ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T). 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 Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative screenpad technology

compact and lightweight design

high-resolution display

solid build quality

powerful processor

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.99 cm 32.3 cm x 22.5 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.68 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material - Metal
Colour Star grey Deep dive blue
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
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 100% sRGB
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display Glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
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 -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
RAM 4 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
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 ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
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 Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Technology 3-cell 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 90 Watt, 19 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ScreenPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - 5.5" FHD (1920 x 1080) Super IPS+ display
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 2.0
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, MultiMediaCard) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, sleeve, USB to Ethernet adapter
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 -
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, GOST-R, CECP, ErP 2013 -
SAR Value - 0.5 W/kg (body), 0.5 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number BR289T -
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