ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA). 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.

ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

full hd display

durable keyboard design

decent cooling system

affordable gaming option

heavyweight build

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.98 cm x 27.94 cm x 2.76 cm 32.24 cm x 21 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 2.7 kg 1.4 kg
Colour Black IMR, red matter Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 14"
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. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.36% Adobe RGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz -
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 9 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel HD Graphics 620
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards DTS Headphone:X -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh 38 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 120 Watt, 19 V, 6.3 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features ASUS Overstroke technologie, HyperStrike technology -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Included Accessories Power adapter, palm rest label Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology
SAR Value - 0.286 W/kg (body), 0.286 W/kg (limb)
Model Number - EK019T
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