ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR. 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 S GX701GWR Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superior gaming performance

slim, attractive design

high refresh rate display

excellent thermal management

robust build quality

high price point

limited battery life

no webcam included

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 39.9 cm x 27.2 cm x 1.87 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) -
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
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. - 300 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, 3 ms response rate, Pantone Validated
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR
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 -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, NVIDIA G-SYNC
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Frame Rate - 60 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Smart Amplification technology
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh -
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR
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 S GX701GWR
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR
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
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ROG Zephyrus S GX701GWR
Included Accessories Power adapter 1080P webcam, power adapter, 3D ROG sculpture
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
Repairability Index 5.9 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number EJ105W HG108T
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