ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) vs. ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) and ASUS P540UA (DM1491R). 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 ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

powerful i7 processor

vivid 4k display

efficient battery life

innovative screenpad technology

limited port selection

higher price point

no optical drive

standard SSD capacity

ASUS P540UA (DM1491R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS P540UA (DM1491R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

adequate connectivity options

good keyboard feel

average display quality

limited graphics capabilities

moderate battery life

no touchscreen feature

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) and ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) vs. ASUS P540UA (DM1491R) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.79 cm 38.1 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight 1.59 kg 1.9 kg
Colour Royal blue Chocolate black IMR with hairline (LCD cover), gold IMR with hairline (top)
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
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 - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, Ultra Slim Design Bezel
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD 2.5" SATA
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Intel HD Graphics 620
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - VGA
Camera Features IR/RGB camera -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 73 Wh 33 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 90 Watt, 19 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN (on supplied cable)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX533FD) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Included Accessories Power adapter, sleeve, USB 3.0 to Ethernet adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features ASUS Battery Health charging technology System password, hard drive password
Model Number A8011T -
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