ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

intuitive touchpad

adequate connectivity options

crisp audio output

average battery life

modest display resolution

limited graphics performance

slower HDD storage

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

lightweight design

solid state drive included

decent battery life

full hd display

average cpu performance

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.1 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.72 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 48.1 cm x 28.8 cm x 6.5 cm / 3.16 kg
Weight 1.9 kg 1.8 kg
Colour Star grey IMR with angle hairline Indie black
DISPLAY ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-reflective Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 83% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 4417U / 2.3 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 7505 / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 610 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Technology 3-cell 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 33 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Type Mouse, keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Slots - 1 x Serial ATA (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included - MyASUS, GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Included Accessories Power adapter, carrying case, mouse Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ASUS IceCool design Cortana support
Model Number - EJ2670W
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