ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad A475

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and Lenovo ThinkPad A475. 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

Lenovo ThinkPad A475 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad A475 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good enterprise security

solid battery life

efficient multitasking

mediocre display quality

heavier design

limited graphics performance

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and Lenovo ThinkPad A475
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad A475 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad A475
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.99 cm 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm
Weight 1.68 kg 1.65 kg
Colour Star grey -
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad A475
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad A475
CPU AMD A6 9225 / 2.6 GHz AMD A12 PRO-8830B / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 1 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad A475
RAM 4 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad A475
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad A475
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 AMD Radeon R7
Camera Yes - VGA -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad A475
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad A475
Technology 3-cell -
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh -
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad A475
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A -
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad A475
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad A475
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, MultiMediaCard) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad A475
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad A475
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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 -
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, GOST-R, CECP, ErP 2013 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, GDPR
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number BR289T -
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