In depth comparison and review of Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56) and ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56) | ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 36.34 cm x 23.85 cm x 1.795 cm | 35.72 cm x 23.03 cm x 1.8 cm |
Weight | 1.9 kg | 1.8 kg |
Case Material | Plastic, metal (top cover) | - |
Colour | Pure silver | Gun metal |
DISPLAY | Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56) | ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" - IPS | 15.6" |
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LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | - | 60 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | 250 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² |
Features | Anti-glare, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display | Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display |
PROCESSOR | Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56) | ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.2 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
Number of Cores | Quad-Core | Quad-Core |
Cache | 8 MB | 6 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
Features | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 |
MEMORY | Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56) | ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) |
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RAM | 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) | 8 GB |
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Max RAM Supported | 20 GB | - |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Speed | 3200 MHz | 2400 MHz |
Rated Speed | 3200 MHz | 2400 MHz |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | - |
Slots Qty | 1 | - |
Empty Slots | 0 | - |
STORAGE | Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56) | ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD - SanDisk | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56) | ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
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Memory Allocation Technology | Shared Video Memory (UMA) | - |
Camera | Yes - HD | Yes - HD |
Camera Features | - | IR camera |
Sound | Stereo speakers, two microphones | Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone |
Audio Features | - | ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology |
COMMUNICATIONS | Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56) | ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) |
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Wireless | Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230 | - |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | - |
Features | Wake-on-LAN (WOL) | - |
BATTERY | Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56) | ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) |
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Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | 3-cell |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 48 Wh | 42 Wh |
AC ADAPTER | Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56) | ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) |
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Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 45 Watt, 19 V | 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A |
INPUT | Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56) | ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | Yes | - |
Keyboard Backlight | - | Yes |
Features | Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad | - |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56) | ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) |
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Interfaces | HDMI USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging) USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.0 LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
HDMI 2 x USB 2.0 USB 3.1 Gen 1 Headphone/microphone combo jack USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 |
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Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (microSD) |
SOFTWARE | Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56) | ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Home |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56) | ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter, HDD kit | Power adapter |
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Security | Fingerprint reader | - |
Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot | - |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | - |
Features | - | ErgoLift |
SAR Value | 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head) | 0.584 W/kg (body), 0.584 W/kg (limb) |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in International travellers warranty - 1 year |
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Model Number | 531D | EJ037T |