ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT). 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 ZenBook 15 (UX534FT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

innovative screenpad 2.0

high-resolution display

solid build quality

powerful i7 processor

limited port selection

noisy under load

average battery life

premium price tag

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 35.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.67 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) Royal blue, glass
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
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
Features Anti-glare Glare, WideView, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
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 ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 8-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 71 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.9 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
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, 20 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ScreenPad 2.0
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard, 5.65" FHD+ (2160 x 1080) Super IPS display
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
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 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), McAfee Internet Security (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FT)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password, hard drive password ErgoLift
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value - 0.3 W/kg (body), 0.3 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index 5.9 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number EJ105W A9002T
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