ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) vs. ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) and ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL). 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 (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 ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-slim design

lightweight portability

sharp full-HD display

fast SSD storage

decent battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

average speaker quality

pricier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) and ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) vs. ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 23.03 cm x 1.8 cm 31 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.39 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 990 g
Colour Gun metal Deep dive blue
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3"
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 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, WideView, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - VGA
Camera Features IR camera -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL)
Technology 3-cell 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL)
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 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL)
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 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features ErgoLift -
SAR Value 0.584 W/kg (body), 0.584 W/kg (limb) -
Model Number EJ037T EG075R
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