ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) vs. Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) and Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41). 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 X540LA (DM725T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor speed

ample connectivity options

full hd display

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics card

Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid battery life

fast SSD storage

adequate processor performance

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

average build quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) and Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41)
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) vs. Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.14 cm x 25.15 cm x 2.72 cm 37.05 cm x 25.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour - Steel grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
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 - 220 cd/m²
Features - Corning Gorilla glass, anti-glare, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41)
CPU Intel Core i3 (5th Gen) 5005U / 2 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 2200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 AMD Radeon Vega 3
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - HD
Camera Features - Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Acer TrueHarmony technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41)
Wireless 802.11b/g/n 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Qualcomm 344A-AC - M.2 Card
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41)
Technology 3-cell 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 33 Wh 48 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41)
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
INPUT ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-gesture touch pad, FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
VGA
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
HDMI
USB 3.0
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (with power off charging)
Memory Card Reader 3 in 1 (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Acer Swift 3 (SF315-41)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, hard drive password Acer Purified.Voice technology, MU-MIMO technology
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - R2JB
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