ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ). 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 (X505BA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

good keyboard layout

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics performance

mediocre battery life

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

vivid color display

efficient multitasking performance

fast ssd storage

good connectivity options

average battery life

modest graphics card

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
78 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.99 cm 32.4 cm x 21.3 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.68 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Star grey Dreamy white | Indie black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ)
CPU AMD A6 9225 / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 1 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
SSD Cache - 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 NVIDIA GeForce MX350 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ)
Technology 3-cell 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, MultiMediaCard) 3 in 1 (SD Card, Memory Stick, MultiMediaCard)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included - MyASUS
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433JQ)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features ASUS IceCool design, ASUS SuperBatt Technology, ASUS Battery Health charging technology -
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, GOST-R, CECP, ErP 2013 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number BR289T EB204T
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