ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) vs. ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) and ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA). 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 VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

fanless operation

compact form factor

limited storage capacity

mediocre performance

low-resolution screen

few connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) and ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) vs. ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.33 cm x 21.37 cm x 1.8 cm 28.6 cm x 19.33 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 990 g
Colour Transparent silver Star grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 11.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 178° viewing angle ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 605
Camera Yes - HD Yes - VGA
Camera Features IR camera -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro Education
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Features System password, ErgoLift -
SAR Value 0.6 W/kg (body), 0.6 W/kg (limb) 0.586 W/kg (body), 0.586 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number AM016T -
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