ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) vs. ASUS A509JA (BQ667)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) and ASUS A509JA (BQ667). 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 17 (X712JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

ample storage options

decent build quality

comprehensive connectivity

average battery life

mediocre graphics performance

dim display brightness

slow processor speed

ASUS A509JA (BQ667) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS A509JA (BQ667) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

lightweight design

adequate performance

decent battery life

average display resolution

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics card

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) and ASUS A509JA (BQ667)
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) vs. ASUS A509JA (BQ667) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUS A509JA (BQ667)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.69 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Plastic Plastic
Colour Transparent silver Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUS A509JA (BQ667)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, IPS-level Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUS A509JA (BQ667)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 1065G7 / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUS A509JA (BQ667)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUS A509JA (BQ667)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUS A509JA (BQ667)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Plus Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUS A509JA (BQ667)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUS A509JA (BQ667)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 32 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUS A509JA (BQ667)
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 17 (X712JA) ASUS A509JA (BQ667)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUS A509JA (BQ667)
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 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUS A509JA (BQ667)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUS A509JA (BQ667)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift System password, hard drive password
SAR Value - 0.13 W/kg (body), 0.13 W/kg (limb)
Model Number AU332T -
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