ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA). 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 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 (X412UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

solid state drive included

decent processor performance

full hd display

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
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 -
Colour Indie black | Transparent silver (LCD cover), spangle silver (bottom), spangle silver (top) Slate grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
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 200 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, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
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 (X412UA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
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 (X412UA)
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 (X412UA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
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 (X412UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 in S mode 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip 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 ASUS Battery Health charging technology
Compliant Standards - UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC
SAR Value - 0.306 W/kg (body), 0.306 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index 6.5 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Model Number BN1021T EK038T
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