ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) and ASUS X515EA (BQ012T). 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 ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning oled display

lightweight and portable

fast ssd storage

excellent battery life

robust build quality

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

average webcam quality

higher price point

ASUS X515EA (BQ012T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515EA (BQ012T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

lightweight design

decent battery life

fast ssd storage

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer usb ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) and ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
86 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
73 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ012T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.42 cm x 20.3 cm x 1.39 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.14 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Pine grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" OLED 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology - 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 550 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 -
Colour Support 1.07 billion colours -
Features Glossy, NanoEdge display, Low Blue Light technology, Pantone Validated, HDR 500 True Black, 88% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate Anti-glare, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 8 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
SSD Cache 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - VGA
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features AI noise cancelling ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 67 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13 hours -
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone output (on supplied adapter)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 13 OLED (UX325EA) ASUS X515EA (BQ012T)
Included Accessories Sleeve, USB-C power adapter, USB-C to audio jack adapter, USB-A to RJ45 gigabit ethernet adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, ErgoLift -
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Eye Care Display Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Model Number KG386T -
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