ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) vs. ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) and ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA). 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 ZenBook 13 (UX333FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

excellent battery life

vivid full-HD display

solid build quality

fast SSD storage

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

average speaker quality

cramped keyboard layout

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) and ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
78 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) vs. ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.8 cm 30.2 cm x 18.9 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.19 kg
Colour Firmament green Icicle silver | Deep dive blue
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3" - IPS
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 - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display Anti-reflective, glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD SATA 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR/RGB camera
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
Technology 3-cell 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
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 ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
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-C 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1
HDMI
USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333FA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
SAR Value - 0.566 W/kg (body), 0.566 W/kg (limb)
Model Number EJ490T A4046T
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