ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) vs. ASUS 14 (M409DA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) and ASUS 14 (M409DA). 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 (S530UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stylish lightweight design

vivid full hd display

fast ssd storage

comfortable backlit keyboard

reasonable price point

average battery life

moderate graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

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 S15 (S530UA) and ASUS 14 (M409DA)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) vs. ASUS 14 (M409DA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.8 cm 32.5 cm x 21.6 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Firmament green Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
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)
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 ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache - L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD SATA 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Vega 3
Camera Yes - HD Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Technology 3-cell 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 32 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS 14 (M409DA)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
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 S15 (S530UA) 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 S15 (S530UA) 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 EJ490T EK124T
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