ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T). 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 S14 (S431FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

vivid full hd display

fast ssd storage

efficient intel processor

reasonable price point

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

mediocre sound quality

ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

full hd display

durable keyboard design

decent cooling system

affordable gaming option

heavyweight build

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.33 cm x 21.37 cm x 1.8 cm 39.98 cm x 27.94 cm x 2.76 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 2.7 kg
Colour Transparent silver Black IMR, red matter
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 17.3"
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. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.36% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 178° viewing angle Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache - 9 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera -
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - DTS Headphone:X
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 64 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 120 Watt, 19 V, 6.3 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - ASUS Overstroke technologie, HyperStrike technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, palm rest label
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ErgoLift -
SAR Value 0.6 W/kg (body), 0.6 W/kg (limb) -
Model Number AM016T -
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