ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

vivid full-hd display

fast ssd storage

good processor performance

competitive price point

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

basic audio quality

ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

affordable price point

fast SSD storage

decent processor performance

stylish design

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

basic display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.79 cm 32.2 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic Plastic
Colour Indie black | Transparent silver (LCD cover), spangle silver (bottom), spangle silver (top) Black (bottom), coral crush
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
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 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life, IPS-level ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (0 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included - ASUS Splendid, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), MyASUS, Tru2Life
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, backpack
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features System password System password
Repairability Index 6.5 (out of 10) -
Model Number BN1021T EK1183T
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