ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) vs. ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) and ASUS E406SA (BV225TS). 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 (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 E406SA (BV225TS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

efficient battery life

compact form factor

silent operation

limited storage capacity

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

mediocre processor performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) and ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
76 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
63 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) vs. ASUS E406SA (BV225TS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.8 cm 32.64 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.76 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.3 kg
Colour Firmament green Pearl white IMR (LCD cover), pearl white painting (top)
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 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 Ultra Slim Design, anti-glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz Intel Celeron N3000 / 1.04 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 2.08 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache - 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD SATA 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 3000
Camera Yes - HD Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)
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 E406SA (BV225TS)
Technology 3-cell 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 38 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)
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
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS E406SA (BV225TS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features - ASUS IceCool design
Compliant Standards - UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, A-Tick, ErP 2013
SAR Value - 0.576 W/kg (body), 0.576 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Model Number EJ490T -
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