ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) vs. ASUS P403FA

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
ASUS P403FA
ASUS P403FA

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) and ASUS P403FA. 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 S15 (S532FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

simple user interface

average battery life

basic display quality

limited graphics capability

minimal connectivity options

ASUS P403FA Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS P403FA based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient battery life

lightweight design

fast SSD storage

good value pricing

average display resolution

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

basic audio system

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) and ASUS P403FA
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) vs. ASUS P403FA Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS P403FA
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 23.03 cm x 1.8 cm 32.3 cm x 20.8 cm x 1.65 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.35 kg
Colour Moss green | Transparent silver Silver blue & sand blast
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS P403FA
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 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, WideView, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS P403FA
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS P403FA
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM -
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS P403FA
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
SSD Cache 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS P403FA
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS P403FA
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS P403FA
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 72 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS P403FA
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS P403FA
Type Keyboard, ScreenPad 2.0 Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features 5.65" FHD+ (2160 x 1080) Super IPS display Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS P403FA
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS P403FA
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Bullguard Internet Security -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S532FA) ASUS P403FA
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features ErgoLift System password
SAR Value 0.512 W/kg (body), 0.512 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number BQ062T EB021R
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