ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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 S UX391UA (ET087T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

good keyboard layout

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics performance

mediocre battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 31.1 cm x 21.3 cm x 1.29 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) Deep dive blue
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3"
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 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Ultra Slim Design, anti-glare, WideView, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 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
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt, 20 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
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-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery/data/video)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip 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 -
Repairability Index 5.9 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number EJ105W -
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