This comparison is based on relevant factors such as performance, weight and design.
The “asus vivobook s15” is a laptop that has been released by Asus. It is the 2020 model of the Vivobook S14.
We put the Vivobook S14 to the test and compared it to the Vivobook S15 in terms of display quality, performance, price, portability, battery life, and other factors.
The Ranking containing our findings can be found above, while the in-depth examinations of the two Asus Laptops can be seen below.
The Asus Vivobook S15 comes in first place.
- The CPU’s capability is being used to its full capacity.
- In comparison to the previous, the battery life has been improved.
- Full HD IPS screen with excellent contrast
Greehorn. The Asus VivoBook S15 S530UN’s most notable feature is its green casing. That doesn’t necessarily imply that it’s a horrible multimedia laptop. We put it through its paces in order to determine its strengths and flaws.
The Asus ZenBooks are the company’s top-of-the-line laptops. VivoBook, on the other hand, is the brand name for the slightly less expensive laptops for private customers.
At Computex 2018, Asus unveiled a few new models, including the VivoBook S15 S530UN, which is our current test unit. The VivoBook S15 S510UQ is its replacement.
The Intel Core i7-8550U processor, Nvidia GeForce MX150 graphics card, 15.6-inch Full HD display (1920 x 1080), 256 GB SSD, 1 TB HDD, and 16 GB RAM are all included in our test model. Asus placed the Vivobook S15 S530UN in the traditional medium class multimedia category with this equipment and a price of about $800.
In this segment of the laptop industry, there are a lot of rivals. We chose the Acer Aspire 5 A515-52G, the Lenovo IdeaPad 530s-15IKB, and the Medion Akoya S6625 as direct comparison devices to the Asus Vivobook S15 S530UN.
Touchpad & Keyboard
In comparison to its predecessor, the VivoBook S15 S510UQ, Asus has made significant design changes. They apparently intended to liven up the predecessor’s relatively drab look, which is why they’ve included a variety of additional color choices, for example.
Our test gadget is entirely in a green tone, with light green sides and dark green surfaces on the remainder of the casing.
The display of the VivoBook S15 S530UN now slightly jacks up the device, comparable to the Asuspro B9440UA, for example, Asus has made another major adjustment in the hinge design.
Only the display cover is made of brushed metal on the exterior of the casing, which is primarily composed of plastic. Because there are several gadgets in the $1,000 price bracket that accomplish the same thing, Asus has saved money on the casing.
Furthermore, the stability is poor, particularly around the keyboard, where the chassis sags dramatically. The display lid may also be pushed in the center with ease, and the pressure is promptly transferred to the LCD screen.
At the very least, the hinges are neatly adjusted, and Asus has thankfully retained the proportions of the preceding model, including the thin display margins. In this regard, the rivals don’t give themselves much credit.
The complete lower case plate must be removed in order to service the VivoBook. For this, you’ll need to remove 10 screws and a slew of clips, but the screws won’t remain in the cover.
You can clean the fan or change the battery on the inside, and the VivoBook S15 has two RAM slots and two mass storage slots, so it can be updated (1x 2.5-inch HDD, 1x M.2-2280-SSD). Ex works, all expansion slots are already taken.
In contrast to the predecessor, Asus replaces a sluggish SD card slot with a similarly slow microSD card slot in the ports; rivals retain a full-size SD card slot.
It’s also worth noting that although Asus has included USB-C, the current connector isn’t compatible with Thunderbolt or DisplayPort, and the Asus laptop can’t be charged through USB-C. The USB-A ports on the left only support the USB 2.0 standard, which is inconvenient.
Display
The VivoBook S15 S530UN laptop from Asus always features a matt IPS display with a 1,920 x 1,080 resolution (Full HD). This LC display has a brightness rating of 250 cd/m2, which we can validate with our measurements: The display had an average brightness of 256 cd/m2 on average.
The brightness rates on devices like the Acer Aspire 5 A515 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB are just marginally greater than the competition.
On this display, PWM was not detectable, and the brightness distribution was excellent at 90%. We couldn’t find any evidence of backlight bleeding.
At first sight, the display’s quality seems to be adequate. This is most likely due to the high contrast of 1.248:1 and the low black value (0.21 cd/m2), which the competition can’t match. Finally, this is an impressive exhibition.
Performance
The VivoBook S15 S530 is available in a variety of model variants, owing to the various color options.
