ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) vs. ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) and ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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 VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

fanless operation

compact form factor

limited storage capacity

mediocre performance

low-resolution display

few connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) and ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) vs. ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.8 cm 28.6 cm x 19.33 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 990 g
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Firmament green Star grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 11.6"
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 ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, glare, Tru2Life
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD SATA 128 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 605
Camera Yes - HD Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA)
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 VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA)
Technology 3-cell 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 38 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA)
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 VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA)
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 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro National Academic
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD026RA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features - System password
SAR Value - 0.586 W/kg (body), 0.586 W/kg (limb)
Model Number EJ490T -
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