ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) vs. ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) and ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA). 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 (S531FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large screen size

decent battery life

ample storage capacity

includes essential ports

mediocre display quality

heavy build

average processor

limited graphics performance

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

full hd display

adequate connectivity options

average cpu performance

modest graphics card

limited upgradeability

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) and ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
78 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) vs. ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 23.03 cm x 1.8 cm 32.4 cm x 21.3 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Gun metal Indie black | Light grey (top cover), light grey (bottom), indie black (LCD cover)
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA)
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 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
SSD Cache - 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA)
Technology 3-cell 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA)
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 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), MyASUS
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433EA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features ErgoLift System password
SAR Value 0.584 W/kg (body), 0.584 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number EJ037T AM460T
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