You may choose between the Intel Core i5-8250U and the Intel Core i7-8550U for the internal components. This is flanked by 8 GB or 16 GB DDR4-2400 RAM (two SO-DIMM slots, both occupied in the test device) and a 256 GB SSD, which may be augmented with a 1 TB HDD if desired.
You may choose between the Intel UHD Graphics 620, the Nvidia GeForce MX130, or the Nvidia GeForce MX150 when it comes to the graphics processor in the Asus VivoBook.
The Intel Core i7-8550U is a quad-core Intel Core I CPU from the 8th generation. The power-saving Kaby Lake refresh processor’s four CPU cores run at 1.8 to 4 GHz. Our CPU benchmark list allows you to compare your processor to others.
Cooling is a major factor in the performance of ultra-low voltage CPUs like the i7-8550U. The CPU of the VivoBook S15 S530UN is authorized to use 35 watts, allowing for a clock rate of 3.3 GHz. This, however, is only the case for a limited period of time.
In the second round of the Cinebench R15 loop test, the clock rate lowers to about 2.9 GHz, resulting in an usage of 25 watts.
The clock rate reduces a little further with each run throughout the duration of the half-hour test, until it ultimately reaches 2.4 GHz, when the consumption is just approximately 15 watts. The reason for this is that Asus has adjusted the firmware to maintain temperatures of about 75°C.
Overall, the CPU performance of the VivoBook is rather impressive for a laptop in this price range. Both in short-term performance and under sustained load, the immediate rivals can clearly be separated.
Unfortunately, battery mode CPU performance is restricted. Without a power supply unit, the VivoBook only scored about 540 points on the Cinebench R15 multicore test, down from slightly over 700.
In terms of system performance, there was nothing to complain about: the VivoBook S15 S530UN always functioned smoothly and without significant pauses for thinking. It also performed well in the “PCMark” brand’s system performance benchmarks.
Both a 1 TB HDD (Toshiba MQ04ABF100) and a 256 GB SSD are installed by Asus. Because the operating system is installed on the SSD, it is the primary storage media. SanDisk is the maker of the flash memory with a capacity of 256 GB.
Because it is linked using the obsolete SATA III interface, it is a somewhat sluggish SSD. This isn’t a huge limitation in daily life, but it would be good if Asus didn’t get carried away with a tablet that costs $800. Other manufacturers aren’t that thrifty; for example, the Lenovo IdeaPad 530s-15IKB has a faster PCIe-NVMe SSD.
The Nvidia GeForce MX150 is a low-cost GPU based on Nvidia’s now-defunct Pascal architecture. It is often seen in smaller, less expensive laptops and provides a significant performance boost over Intel iGPUs.
It’s a long way behind GeForce GTX processors like the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050. Our GPU benchmark table allows for a more thorough comparison.
The MX150 is unique in that it is available in two separate versions: an unauthorized “Max-Q” version with a maximum consumption of 10 watts, and a standard version with a TDP of 25 watts. Before purchasing a laptop, it is unclear which version is in use.
It’s the 25 watt version of the GeForce MX150 in the VivoBook, which is about 27% quicker than the 10 watt MX150, while the Intel UHD Graphics 620 is even 66 percent slower.
In battery mode, the GPU performance is throttled, and 3DMark11 scores are only 3,993 points.
The VivoBook S15 has a basic gaming appropriateness thanks to the GeForce MX150, but even with the stronger 25 W version, huge advances are not achievable.
With low details and a somewhat decreased resolution, current games are fairly playable, but you must accept these limits. The GeForce MX150 isn’t a dedicated gaming processor. Nonetheless, the GPU may be able to maintain its performance in the Witcher 3 cycle.
Temperature and noise levels are also important factors to consider.
The fan is mainly turned off. However, once it starts off, it rapidly gets irritating. This isn’t necessary because of the loudness, but rather because of the sort of fan noise: Unfortunately, the fan on our test gadget screamed a little.
This was amplified by the fact that it was under strain. Due to the absence of a second test sample, it’s possible that it’s a flaw that can’t be confirmed beyond a reasonable doubt.
The mechanical hard disk, in addition to the fan, may be a source of noise. It almost never ran in the test since it stayed fully empty in our test device. If you utilize the hard drive, however, be prepared for a continual quiet noise.
We might potentially identify electronic noise in addition to these noise sources. This was only heard if you placed your ear to the keyboard immediately.
