ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS E406MA (BV284T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
ASUS E406MA (BV284T)
ASUS E406MA (BV284T)

Our Rating: 72 %

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS E406MA (BV284T). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

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 E406MA (BV284T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS E406MA (BV284T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

silent operation

compact form factor

limited storage capacity

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

mediocre processor performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS E406MA (BV284T)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS E406MA (BV284T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS E406MA (BV284T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 32.64 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.76 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.3 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) Star grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS E406MA (BV284T)
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 -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS E406MA (BV284T)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS E406MA (BV284T)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS E406MA (BV284T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS E406MA (BV284T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 605
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS E406MA (BV284T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS E406MA (BV284T)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 56 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS E406MA (BV284T)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS E406MA (BV284T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS E406MA (BV284T)
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
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS E406MA (BV284T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 in S mode 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS E406MA (BV284T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password, hard drive password ASUS IceCool design
Compliant Standards - UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, A-Tick, ErP 2013
SAR Value - 0.576 W/kg (body), 0.576 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index 5.9 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Model Number EJ105W -
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