Side by side comparison and review of Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA). 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) |
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| Product Type | Tablet - with detachable keyboard | Ultrabook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | - | 35.72 cm x 23.04 cm x 1.99 cm |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet | 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm | - |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details | 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm / 920 g - tablet 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 1.2 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard |
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| Weight | 920 g | 1.7 kg |
| Case Material | Anodised aluminium | - |
| Colour | Grey | Transparent silver | Slate grey |
| DISPLAY | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 12" - IPS | 15.6" |
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| Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | - |
| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | - | 60 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 16:9 |
| Image Brightness | 350 cd/m² | - |
| Colour Gamut | - | 45% NTSC |
| Windows Ink Capability | Yes | - |
| Features | Glare, CineCrystal, One Glass Solution, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle, 30 ms response rate | ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare |
| PROCESSOR | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz | Intel Pentium Gold 5405U / 2.3 GHz |
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| Number of Cores | Dual-Core | Dual-Core |
| Cache | 3 MB | 2 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
| MEMORY | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) |
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| RAM | 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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| Max RAM Supported | - | 12 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | - | 2400 MHz |
| Form Factor | - | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
| Slots Qty | - | 1 |
| Empty Slots | - | 1 |
| STORAGE | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 128 GB SSD - Kingston | 256 GB SSD SATA 6Gb/s |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel HD Graphics 620 | Intel UHD Graphics |
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| Memory Allocation Technology | Shared Video Memory (UMA) | - |
| Camera | Yes - 2592 x 1944 (rear), 1600 x 1200 (front) | Yes - HD |
| Resolution | 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) | - |
| Camera Features | Wide angle lens, 1080p Full HD movie recording, 720p HD movie recording, Windows Hello | - |
| Video Resolutions | 720p, 1080p | - |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, microphone | Stereo speakers, microphone |
| Audio Features | - | ASUS SonicMaster |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) |
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| Wireless | Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 |
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| BATTERY | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) |
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| Technology | 2-cell lithium polymer | 2-cell |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 37 Wh | 37 Wh |
| Battery Life | Up to 10.5 hours | - |
| AC ADAPTER | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) |
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 45 Watt, 19 V | 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A |
| INPUT | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) |
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| Type | Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Volume control, multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad | - |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) |
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| Interfaces | USB-C Headphone/microphone combo jack USB 3.0 |
Headphone/microphone combo jack USB 3.1 Gen 1 2 x USB 2.0 USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 HDMI |
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| Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) | Yes (microSD) |
| SOFTWARE | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Home |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52) | ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter, keyboard, Acer Active Pen | Power adapter |
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| Integrated Options | Ambient light sensor, gyro sensor, electromagnetic compass | - |
| Security | Fingerprint reader | - |
| Security Slot Type | - | Kensington security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | Integrated stylus holder, LiquidLoop, built-in easel kickstand | System password |
| SAR Value | - | 0.304 W/kg (body), 0.304 W/kg (limb) |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | - | Yes |
| Manufacturer Warranty | - | Limited warranty - 1 year |
| Model Number | 383S | EJ1515T |
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