ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

lightweight design

adequate performance

average display

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre graphics performance

ASUS 14 (M409DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 14 (M409DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 360-degree hinge

lightweight design

affordable price point

decent battery life

chrome os integration

limited storage capacity

average display quality

no high-end processor

fewer port options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) and ASUS 14 (M409DA)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) vs. ASUS 14 (M409DA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.49 cm x 21.35 cm x 1.59 cm 32.5 cm x 21.6 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Gaia green Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
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 - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features WideView, frameless bezel design, NanoEdge display ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache - L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Vega 3
Camera Yes - HD Yes - VGA
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Smart Amp ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 32 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
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 S14 (S433FA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included - ASUS Splendid, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), MyASUS
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433FA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Compliant Standards - UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, GOST-R
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number EB450T EK124T
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