ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA). 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 15 (X1502ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid performance

fast charging support

decent speaker quality

average battery life

mediocre display

limited upgradeability

no thunderbolt support

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

solid state drive included

decent battery life

full hd display

average processor performance

limited graphics capabilities

fewer connectivity options

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.97 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.99 cm 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.6 kg
Colour Icelight silver Indie black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
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 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 82% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level Anti-glare, 82% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 7505 / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB 4 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 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 (X1502ZA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speakers, microphone
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Input AC 100-240 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 15 (X1502ZA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Slots - 1 x Serial ATA (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included - McAfee, Microsoft 365 Personal (1 year subscription), MyASUS
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Antibacterial Guard BIOS protection
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number BQ556W EK1651WS
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