ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) vs. ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) and ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R). 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 ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage options

good graphic capabilities

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited viewing angles

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) and ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) vs. ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 23.03 cm x 1.8 cm 31.1 cm x 21.3 cm x 1.29 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1 kg
Colour Gun metal Deep dive blue
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
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 -
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
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
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
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 S UX391UA (ET053R)
Technology 3-cell 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 65 Watt, 20 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
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 1 (Power Delivery/data/video)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET053R)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Fingerprint reader
Features ErgoLift -
SAR Value 0.584 W/kg (body), 0.584 W/kg (limb) -
Model Number EJ037T -
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