ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) vs. Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) and Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517). 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 17 (X1702ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

basic audio quality

Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

decent processor performance

average battery life

mediocre graphics card

heavy design

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) and Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) vs. Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.93 cm x 25.43 cm x 2.1 cm 40.21 cm x 25.94 cm x 2.04 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Icelight silver Steel grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 17.3" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Narrow Border Display, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 10-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 1.024 TB SSD - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
HDMI
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Acer Aspire 5 17 (A517)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Antibacterial Guard, IceBlades fan Administrator password, system password
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH -
SAR Value - 0.087 W/kg (head), 0.087 W/kg (body), 0.087 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number AU043W 58M
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