ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R). 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 S UX391UA (ET053R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage options

good graphic capabilities

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited viewing angles

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.99 cm 31.1 cm x 21.3 cm x 1.29 cm
Weight 1.68 kg 1 kg
Colour Star grey Deep dive blue
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3"
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 72% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
CPU AMD A6 9225 / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 1 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
RAM 4 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - HD
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 S UX391UA (ET053R)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Technology 3-cell 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt, 20 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
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 1 (Power Delivery/data/video)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, MultiMediaCard) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Fingerprint 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 -
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, GOST-R, CECP, ErP 2013 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number BR289T -
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