Microsoft Surface Laptop SE vs. ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop SE and ASUS M515DA (BQ1214). 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.

Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Review

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

affordable price

lightweight design

integrated with windows 11

good battery life

simple user interface

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

minimal connectivity options

lower performance levels

ASUS M515DA (BQ1214) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS M515DA (BQ1214) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid state drive

adequate connectivity options

full hd display

average battery life

modest graphics performance

limited upgradeability

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop SE and ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop SE vs. ASUS M515DA (BQ1214) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.37 cm x 19.305 cm x 1.758 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.1124 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Glacier Slate grey
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 15.6"
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 135 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 178° viewing angle, 83% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3250U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
Features Intel Burst Technology -
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Resolution 1 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Technology - 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Interfaces USB-C
USB
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 SE No operating system
Software Included Microsoft 365 for Education (requires licence or subscription) McAfee LiveSafe, MyASUS, Microsoft Office Home and Student 2021, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE ASUS M515DA (BQ1214)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, backpack, wired optical mouse, Carry bag
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Bulk packaging System password
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
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