ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX431FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) and ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX431FA). 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 14 (UX431FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX431FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

harman kardon speakers

solid build quality

fast ssd storage

attractive design

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

dim display brightness

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) and ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX431FA)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX431FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX431FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.8 cm 32.4 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.48 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Firmament green Utopia blue
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX431FA)
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 - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
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
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX431FA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX431FA)
RAM 8 GB 4 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 14 (UX431FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD SATA 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX431FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Harman/kardon quad speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX431FA)
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 14 (UX431FA)
Technology 3-cell 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 47 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX431FA)
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 14 (UX431FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX431FA)
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 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 2 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX431FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S530UA) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX431FA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features - System password, hard drive password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value - 0.049 W/kg (limb), 0.049 W/kg (body)
Model Number EJ490T AN169T
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