ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) and ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD). 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 (S532FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

simple user interface

average battery life

basic display quality

limited graphics capability

minimal connectivity options

ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

durable keyboard design

efficient cooling system

affordable gaming option

decent audio quality

heavy chassis

average battery life

dim display

limited upgradability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) and ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
71 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 23.03 cm x 1.8 cm 38.4 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.5 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Moss green | Transparent silver Black IMR texture
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - TN
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 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
SSD Cache 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory - 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 48 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 120 Watt, 19 V, 6.3 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
Type Keyboard, ScreenPad 2.0 Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features 5.65" FHD+ (2160 x 1080) Super IPS display -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
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
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Bullguard Internet Security -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS TUF Gaming 15 (FX504GD)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ErgoLift -
SAR Value 0.512 W/kg (body), 0.512 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number BQ062T DM915T
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