Microsoft Surface Laptop Go vs. ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop Go and ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T). 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.

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Laptop Go based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

attractive design

decent battery life

good build quality

limited storage capacity

average display resolution

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor speed

ample connectivity options

full hd display

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics card

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop Go and ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
81 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go vs. ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop Go ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.818 cm x 20.567 cm x 1.569 cm 38.14 cm x 25.15 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight 1.11 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate -
Colour Platinum -
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop Go ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Screen Size (Type) 12.4" 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1536 x 1024 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 148 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Features PixelSense -
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop Go ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i3 (5th Gen) 5005U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop Go ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed - 1600 MHz
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop Go ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 1 TB HDD
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop Go ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel HD Graphics 5500
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop Go ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11b/g/n
Network Interface - 10/100 Ethernet
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop Go ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Technology - 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) - 33 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop Go ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 39 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop Go ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop Go ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB-C
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
VGA
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Memory Card Reader - 3 in 1 (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop Go ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 Family (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop Go ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Features - System password, hard drive password
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
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