ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA). 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 ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

fast ssd storage

excellent battery life

sharp display resolution

robust build quality

average graphics performance

no dedicated gpu

fewer usb ports

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 20.8 cm x 1.39 cm 32.24 cm x 21 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 1.4 kg
Colour Pine grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features NanoEdge display, IPS-level Anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache - 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amp ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 67 Wh 38 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Interfaces HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425EA) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, ErgoLift System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology
SAR Value - 0.286 W/kg (body), 0.286 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index 6.6 (out of 10) -
Model Number KI558T EK019T
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