ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ579W)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) and ASUS X515EA (BQ579W). 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

ASUS X515EA (BQ579W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515EA (BQ579W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid state drive

decent processor speed

full hd display

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) and ASUS X515EA (BQ579W)
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ579W) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) ASUS X515EA (BQ579W)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.91 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Plastic Plastic
Colour Bespoke black Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom)
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) ASUS X515EA (BQ579W)
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)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) ASUS X515EA (BQ579W)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) ASUS X515EA (BQ579W)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) ASUS X515EA (BQ579W)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
SSD Cache - 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) ASUS X515EA (BQ579W)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) ASUS X515EA (BQ579W)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) ASUS X515EA (BQ579W)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) ASUS X515EA (BQ579W)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) ASUS X515EA (BQ579W)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) ASUS X515EA (BQ579W)
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
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) ASUS X515EA (BQ579W)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) ASUS X515EA (BQ579W)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Bang & Olufsen ICEpower -
Repairability Index - 6.5 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Model Number EB249T -
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