ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) vs. ASUS P403FA

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) and ASUS P403FA. 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 (X540UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

lightweight design

good keyboard feel

average display quality

limited battery life

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics capabilities

ASUS P403FA Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS P403FA based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient battery life

lightweight design

fast SSD storage

good value pricing

average display resolution

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

basic audio system

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) and ASUS P403FA
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) vs. ASUS P403FA Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) ASUS P403FA
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.1 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.72 cm 32.3 cm x 20.8 cm x 1.65 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.35 kg
Colour Chocolate black IMR with hairline (LCD cover), gold IMR with hairline (top) Silver blue & sand blast
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) ASUS P403FA
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Ultra Slim Design, ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology Anti-glare, WideView, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) ASUS P403FA
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) ASUS P403FA
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) ASUS P403FA
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB Hybrid Drive SATA / 5400 rpm - Seagate 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) ASUS P403FA
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) ASUS P403FA
Wireless 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) ASUS P403FA
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 33 Wh 72 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) ASUS P403FA
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) ASUS P403FA
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) ASUS P403FA
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) ASUS P403FA
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) ASUS P403FA
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features System password, ASUS IceCool design System password
Model Number GQ1796T EB021R
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