ASUS is bringing two new models for their VivoBook range in the Philippines: the S14 (S433) and the S15 (S533). Aside from the display difference, both notebooks will sport Intel’s 10th Generation processors, 8GB of DDR4 RAM, and WiFi 6.
Both the ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433) and VivoBook S15 (S533) come with Intel’s 10th Generation processors. Depending on the variant, you can get an Intel Core i5-1035G1 or an Intel Core i7-1065G7. Either way, you still get 8GB of DDR4 RAM running at 3200MHz and a 512GB SSD.
Both notebooks will be available with an Intel UHD 620 graphics or an NVIDIA GeForce MX350 variant. Connectivity include WiFi 6 for faster transfer speeds over the Internet of a network as well as Bluetooth 5.0.
As mentioned, the only difference between the two notebooks is the screen size. The ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433) has a 14.0-inch IPS display while VivoBook S15 (S533) has a 15.6-inch IPS screen. Despite the size difference, both notebooks has a 1920 x 1080 resolution and has ASUS’ NanoEdge bezels.
| Model | ASUS VivoBook S14 (S433) | ASUS VivoBook S15 (S533) |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-1035G1, Intel Core i7-1065G7 | Intel Core i5-1035G1, Intel Core i7-1065G7 |
| GPU | Intel UHD 620, NVIDIA GeForce MX350 | Intel UHD 620, NVIDIA GeForce MX350 |
| OS | Windows 10 Home | Windows 10 Home |
| RAM | 8GB 3200MHz DDR4 | 8GB 3200MHz DDR4 |
| Display | 14.0-inch IPS, 1920 x 1080, NanoEdge | 15.6-inch IPS, 1920 x 1080, NanoEdge |
| Storage | 512GB SSD | 512GB SSD |
| I/O Ports | 1x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A, 1x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C, 2x USB 2.0, 1x HDMI, 1x 3.5mm combo jack, 1x SD Card Reader | 1x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A, 1x USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-C, 2x USB 2.0, 1x HDMI, 1x 3.5mm combo jack, 1x SD Card Reader |
| Connection | WiFi 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.0 | WiFi 802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Weight | 1.4kg | 1.4kg |
| Dimensions | 324.9 x 213.5 x 15.9mm | 324.9 x 213.5 x 15.9mm |
| Battery | 50Whr 3-cell Lithium Polymer, Fast Charging, 65W Power Adapter | 50Whr 3-cell Lithium Polymer, Fast Charging, 65W Power Adapter |
| Audio | Certified by Harman Kardon, Array Microphone | Certified by Harman Kardon, Array Microphone |
| Others | HD Camera | HD Camera |
| Colors | Dreamy White, Indie Black, Gaia Green, Resolute Red | Indie Black |
ASUS will also be introducing the VivoBook 14 (K413) on July 31 alongside the S14 and S15. The K413 has a part-metal construction and will come with an Intel Core i7 processor and an NVIDIA GeForce MX330 GPU.
It will also sport a three-sided NanoEdge display at 1920 x 1080 that allows its display to reach 85% screen-to-body ration that allows for more immersive viewing.
All three notebooks will be launched via a live stream through the ASUS official Facebook page. Pricing and availability are unavailable at the moment but we expect them to be revealed once the notebooks are launched on July 31, 2020.
