ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) vs. ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) and ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T). 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 X515EA (BQ945T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

efficient multitasking

adequate connectivity options

average battery life

modest display resolution

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics performance

ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

lightweight and portable

decent battery life

solid build quality

average color accuracy

modest storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) and ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) vs. ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm 32.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.82 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) Bespoke black
DISPLAY ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
Touchscreen - Yes
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 Anti-glare, IPS-level Glossy, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
CPU Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology -
MEMORY ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode Windows 10 Home in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS X515EA (BQ945T) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip 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)
Repairability Index 6.5 (out of 10) 6.9 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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