ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T). 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 Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative screenpad technology

sleek aluminum design

high-resolution display

powerful graphics performance

solid build quality

average battery life

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

premium price tag

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

durable military-grade construction

high refresh rate display

backlit keyboard included

competitive price point

average battery life

heavyweight design

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.5 cm x 1.79 cm 36 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Metal -
Colour Deep dive blue Black IMR
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
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. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 45% NTSC, 47.1% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB 9 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR/RGB camera -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 70 Wh 48 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A
INPUT ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T)
Type Keyboard, ScreenPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features 5.5" FHD (1920 x 1080) Super IPS+ display -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (BE064R) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
SAR Value 0.5 W/kg (body), 0.5 W/kg (limb) 0.04 W/kg (body), 0.04 W/kg (limb)
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