ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) and ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ). 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 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 ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

innovative screenpad 2.0

powerful i7 processor

vivid full hd display

fast ssd storage

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

reflective screen surface

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) and ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.33 cm x 21.37 cm x 1.8 cm 31.9 cm x 19.9 cm x 1.82 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Transparent silver Royal blue
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 178° viewing angle Glare, 178° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10510U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
SSD Cache - 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce MX350 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Camera Features IR camera IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad, ScreenPad 2.0
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 5.65" FHD+ (2160 x 1080) Super IPS display
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ)
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-C 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
USB 2.0
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX434FQ)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, sleeve, USB 3.2 to Gigabit Ethernet adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features System password, ErgoLift -
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value 0.6 W/kg (body), 0.6 W/kg (limb) 0.419 W/kg (body), 0.419 W/kg (limb)
Model Number AM016T AI082T
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