Microsoft Surface vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Microsoft Surface and ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA). 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 Review

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

versatile form factor

high-resolution touchscreen

lightweight design

solid build quality

good battery life

higher price range

limited port selection

moderate storage options

average graphics performance

ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

lightweight design

competitive pricing

solid build quality

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited upgradeability

modest graphics card

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface and ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA)
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.8 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.57 cm 35.68 cm x 22.76 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, anodised aluminium -
Colour Platinum Transparent silver
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 12.4" 15.6" OLED
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
Screen Resolution 1536 x 1024 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 148 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Corning Gorilla glass 3, Color Calibrated, PixelSense, sRGB Mode, enhanced colour Glossy, HDR (high dynamic range), 86% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, HDR 600 True Black
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Microsoft Surface ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Microsoft Surface ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Stereo speakers, dual far-field studio microphones Dual speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features Output: Omnisonic speakers Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA)
Technology - 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 39 Watt 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Microsoft Surface ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Precision touchpad Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2/DisplayPort
USB 3.1
Headphone output (mini-phone 3.5 mm)
SurfaceConnect
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
USB 2.0
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro -
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features Fast charging MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, IceBlades fan, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards - RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number - L1204W
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