2 cm x 18.9 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.68 kg 1.19 kg
Colour Star grey Icicle silver | Deep dive blue
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3" - IPS
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
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-reflective, glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
CPU AMD A6 9225 / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 1 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
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 ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR/RGB camera
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
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 ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
Technology 3-cell 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
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 ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
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-C 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1
HDMI
USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, MultiMediaCard) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
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 - 0.566 W/kg (body), 0.566 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number BR289T A4046T
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