ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) vs. AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) and AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH). 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.

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

affordable price point

fast ssd storage

decent processor performance

good connectivity options

average display quality

limited graphics performance

moderate battery life

plastic build quality

AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superb gaming performance

high refresh rate display

sturdy build quality

effective thermal management

good battery life

heavier than competitors

premium price tag

limited port selection

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) and AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH)
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) vs. AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.91 cm 35.7 cm x 24.4 cm x 2.3 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 2 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Bespoke black Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
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. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, Factory Calibration, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10870H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 6 MB 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features - Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2933 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 99 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 230 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Chiclet keyboard N-key rollover, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) AORUS 15G XC (8UK2430SH)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features Bang & Olufsen ICEpower Microsoft Azure AI, WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number EB249T -
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