ASUS 15 (M509BA) vs. ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS 15 (M509BA) and ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA). 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 15 (M509BA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 15 (M509BA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

efficient multitasking

average battery life

modest display resolution

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

extended battery life

lightweight design

efficient performance

good value for money

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

basic audio system

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS 15 (M509BA) and ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS 15 (M509BA) vs. ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS 15 (M509BA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 2.29 cm 35.73 cm x 23.68 cm x 1.94 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.76 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, plastic
Colour Transparent silver Grey | Classic gray
DISPLAY ASUS 15 (M509BA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS 15 (M509BA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
CPU AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS 15 (M509BA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS 15 (M509BA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS 15 (M509BA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R5 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Speaker, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS 15 (M509BA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS 15 (M509BA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS 15 (M509BA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS 15 (M509BA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS 15 (M509BA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
VGA
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS 15 (M509BA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS 15 (M509BA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) and firmware (TPM), fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, hard drive password ErgoLift
Compliant Standards UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, GOST-R UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC, MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value 0.13 W/kg (body), 0.13 W/kg (limb) 0.181 W/kg (body), 0.181 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Model Number EJ051T EJ0936R
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