Apple MacBook vs. ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)

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Detailed comparison and review of Apple MacBook and ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA). 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.

ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

fast SSD storage

vivid display colors

decent processor speed

average battery life

limited upgrade options

modest graphics performance

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Apple MacBook and ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Apple MacBook vs. ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.5 cm x 22.7 cm x 2.8 cm 35.93 cm x 22.94 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, plastic
Colour White Cool silver
DISPLAY Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 15.6"
Screen Resolution 1280 x 800 (WXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
CPU Intel Core Duo 2 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 13500H
Max Turbo Speed - 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache L2 - 2 MB L3 - 18 MB
Front Side Bus 667 MHz -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, power-optimized processor system bus, Execute Disable Bit capability Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
RAM 512 MB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 2 GB -
RAM Type DDR2 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 667 MHz / PC2-5300 -
Rated Speed 667 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 200-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 60 GB HDD SATA 1.5Gb/s / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD±RW fixed -
Read Speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD) -
Write Speed 24x (CD) / 4x (DVD±R) -
CD / DVD Rewrite Speed 10x (CD) / 4x (DVD±RW) -
AUDIO & VIDEO Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel GMA 950 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Dynamic Video Memory Technology 3.0 -
Max Allocated RAM Size 64 MB -
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions 640 x 480 -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Wireless 802.11b/g, Bluetooth 2.0 EDR 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 55 Wh 75 Wh
AC ADAPTER Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - 1.35mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Slots 2 x memory -
Interfaces 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire)
2 x USB 2.0 4 pin USB Type A
1 x display / video - DVI-Analog/Digital
1 x audio - SPDIF input/line-in - mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK
1 x audio - SPDIF output/headphones - mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
SOFTWARE Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Operating System (OS) Apple MacOS X 10.4 Windows 11 Home
Software Included Drivers & Utilities, Apple QuickTime, Apple Hardware Test, Apple Mac OS X Mail, OmniOutliner, Apple iCal, Apple DVD Player, Apple Address Book, Apple Safari, Apple iChat AV, Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac Test Drive, Apple Dashboard, Apple Spotlight, Apple XCode Developer Tools, iWork (30 days trial), Front Row, Apple iLife '06, Freeverse Big Bang Board Games, plasq Comic Life McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Apple MacBook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards - RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 10 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 0 - 90% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year
Technical support - phone consulting - 90 days
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Model Number - BN290W
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