ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 32.33 cm x 21.37 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
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 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 178° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 47 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
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 System password, hard drive password System password, ErgoLift
SAR Value - 0.6 W/kg (body), 0.6 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index 5.9 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number EJ105W AM016T
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