ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) vs. Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business

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Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) and Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) vs. Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business
Product Type Ultrabook Notebook - slider
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 23.04 cm x 1.99 cm 32.3 cm x 23 cm x 2.2 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.98 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Transparent silver | Slate grey Platinum
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14.4"
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2400 x 1600
Pixel Density (ppi) - 200
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness - 650 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare Color Calibrated, Corning Gorilla glass 5, sRGB Mode, vivid mode, VESA DisplayHDR 400, PixelSense Flow, Dolby Vision IQ
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 5405U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13800H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 5.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 14-core
Cache 2 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD SATA 6Gb/s 1 TB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 VRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Windows Hello 2.0
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Four speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Output: Omnisonic speakers
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business
Technology 2-cell -
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh -
Battery Life - Up to 18 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 120 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Mechanical keys, Precision Haptic touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Type C)
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
USB 3.1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSDXC)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro
Software Included - Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Microsoft Surface Studio 2 for Business
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyroscope
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password Studio Mode, Laptop Mode, stage mode, Dynamic Woven Hinge
SAR Value 0.304 W/kg (body), 0.304 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited hardware warranty - 1 year
Model Number EJ1515T -
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