32points

Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB

29points

Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB

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Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
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Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB vs Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB

Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB

Why is Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB better than Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB?

  • 23.54% higher resolution
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    1440 x 900 pxvs1366 x 768 px
  • 7 hours longer battery life
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    12 hoursvs5 hours
  • 1.83kg lighter
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    1.35kgvs3.18kg
  • 27% higher pixel density
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    127 ppivs100 ppi
  • Uses flash storage
    ?
  • Wi-Fi version
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    Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)vsWi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 16 mm thinner
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    17 mmvs33 mm
  • Supports 64-bit
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Why is Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB better than Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB?

  • 372GB more internal storage
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    500GBvs128GB
  • Has an HDMI output
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  • 17.29% bigger screen size
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    15.6"vs13.3"
  • 2.18x faster CPU speed
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    4 x 2.4 GHzvs2 x 2.2 GHz
  • 2 more USB 3.0 ports
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    4vs2
  • 8GB larger maximum memory amount
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    16GBvs8GB
  • Has sleep-and-charge USB ports
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  • 4 threads more CPU threads
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    8 threadsvs4 threads

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Design

Type

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The type of laptop.
weight

1.35kg

3.18kg

We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
Uses a fanless design
Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
By using power-efficient components that don't produce large amounts of heat, it's possible to create a device with no cooling fans. This results in a much quieter (or even silent) operation.
Has a backlit keyboard
Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
The keyboard is backlit, making it easier to type in the dark or dim lighting.
warranty period

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When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Note: This may vary by region.
volume

1254.17 cm³

3193.54 cm³

Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
width

325 mm

381 mm

The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
height

227 mm

254 mm

The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
thickness

17 mm

33 mm

The thickness (or depth) of the product.

Display

screen size

13.3"

15.6"

The size of the screen (measured diagonally).
resolution

1440 x 900 px

1366 x 768 px

Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
pixel density

127 ppi

100 ppi

Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
Display type

IPS, LCD, LED-backlit

LED-backlit, LCD

The type of technology used in the display.
has a touch screen
Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
brightness (typical)

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A nit is a measurement of the light that a display emits, equal to one candela per square meter. Brighter displays ensure a screen's contents are easy to read, even in sunny conditions.
refresh rate

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The frequency at which the display is refreshed (1 Hz = once per second). A higher refresh rate results in smoother UI animations and video playback.
contrast ratio

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Contrast ratio is the visual distance between the lightest and the darkest colors that may be reproduced on the display. A high contrast ratio is desired, resulting in richer dark colors and more distinctive color gradation.
has anti-reflection coating
Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
This helps to reduce the reflection from your device.

Performance

RAM

8GB

8GB

Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of memory used to store working data and machine code. Having more RAM is particularly useful for multitasking, allowing you to run more programs at once or have more tabs open in your browser.
RAM speed

1600 MHz

1600 MHz

It can support faster memory, which will give quicker system performance.
Uses flash storage
Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
Flash-based storage devices such as SSDs have no mechanical components. Due to this, they are typically faster, run silently, and are more shock resistant than traditional HDDs.
The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
CPU speed

2 x 2.2 GHz

4 x 2.4 GHz

The CPU speed indicates how many processing cycles per second can be executed by a CPU, considering all of its cores (processing units). It is calculated by adding the clock rates of each core or, in the case of multi-core processors employing different microarchitectures, of each group of cores.
CPU threads

4 threads

8 threads

More threads result in faster performance and better multitasking.
VRAM

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VRAM (video RAM) is the dedicated memory of a graphics card. More VRAM generally allows you to run games at higher settings, especially for things like texture resolution.
Is an NVMe SSD
Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
NVMe SSDs use the PCIe interface, which has a higher bandwidth than the SATA interface. This results in much faster read/write speeds compared to SSDs which use the SATA interface.
GPU clock speed

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The clock speed of the graphics processing unit (GPU).

