ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)

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Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520). 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 (X512DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

ample storage options

decent processor speed

lightweight design

solid build quality

average display quality

limited graphics performance

short battery life

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 23.04 cm x 1.99 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 30.39 cm x 21.91 cm x 0.6 cm / 380 g - keyboard dock
30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm / 880 g - tablet
Weight 1.7 kg 880 g
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Slate grey Iron grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 12.2" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 320 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display -
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache - 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features - Rear camera with auto focus
Sound - Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X2
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - WCDMA, LTE, FDD LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L831-EAU
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Technology 2-cell 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 39 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort, VGA, HDMI)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (Lenovo Miix 520)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options - Gyro sensor, G-sensor, hall sensor, inertial measurement unit (IMU)
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 0.464 W/kg (body), 0.464 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number EJ254T 12IKB 20M3
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