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AsusTechnical Specification MatrixAI Enhanced AnalysisAnalysis Date: 20 September 2026Evaluated at £431.88

Asus Vivobook X1504VA-BQ2890W

The Asus Vivobook X1504VA BQ2890W is an entry-level 15.6-inch home laptop powered by an Intel Core 5 processor, 8GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 512GB NVMe SSD. Its 1080p IPS-level display and lightweight 1.7 kg plastic chassis offer practical day-to-day usability for web browsing, streaming, and office tasks. Included bundled accessories like a mouse and bag add immediate value for budget-conscious buyers.

7.8/ 10
Andote Tech Score
Evaluated at £431.88
Price-Tier Avg: 8.2/10
Rated on 20 September 2026
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Relative Benchmark Scoring (1–10)

vs Price Tier Competitors
RAM Capacity8GB
Hardware Spec Score
5.5/10(Average)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
5.5/10(Average)
Storage Capacity512GB
Hardware Spec Score
9.0/10(Exceptional)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
9.0/10(Exceptional)
CPU Cores10
Hardware Spec Score
5.8/10(Average)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
5.8/10(Average)
Battery Capacity42 Wh
Hardware Spec Score
4.2/10(Below Average)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
4.2/10(Below Average)
Display Resolution1920MP
Hardware Spec Score
5.8/10(Average)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
5.8/10(Average)
Weight1700g
Hardware Spec Score
5.8/10(Average)
Price-to-Value Efficiency
5.8/10(Average)
How We Calculate This Score

Our objective rating combines Hardware Spec Quality (measuring real-world component power benchmarked across the entire category on a 1–10 scale) with a Price-to-Value Index (evaluating technical capability relative to selling price). User reviews and merchant sponsorships do not influence this score.

Score Deciding Factors8 Key drivers
✓Tier-1 Brand (Asus)
Premium manufacturer reliability & build qualityTier-1 Standing
✓Competitive Price£431
Favorable price-to-performance ratio in categoryHigh Value
!Modest RAM Capacity8GB
Entry-level benchmark rating limits overall score5.5/10
✓High-End Storage Capacity512GB
Top-tier capability in this category9.0/10
!Modest CPU Cores10.0
Entry-level benchmark rating limits overall score5.8/10
✕Very Low Battery Capacity42 Wh
Significantly below category average benchmark4.2/10
!Modest Display Resolution1920MP
Entry-level benchmark rating limits overall score5.8/10
!Heavy Weight1.70kg
Entry-level benchmark rating limits overall score5.8/10
Key Technical Strengths
  • ✓Affordable everyday performance driven by a 10-core Intel processor.
  • ✓Lightweight 1.7 kg build with a slim profile for easy transport.
  • ✓Includes a carrying bag and wired mouse, adding immediate practical value.
Technical Limitations & Trade-offs
  • ✕8GB RAM limits heavy multitasking and future-proofing for demanding apps.
  • ✕Display color gamut (45% NTSC) and 250-nit brightness are basic and best kept indoors.

Official Product Documents & PDF Manuals

2 documents available
Product Data Sheet
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User Manual
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Complete Technical Specifications

Manufacturer-verified hardware specifications with contextual AI metric explanations.

What this metric means:

The 512GB SSD ensures quick system responsiveness and ample space for everyday files, outpacing older mechanical hard drives significantly.

NVMeYes
SSD capacity512 GB
SSD interfacePCI Express 4.0
Storage mediaSSD
SSD form factorM.2
Optical drive typeNo
Total SSDs capacity512 GB
Card reader integratedNo
Total storage capacity512 GB
Number of SSDs installed1
What this metric means:

The 15.6-inch 1080p anti-glare screen offers comfortable workspace for split-window viewing, though limited color gamut and brightness mean it is not built for professional photo editing.

HD typeFull HD
Panel typeIPS-Level
TouchscreenNo
Colour gamut45%
LED backlightYes
Display diagonal39.6 cm (15.6")
RGB colour spaceNTSC
Anti-glare screenYes
Display brightness250 cd/m²
Display resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Native aspect ratio16:9
Maximum refresh rate60 Hz
What this metric means:

The 10-core processor handles standard productivity tasks efficiently, while 8GB of DDR4 RAM provides adequate headroom for basic multitasking without excessive hardware overhead.

Memory slots1x SO-DIMM
Internal memory8 GB
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory form factorOn-board
Internal memory typeDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory16 GB
What this metric means:

The 10-core processor handles standard productivity tasks efficiently, while 8GB of DDR4 RAM provides adequate headroom for basic multitasking without excessive hardware overhead.

Efficient cores8
Processor cache12 MB
Processor cores10
Processor model120U
Processor familyIntel Core 5
Performance cores2
Processor threads12
Maximum turbo power55 W
Processor base power15 W
Processor cache typeSmart Cache
Processor generationIntel Core (Series 1)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Processor boost frequency5 GHz
Efficient-core base frequency0.9 GHz
Performance-core base frequency1.4 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency3.8 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency5 GHz