ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA). 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 ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

fast ssd storage

powerful amd processor

long battery life

comfortable keyboard

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

average display brightness

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 21 cm x 1.43 cm 32.24 cm x 21 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 1.22 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Pine grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 4500U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz -
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 67 Wh 38 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone output (on supplied adapter)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode
Software Included McAfee, MyASUS -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Included Accessories Power adapter, sleeve, USB to Ethernet adapter, USB-C to audio jack adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features - System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G -
SAR Value - 0.286 W/kg (body), 0.286 W/kg (limb)
Model Number AM080R EK019T
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