Microsoft Surface vs. ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Microsoft Surface
Microsoft Surface

Our Rating: 85 %

ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)
ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)

Our Rating: 72 %

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface and ASUS X515MA (EJ539W). 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 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 X515MA (EJ539W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

efficient daily performance

average battery life

basic display quality

limited graphics performance

slower HDD storage

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface and ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface vs. ASUS X515MA (EJ539W) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.8 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.57 cm 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, anodised aluminium Plastic (top), plastic (bottom), plastic (LCD cover)
Colour Platinum Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), transparent silver (bottom)
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)
Screen Size (Type) 12.4" 15.6"
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 - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Corning Gorilla glass 3, Color Calibrated, PixelSense, sRGB Mode, enhanced colour Anti-glare, 83% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB 4 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) -
MEMORY Microsoft Surface ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
STORAGE Microsoft Surface ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, dual far-field studio microphones Speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features Output: Omnisonic speakers Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)
Technology - 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 39 Watt 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT Microsoft Surface ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Precision touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2/DisplayPort
USB 3.1
Headphone output (mini-phone 3.5 mm)
SurfaceConnect
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface ASUS X515MA (EJ539W)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, backpack, wired USB optical mouse
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Fast charging System password
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
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