Outside temperatures on the underside reach a maximum of 50°C, which is still acceptable for a tiny laptop with specialized graphics.
The processor may initially function at 2.7 GHz and 25 watts for a brief period in the stress test with Prime95 and FurMark, but after approximately 30 seconds, the clock rate is capped to 1.2 GHz, resulting in a CPU power usage of just 7 watts.
Temperature-related throttling also affects the GPU, which has a clock rate of about 1,000 MHz instead of 1,500 MHz.
We ran a 3DMark11 test right after the stress test, as is customary. In this test, the Asus VivoBook only received 4.313 points, which is a little lower than average. The cooling system’s limitations may have a significant influence on daily living, but it is still minor.
Sound
On the bottom of the VivoBook, Asus has included stereo loudspeakers. They’re a little too quiet and lack the bass that many laptop speakers have.
Overall, the loudspeakers are of acceptable quality, even if they can’t match the output of external speakers. These may be linked to the headphone jack, which is in fine working order.
Consumption of energy
The energy consumption of the Asus VivoBook S15 S530UN is rather low, particularly while it is idle. Some rivals squander less energy while they’re under strain, but they’re also less well-equipped.
The VivoBook’s maximum usage requires a 65 watt power supply, which is about the correct size. Under load, this is 62.7 watts.
Life of the battery
The VivoBook S15 S530UN, like its previous model, has the smallest battery in the test field; the internal battery capacity is just 42 watt hours.
Although this isn’t much for a 15.6-inch laptop, the 6.5-hour battery life attained isn’t bad. This is mostly owing to the improved consumption rates, since the previous model, the Asus VivoBook S15 S510UQ, ran out of steam significantly sooner.
Verdict
It’s always interesting to observe where the manufacturer has saved money on a mid-range multimedia laptop. You should not be under any illusions that this will be utilized.
Of course, a less expensive multimedia laptop might offer advantages as well. Because to the narrow display bezels, the VivoBook S15 S530UN is relatively compact for a 15.6-inch laptop.
Because the VivoBook makes greater use of the processor’s capability, it outperforms all its rivals in terms of CPU performance. Despite the tiny battery, the battery life is much better over the predecessor, and Asus deserves credit for including the Nvidia GeForce MX150 in the more powerful version.
The Asus VivoBook S15 S530UN is also very upgradeable. The display’s quality is the final good aspect to mention: its contrast value isn’t poor for its price range, and it doesn’t have any other visible flaws like PWM or backlight leakage.
In any case, the display’s lack of color space coverage must be critiqued. In this regard, we anticipate more from a multimedia gadget that costs $800 in its present form.
The list of bad aspects may be extended thanks to Asus’s many cost-cutting efforts, which include not only the omission of a PCIe-NVMe-SSD, but also the use of an atypical QWERTY ANSI keyboard, which is rare for a laptop on the German market.
Only USB 2.0 is supported by the two USB-A ports on the left, while Thunderbolt 3 is not supported by the USB-C port on the right. The latter may seem to be a cosmetic issue, but it also lacks DisplayPort functionality. Furthermore, Asus only has a MicroSD card port, which is a sluggish one.
Competitors have sluggish card slots as well, but at least they are true SD card slots. The VivoBook had several quality issues, particularly with the keyboard’s stability, which gave way too much, and the fan, which screamed uncomfortably loudly.
It’s also a shame that performance is restricted in battery mode, and that Asus’ laptop throttles performance in the stress test significantly.
The Asus VivoBook S15 S530UN has a lot of drawbacks owing to cost-cutting methods, but it’s not wholly incorrect.
Because no laptop in this class is flawless, the Asus VivoBook S15 S530UN might be a good choice if it meets your needs and beats out the Asus VivoBook S14 in a comparison.
Asus Vivobook S14 is ranked second.
- Exceptional battery life
- Elegant Design
- SSD storage that’s big
- Pale colors should be used.
- The display is very dim.
The 14-inch Asus VivoBook S14 X403FAC-EB311T (90NB0LP2-M05290) has the longest battery life tested at the CHIP test center so far (as of April 2020) and so reigns supreme.
If we were previously acquainted with products like the Acer TravelMate B1’s extremely long battery life, it was always accompanied with highly restrained performance and cost-effective features at a fair price.
Of course, there’s also the other side: high-end gadgets with low-cost yet strong technology. Most recently, the HP Elite Dragonfly (8MK79EA#ABD) made its appearance in the test – at roughly $800 in a noble look – with lengthy runtimes and good performance.
