ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS 14 (M415DA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS 14 (M415DA). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid state drive

full hd display

decent processor

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

basic audio quality

ASUS 14 (M415DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 14 (M415DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged build quality

360-degree hinge versatility

affordable educational tool

decent battery life

optimized for Google apps

limited storage capacity

mediocre display resolution

lower performance tier

no Windows compatibility

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS 14 (M415DA)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS 14 (M415DA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS 14 (M415DA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Plastic Plastic
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom)
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS 14 (M415DA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS 14 (M415DA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz AMD Athlon Gold 3150U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS 14 (M415DA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS 14 (M415DA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS 14 (M415DA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS 14 (M415DA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS 14 (M415DA)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS 14 (M415DA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS 14 (M415DA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS 14 (M415DA)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS 14 (M415DA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS 14 (M415DA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip 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 System password, hard drive password System password
Compliant Standards - UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, FCC, A-Tick, GOST-R
Repairability Index 5.9 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Model Number EJ105W BV216T
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