ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

lightweight design

competitive pricing

solid build quality

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited upgradeability

modest graphics card

no thunderbolt support

ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust military-grade durability

efficient multitasking capabilities

comprehensive connectivity options

lightweight and portable design

advanced security features

average battery life

modest display quality

limited graphics performance

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) and ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) vs. ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.68 cm x 22.76 cm x 1.99 cm 36.16 cm x 23.3 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.69 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Transparent silver Star black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" OLED 15.6"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Colour Support 1.07 billion colours -
Features Glossy, HDR (high dynamic range), 86% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, HDR 600 True Black Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 83% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Dual speakers, array microphone Speaker, array microphone
Audio Features Input: AI noise cancelling Output: Audio by Dirac
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA)
Slots - 2 x PCI Express 4.0 x4 / M.2 2280 (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 1.4
LAN
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA)
Operating System (OS) - Windows 11 Pro
Software Included MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) ASUS ExpertBook B1 (B1502CBA)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, IceBlades fan, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Hard drive password, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Computrace ready from BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0 RoHS, REACH, TCO Certified 9.0, FSC Mix
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number L1204W BQI5X
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