ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA). 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.

ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large screen size

affordable price point

comfortable keyboard layout

decent processor performance

solid build quality

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre graphics capability

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display

lightweight design

decent battery life

simple user interface

mediocre performance

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
63 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.6 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 41.1 cm x 27 cm x 2.3 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material Plastic Plastic
Colour Transparent silver Black (bottom), star grey (top), star grey (LCD cover)
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 60% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics 605
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x 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
LAN
Headphone output
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) 3 in 1 (SD Card, Memory Stick, MultiMediaCard)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Included Accessories Power adapter, carrying case Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ErgoLift System password
SAR Value 0.297 W/kg (body), 0.297 W/kg (limb) 0.531 W/kg (body), 0.531 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index 6.3 (out of 10) 6.3 (out of 10)
Model Number AU078T BX019T
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