ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) vs. ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) and ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA). 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 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

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

vivid full-hd display

fast ssd storage

good processor performance

competitive price point

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) and ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA)
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) vs. ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.14 cm x 25.15 cm x 2.72 cm 35.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, plastic
Colour - Indie black | Transparent silver (LCD cover), spangle silver (bottom), spangle silver (top)
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
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 - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (5th Gen) 5005U / 2 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA)
Wireless 802.11b/g/n Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA)
Technology 3-cell 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 33 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (0 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
VGA
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 3 in 1 (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S513EA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features System password, hard drive password System password
Repairability Index - 6.5 (out of 10)
Model Number - BN1021T
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