ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) vs. ASUS E406SA (BV227TS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) and ASUS E406SA (BV227TS). 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 UX330UA (FB308R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

sharp full-hd display

fast ssd storage

excellent battery life

competitive price point

limited graphics performance

no touchscreen option

fewer connectivity ports

average speaker quality

ASUS E406SA (BV227TS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS E406SA (BV227TS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

fanless operation

compact form factor

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

modest performance

few connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) and ASUS E406SA (BV227TS)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
78 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) vs. ASUS E406SA (BV227TS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) ASUS E406SA (BV227TS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.35 cm 32.64 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.76 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.3 kg
Colour Quartz grey Star grey (top), star grey IMR (LCD cover)
DISPLAY ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) ASUS E406SA (BV227TS)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3200 x 1800 (QHD+) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Ultra Slim Design, anti-glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) ASUS E406SA (BV227TS)
CPU Intel Core i7 (7th Gen) 7500U / 2.7 GHz Intel Celeron N3000 / 1.04 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 2.08 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) ASUS E406SA (BV227TS)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR3 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz -
STORAGE ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) ASUS E406SA (BV227TS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) ASUS E406SA (BV227TS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 3000
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) ASUS E406SA (BV227TS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) ASUS E406SA (BV227TS)
Technology Lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
Battery Run Time Web browsing: up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) ASUS E406SA (BV227TS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) ASUS E406SA (BV227TS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) ASUS E406SA (BV227TS)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Micro-HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
LAN (on supplied cable)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) ASUS E406SA (BV227TS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) ASUS E406SA (BV227TS)
Included Accessories Power adapter, USB 3.0 to Ethernet adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password ASUS IceCool design
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, BSMI, CCC, FCC UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, A-Tick, ErP 2013
SAR Value - 0.576 W/kg (body), 0.576 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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