ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T). 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 TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

full hd display

backlit keyboard feature

reasonable price point

durable build quality

heavier than competitors

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 39.98 cm x 27.94 cm x 2.76 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.7 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)
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)
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, 75.36% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - DTS Headphone:X
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 64 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 120 Watt, 19 V, 6.3 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance ASUS Overstroke technologie, HyperStrike technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)
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 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)
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 -
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G
Repairability Index 5.9 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Model Number EJ105W -
Other Comparisons with ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA)
Other Comparisons with ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EW074T)
Other Popular Laptop Comparisons
Other projects: