ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. Dell G5 (SE 5505)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Dell G5 (SE 5505)
Dell G5 (SE 5505)

Our Rating: 75 %

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and Dell G5 (SE 5505). 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

Dell G5 (SE 5505) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell G5 (SE 5505) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

affordable gaming option

fast refresh rate

adequate thermal management

robust build quality

average battery life

heavyweight design

noisy under load

dim display

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and Dell G5 (SE 5505)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. Dell G5 (SE 5505) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Dell G5 (SE 5505)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 36.446 cm x 25.4 cm x 3.096 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.5 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) Supernova silver
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Dell G5 (SE 5505)
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)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 141
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
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 Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 0.18 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Dell G5 (SE 5505)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 4800H / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 8 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Dell G5 (SE 5505)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Dell G5 (SE 5505)
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 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Dell G5 (SE 5505)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon RX 5600M
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features - 78.6 degrees, RGB camera
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3254
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Nahimic sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Dell G5 (SE 5505)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650x - M.2 2230
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111H
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Dell G5 (SE 5505)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 51 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Dell G5 (SE 5505)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 240 Watt, 19.5 V, 12.31 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Dell G5 (SE 5505)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Dell G5 (SE 5505)
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
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Dell G5 (SE 5505)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Dell G5 (SE 5505)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Noble Wedge 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 -
Repairability Index 5.9 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Model Number EJ105W -
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