ASUS Vivobook 15 X1504VA-BQ4615W | Intel Core 5 120U - Intel Graphics

ASUS Vivobook 15 X1504VA-BQ4615W | Intel Core 5 120U - Intel Graphics

Comprehensive review of the ASUS Vivobook 15 X1504VA-BQ4615W | Daily reliability with a sleek and practical design

The laptop ASUS Vivobook 15 offers a balanced solution for users looking for a standard 15.6-inch display with reliable performance for work and study tasks. This version is equipped with modern Intel processors, focusing on security and durability, making it an economical and reliable daily device.

Features of the ASUS Vivobook 15

This laptop offers a range of practical features that make it a successful choice for office work and home use, distributed as follows:

Modern and flexible performance (Intel Core 5 120U)

The device relies on the processor Intel® Core™ 5 120U from Intel's modern generations, which includes 10 cores and 12 threads with a frequency of up to 5.0 GHz. This processor, supported by a 12 MB cache and integrated Intel graphics, ensures fast and smooth responsiveness for multitasking, web browsing, and using office applications without any slowdown.

Standard eye-friendly display (15.6-inch FHD)

The laptop comes with a screen size of 15.6 inches with a resolution of FHD (1920 x 1080) and traditional 16:9 dimensions. The screen features an (IPS-level) panel for good viewing angles, and an anti-glare layer to reduce reflections. It is also TÜV Rheinland certified to reduce harmful emissions, providing greater comfort for the eyes during long work or study sessions.

Flexibility in upgrades and responsiveness

The device has integrated RAM of 8 GB of DDR5 modern and fast, with the excellent feature of an additional (SO-DIMM) slot that allows you to upgrade the memory later to significantly enhance system performance (Dual-channel). It also comes equipped with a fast storage drive of 512GB PCIe 4.0 SSD for instant system boot.

Military durability and advanced security

Despite its sleek plastic design in Cool Silver and suitable weight (1.70 kg), it is certified for American military durability US MIL-STD 810H. To enhance privacy and security, a fingerprint sensor has been integrated into the touchpad, along with a webcam equipped with a physical privacy shutter.

(Note: This version relies on a traditional 45-watt round charger, and the existing Type-C port is designated for data transfer only and does not support charging the device).

Who is this laptop for?

For employees, students, and home users who prefer laptops with a standard screen (15.6 inches) and a side numeric keypad (Num-key) to facilitate data entry. It is a reliable option for those looking for a device with military durability, a fingerprint for quick security, with the possibility of future RAM upgrades, all at an economical cost suitable for daily tasks.

Specifications for ASUS Vivobook 15 X1504VA-BQ4615W

Processor & OS

• Processor: Intel® Core™ 5 Processor 120U 1.4 GHz (12MB Cache, up to 5.0 GHz, 10 cores, 12 Threads)

• Operating System: Windows 11 Home - ASUS recommends Windows 11 Pro for business

• Chipset: N/A

Graphics

• Discrete/Share: Share

• Integrated GPU: Intel® Graphics

Display

• Panel Size: 15.6-inch

• Resolution: FHD (1920 x 1080) 16:9 aspect ratio

• Panel Tech: IPS-level Panel, LED Backlit

• Refresh Rate: 60Hz

• Brightness: 250nits

• Color Gamut: 45% NTSC color gamut

• Surface Texture: Anti-glare(AG) display

• Features: TÜV Rheinland-certified, 84% Screen-to-body ratio, Non-touch screen

Memory & Storage

• On board memory: 8GB DDR5 on board (Total System Memory: DDR5 8GB)

• Expansion Slot (includes used): 1x DDR5 SO-DIMM slot, 1x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0x4

• Disclaimer for memory: *Dual-channel memory support requires at least one SO-DIMM module.

• How to upgrade memory: Upgradable; Need to remove bottom/top case

• Storage: 512GB M.2 NVMe™ PCIe® 4.0 SSD

Keyboard, Touchpad, Camera & Audio

• Keyboard type: Chiclet Keyboard with Num-key (Gray color)

• Touchpad: Precision touchpad with integrated FingerPrint sensor

• Front-facing camera: 720p HD camera ; With privacy shutter

• Audio: SonicMaster, Built-in speaker, Built-in array microphone

Connectivity & Ports

• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6(802.11ax) (Dual band) 1*1 + Bluetooth® 5.2 Wireless Card

• I/O Ports:

  • 1x USB 2.0 Type-A (data speed up to 480Mbps)

  • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (data speed up to 5Gbps)

  • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (data speed up to 5Gbps)

  • 1x HDMI 1.4

  • 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack

  • 1x DC-in

Power, Design & Security

• Battery: 42WHrs, 3S1P, 3-cell Li-ion (Replaceable Battery: No)

• Power: ø4.5, 45W AC Adapter, Output: 19V DC, 2.37A, 45W, Input: 100~240V AC 50/60Hz universal

• Required charging power: Does not support USB-C PD charging

• Weight: 1.70 kg (3.75 lbs) with Battery / 1.50 kg (3.31 lbs) without Battery

• Dimension (W x H x D): 35.97 x 23.25 x 1.79 ~ 1.79 cm (14.16" x 9.15" x 0.70" ~ 0.70")

• Materials & Color: Plastic (LCD cover, Top case, Bottom case) / Cool Silver

• Military Grade: US MIL-STD 810H military-grade standard

• Security: Fingerprint sensor integrated with Touchpad, Trusted Platform Module (Firmware TPM), BIOS Booting User Password Protection, McAfee®

Included Software & Services

• Built-in Apps: MyASUS, ScreenXpert, GlideX

• MyASUS features: System diagnosis, Battery health charging, Fan Profile, Splendid, Tru2Life, Function key lock, WiFi SmartConnect, TaskFirst, Live update, AI Noise Canceling

• Software & Antivirus: 1-month trial for new Microsoft 365 customers, McAfee® 30 days free trial

• Exclusive subscriptions: 3-Month GoPro Premium+, 1-Month Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps, 6-Month Dropbox 500GB, 1-Year ASUS Secure Auto-Backup 200GB