Life of the battery
The Asus VivoBook X403FAC-EB311T now adds to the aforementioned devices’ already impressive runtimes: With suitably simple technology, a large battery of 73 watt hours, and yet low weight and size, it excels in our measurements: In pure video playback, it lasts almost 1,000 minutes – 17 hours and 14 minutes to be precise.
Only the HP Spectre Folio 13-ak0020ng brown (5KR37EA#ABD), which was not listed at the start, has made inroads into comparable realms: With an inexpensive, yet pricey, and only momentarily powerful CPU, it surpassed the 1,000-minute milestone in 16 hours and 45 minutes.
The series is elegantly wrapped in leather and costs $800.
The wheat is separated from the chaff when it comes to preserves – or here: in ordinary, demanding usage. In the PC Mark 8 work test, the Asus VivoBook lasts 9:12 hours, while the HP Spectre Folio requires a power outlet after 6 hours with the greater load.
Instead, the HP Elite Dragonfly can keep up with just under 9 hours of video playback, which is much less than the VivoBook’s 1,034 minutes of video playback.
The battery charges from 5% to 27% in 30 minutes, which isn’t very fast, but it’s still good for 2 to 4 hours of usage. The power pack is very lightweight, weighing just 0.34 pounds.
The VivoBook consequently outperforms all competitors in terms of battery life for just $800. And the performance does not suffer as a result.
Performance
The Asus VivoBook S14 uses a contemporary Intel Core i5-10210U CPU rather than a more cost-effective, passively cooled chip (tenth Core I generation). The CPU, which runs at 1.6 to 4.2 gigahertz and has eight logical cores, always performs admirably and is perfectly sufficient for regular usage.
For application shutting muffle or browser tab collectors, there is 8 gigabytes of RAM accessible, and the 512 GB SSD has ample space for picture and video content. It doesn’t have to hide from the premium bestseller, which is two to three times more costly.
Of course, the luxury appeal is lacking a little – but you’re not holding a solely plastic gadget. Instead, the whole casing is composed of metal, with the exception of the tiny display frames.
Design, Presentation, and Ports
Even with a 14-inch display, the aluminum shell weighs just 2.86 lbs, including the huge battery. This displays in Full HD and has a viewing angle-stable IPS panel with excellent chessboard contrast.
Color accuracy (66 percent sRGB color space coverage) and maximum brightness are sacrificed — and the price shows. The display is regrettably a little too dim with 220 cd/m2 – at least in outdoor usage – as much as the huge battery demands for mobile use.
A smidgeon of bitterness: The display is matte, so there are no distracting reflections.
The keyboard has a short but enough stroke distance and a great crispness to it. It might be used safely straight immediately. The three-stage white illumination on the keyboard is a plus.
During the day, however, it should be turned off since a white light with silver keys simply offers an impression of the keystrokes. The clickpad has a nice surface and is quite safe to use. In the right corner, there is a fingerprint sensor.
The CPU is powerful – and has a pleasing fan. The noise is slight yet detectable even when the engine is running at full throttle. It isn’t used to annoying or even high-frequency noises.
The casing is sturdy and cannot be bent, however the display cannot be accessed with with one hand. In exchange, the hinge is sturdy and the opening angle is a comfortable 144 degrees.
The case is about 16 millimeters thick and takes up just a little more space than a DIN A4 sheet. If the rubber feet are included, the total height is 20 millimeters.
Full-size HDMI, one USB 2.0 type-A, one USB 3.0 type-A, one USB 3.0 type-C, a full-size SD card reader, and a camera are all included in the Asus VivoBook’s connection. What are we losing out on? A Kensington socket, a wired network connection, and maybe another fast USB connection. Apart than that, it’s largely sufficient.
Verdict
The Asus VivoBook S14 X403FAC-EB311T (90NB0LP2-M05290) impresses with its performance. With outstandingly long battery runtimes and yet excellent performance, the smartphone pulls off the ideal balancing act.
It’s satisfying that the handling and equipment are also correct in the end. A 14-inch screen with a steady viewing angle was included, but it is extremely dark and the color reproduction seems pale, which is why the Asus Vivobook S14 ranks second behind the Vivobook S15.
However, at the current price of roughly $800, it’s still a fantastic Laptop and a worthy recommendation.
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