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

Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent build quality

solid keyboard layout

adequate port selection

supports casual use

mediocre battery life

low-resolution display

limited performance capacity

slow hard drive speed

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
71 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.99 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.68 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Star grey Onyx black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - TN
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 - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
CPU AMD A6 9225 / 2.6 GHz Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 1 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - VGA Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
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
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, MultiMediaCard) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - Danish / English / Finnish / Norwegian / Swedish
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad 330)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS IceCool design, ASUS SuperBatt Technology, ASUS Battery Health charging technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, GOST-R, CECP, ErP 2013 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Model Number BR289T 15IGM 81D1
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