ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) vs. ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) and ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA). 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

ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

extended battery life

lightweight design

efficient performance

good value for money

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

basic audio system

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) and ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) vs. ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.69 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 35.73 cm x 23.68 cm x 1.94 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.76 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminum, plastic
Colour Transparent silver Grey | Classic gray
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
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) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
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
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
VGA
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) and firmware (TPM), fingerprint reader
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 ErgoLift
Compliant Standards - UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC, MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value - 0.181 W/kg (body), 0.181 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Model Number AU332T EJ0936R
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