ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) vs. ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) and ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA). 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.

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

ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

extended battery life

lightweight design

efficient performance

good value for money

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

basic audio system

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) and ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
63 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) vs. ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.1 cm x 27 cm x 2.3 cm 35.73 cm x 23.68 cm x 1.94 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 1.76 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminum, plastic
Colour Black (bottom), star grey (top), star grey (LCD cover) Grey | Classic gray
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (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 60% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
CPU Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 605 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone output
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
VGA
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Memory Card Reader 3 in 1 (SD Card, Memory Stick, MultiMediaCard) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) and firmware (TPM), fingerprint reader
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
Compliant Standards - UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC, MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value 0.531 W/kg (body), 0.531 W/kg (limb) 0.181 W/kg (body), 0.181 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index 6.3 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Model Number BX019T EJ0936R
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