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ASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA) vs Framework Laptop 12

ASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA)
37.2Inno Score
VS
WINNER
Framework Laptop 12

Framework

Framework Laptop 12

$799

37.5Inno Score
29.9chipPerformancechip28.4
32.8chipGraphicschip36.3
23.3Displayspec-based26.5
33.3Batteryspec-based33.3
79.3Portabilityspec-based76.6
4 spec wins — ASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA)2 spec wins — Framework Laptop 12

InnoReviews verdict

This one is close to a dead heat: ASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA) scores 37.2 against 37.5 for Framework Laptop 12. Pick by the categories that matter to you — Framework Laptop 12 edges ahead in graphics, or by price.

Which would you pick?

Key differences

Reasons to pick the ASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA)

  • 15% higher Screen size: 14 ″ vs 12.2 ″
  • 13% higher charging: 68 W vs 60 W

Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 12

  • Stronger graphics score: 36 vs 33
  • 100% higher storage: 512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 33% higher Peak brightness: 400 nits vs 300 nits
  • Lower launch price: $799 vs $900

Display

Display comparison: ASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA) versus Framework Laptop 12
SpecASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA)Framework Laptop 12
Screen size14 ″+15%12.2 ″
Panel typeIPS-level LCD, anti-glare, non-touch (45% NTSC)IPS LCD
Resolution1920x12001920x1200
Refresh rate60 Hz60 Hz
Peak brightness300 nits400 nits+33%

Performance

Performance comparison: ASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA) versus Framework Laptop 12
SpecASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA)Framework Laptop 12
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon X X1-26-100Intel Core i3-1315U
GraphicsQualcomm Adreno GPU (integrated)Intel UHD Graphics (integrated)
RAM8 GB8 GB
RAM typeLPDDR5X (soldered)DDR5-5200
Storage256 GB512 GB+100%
Storage typeM.2 NVMe PCIe SSDM.2 2230 NVMe SSD

Battery

Battery comparison: ASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA) versus Framework Laptop 12
SpecASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA)Framework Laptop 12
Capacity50 Wh50 Wh
Charging68 W+13%60 W

Design

Design comparison: ASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA) versus Framework Laptop 12
SpecASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA)Framework Laptop 12
Weight1.28 kg+2%1.3 kg
Thickness16.9 mm+8%18.5 mm
MaterialMetal (three-part all-metal body)Overmolded TPU over PC/ABS plastic with an inner metal frame

Connectivity

Connectivity comparison: ASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA) versus Framework Laptop 12
SpecASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA)Framework Laptop 12
Ports2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (10Gbps, display and power delivery), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (5Gbps), 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS, 3.5mm combo audio jackModular Expansion Card system (USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, MicroSD)
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.35.3
WebcamFHD with IR1080p
BiometricsIR camera (Windows Hello face login)—

Software

Software comparison: ASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA) versus Framework Laptop 12
SpecASUS Vivobook S14 (S5408QA)Framework Laptop 12
Operating systemWindows 11 HomeWindows 11 / Linux

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