Benchmarks

Geekbench 5 result (multi)

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Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's multi-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2024)
Geekbench 5 result (single)

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Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's single-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2024)
PassMark result

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This benchmark measures the performance of the CPU using multiple threads.
PassMark result (single)

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This benchmark measures the performance of the CPU using a single thread.
Cinebench R20 (multi) result

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Cinebench R20 is a benchmark tool that measures a CPU's multi-core performance by rendering a 3D scene.
Cinebench R20 (single) result

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Cinebench R20 is a benchmark tool that measures a CPU's single-core performance by rendering a 3D scene.

Connectivity

USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-C)

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USB 3.2 Gen 2 supports speeds of up to 10Gbps. It was formerly known as USB 3.1 Gen 2. These ports use the USB-C connector.
USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (USB-A)

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USB 3.2 Gen 2 supports speeds of up to 10Gbps. It was formerly known as USB 3.1 Gen 2. These ports use the older USB-A connector.
USB 4 20Gbps ports

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This version of USB 4 supports speeds of up to 20Gbps. Unlike USB 3.2, USB 4 can dynamically allocate bandwidth to video and data. These ports use the USB-C connector.
USB 4 40Gbps ports

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This version of USB 4 supports very high speeds of up to 40Gbps. Unlike USB 3.2, USB 4 can dynamically allocate bandwidth to video and data. These ports use the USB-C connector.
Thunderbolt 3 ports

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The number of USB ports that are compatible with Thunderbolt 3. These ports support speeds of up to 40Gbps, including a minimum of PCIe 16Gbps. This guarantees that it can support one external 4K display.
Thunderbolt 4 ports

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The number of USB ports that are compatible with Thunderbolt 4. These ports support speeds of up to 40Gbps, including a minimum of PCIe 32Gbps. This guarantees that it can support two external 4K displays (or one external 8K display).
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-C)

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USB 3.2 Gen 1 supports speeds of up to 5Gbps. It was formerly known as USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 3.0. These ports use the USB-C connector.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (USB-A)

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USB 3.2 Gen 1 supports speeds of up to 5Gbps. It was formerly known as USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 3.0. These ports use the older USB-A connector.
has an HDMI output
Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
You can output high definition video and audio to a display. This could be an HDMI port, Mini HDMI port, or a USB-C port that supports HDMI.

Battery

Battery life

12 hours

5 hours

The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
charge time

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The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
battery power

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5200 mAh

Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
Has sleep-and-charge USB ports
Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
Sleep-and-charge USB ports can charge electronic devices when the laptop is in sleep mode, hibernate mode, or even switched off.
Has a MagSafe power adapter
Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
The MagSafe power adapter uses a power connector that is attached magnetically. When pulled or tugged, the connector will come out of the socket safely.
battery size

54 Wh

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Batteries with more watt-hours are larger and tend to last longer.

Features

has stereo speakers
Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
megapixels (front camera)

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The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the front camera. A higher megapixel count means that the front camera is capable of capturing more details, an essential factor for taking high-resolution selfies.
has Dolby Atmos
Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
Dolby Atmos is a surround sound technology that allows sounds to be interpreted as three-dimensional objects. By doing so, Dolby Atmos allows for immersive, 360-degree sound.
Stylus included
Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
A stylus is a pen-like accessory that allows you to interact with the touchscreen with greater precision, and is particularly useful for drawing and writing.
Has a fingerprint scanner
Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
The device has a fingerprint scanner which identifies the user.
number of microphones

2

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More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
Uses 3D facial recognition
Apple MacBook Air (2017) 13.3" Intel Core i7 2.2GHz / 8GB / 128GB
Asus N56JN 15.6" Intel Core i7-4700HQ 2.4GHz / 8GB / 500GB
3D facial recognition systems, like Apple's Face ID, provide secure biometric authentication for unlocking devices and authorizing mobile payments.
video recording (main camera)

720 x 30 fps

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The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.

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