ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV. 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 ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large screen size

decent battery life

ample storage capacity

includes essential ports

mediocre display quality

heavy build

average processor

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.99 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) Black metal
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.79% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 76 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
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 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
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 System password, hard drive password System password
SAR Value - 0.38 W/kg (body), 0.38 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index 5.9 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number EJ105W ES004T
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