ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT). 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 15 (UX534FT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

innovative screenpad 2.0

high-resolution display

solid build quality

powerful i7 processor

limited port selection

noisy under load

average battery life

premium price tag

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.99 cm 35.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.68 kg 1.67 kg
Colour Star grey Royal blue, glass
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
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)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display Glare, WideView, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
CPU AMD A6 9225 / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 1 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
RAM 4 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
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 15 (UX534FT)
Technology 3-cell 8-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 71 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.9 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 120 Watt, 20 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ScreenPad 2.0
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 5.65" FHD+ (2160 x 1080) Super IPS display
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
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 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, MultiMediaCard) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), McAfee Internet Security (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, smart card reader
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 ErgoLift
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, GOST-R, CECP, ErP 2013 MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value - 0.3 W/kg (body), 0.3 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number BR289T A9002T
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