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 ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

fast ssd storage

excellent battery life

sharp display resolution

robust build quality

average graphics performance

no dedicated gpu

fewer usb ports

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 31.9 cm x 20.8 cm x 1.39 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.13 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) Pine grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
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. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare NanoEdge display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 67 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA)
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
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C 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 MIL-STD-810G tested, ErgoLift
Repairability Index 5.9 (out of 10) 6.6 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number EJ105W KI558T
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