Microsoft Surface Pro 7 vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro 7 and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA). 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.

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Pro 7 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile form factor

lightweight design

sharp pixelSense display

improved studio mics

fast processing speeds

limited port options

short battery life

higher price range

no dedicated graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Pro 7 and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA)
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 20.1 cm x 0.85 cm 35.72 cm x 23.04 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 775 g 1.7 kg
Colour Platinum Slate grey | Peacock blue | Coral crush
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro 7 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2736 x 1824 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features PixelSense Anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro 7 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 4417U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro 7 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro 7 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro 7 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel HD Graphics 610
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - HD
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features Autofocus, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro 7 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA)
Technology - 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 32 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro 7 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Microsoft Surface Pro 7 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA)
Type - Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro 7 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA)
Interfaces USB-C
USB 3.0
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro 7 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Pro 7 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Studio Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode ASUS Battery Health charging technology
Compliant Standards - UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC
SAR Value 1.58 W/kg (body) 0.304 W/kg (body), 0.304 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year
France: limited warranty - 2 years
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Model Number - EJ243T
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