Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q vs Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 Comparison

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Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q vs Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Vivobook S14 S3407Q and Vivobook 18 M1807, two laptops by Asus. Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q was introduced to market in January 2025 and Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 was launched in March 2025. There is only 2 months difference between Vivobook S14 S3407Q and Vivobook 18 M1807 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Vivobook S14 S3407Q and Vivobook 18 M1807 are members of Asus's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Asus Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Asus Vivobook 18 M1807	March 2025	18.4"	402.5 x 274.5 x 18.6-19.9 mm	2.6 kg (5.73 lbs)
Asus Vivobook S14 M3407	March 2025	14.0"	315.2 x 223.4 x 15.9-17.9 mm	1.4 kg (3.09 lbs)
Asus ExpertBook B5 B5405	February 2025	14.0"	315.1 x 226.8 x 18.9-19 mm	1.35 kg (2.98 lbs)
Asus ExpertBook B5 B5605	February 2025	16.0"	358.4 x 253.9 x 17.5-17.9 mm	1.75 kg (3.86 lbs)
Asus ROG Flow Z13 2025 GZ302	January 2025	13.4"	300 x 204 x 12.9-14.9 mm	1.2 kg (2.65 lbs)
Asus Vivobook 14 X1407	January 2025	14.0"	315.2 x 223.4 x 17.9 mm	1.46 kg (3.22 lbs)
Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q	January 2025	14.0"	315.2 x 223.4 x 15.9-17.9 mm	1.39 kg (3.06 lbs)
Asus Vivobook S16 S3607	January 2025	16.0"	357 x 250.7 x 15.9-17.9 mm	1.67 kg (3.68 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q and Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q Key Specs

Launched in January 2025
14.0" OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon X (X1-26-100)
GPU: Adreno X1-45
8GB,16GB Ram
315.2 x 223.4 x 15.9-17.9 mm (12.41 x 8.8 x 0.63-0.7 inches)
Weight: 1.39 kg (3.06 lbs)

Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 Key Specs

Launched in March 2025
18.4" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 260
GPU: Radeon 780M
16GB Ram
402.5 x 274.5 x 18.6-19.9 mm (15.85 x 10.81 x 0.73-0.78 inches)
Weight: 2.6 kg (5.73 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Vivobook S14 S3407Q and Vivobook 18 M1807 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q over Asus Vivobook 18 M1807

Weight	1.39 kg vs 2.60 kg	1.21 kg lighter
Screen PPI	162 ppi vs 123 ppi	More pixels per inch
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen

Reasons to choose Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 over Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~88.8% vs ~80.7%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	3.1 mm vs 6.8 mm	3.7 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	18.4 inches vs 14 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	144 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
GPU FLOPS	4.1 TFLOPS vs 2.3 TFLOPS	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No

Common Strengths of Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 and Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q

Launch Dates	January 2025 vs March 2025	Both laptops are recent models
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 and Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q vs Asus Vivobook 18 M1807: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q and the Asus Vivobook 18 M1807.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.39 kg (3.06 lbs)	2.6 kg (5.73 lbs)
Surface Area	704 cm2 (109.2 inches2)	1105 cm2 (171.3 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~80.7%	~88.8%
Side Bezel Thickness	~6.8 mm	~3.1 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.10 kg/inch	0.14 kg/inch
	0.22 lbs/inch	0.308 lbs/inch
Colors	Silver, Gray	Blue

Comparison of the Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q and the Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 External Dimensions

Weight

Vivobook S14 S3407Q weighs 1.39 kg (3.06 lbs), whereas the Vivobook 18 M1807 weighs 2.6 kg (5.73 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Asus Vivobook 18 M1807

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Thickness Comparison

Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Asus Vivobook 18 M1807

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q is 0.10 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 is 0.14 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q vs Asus Vivobook 18 M1807: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Qualcomm Snapdragon X (X1-26-100)	AMD Ryzen 7 260
Base Frequency	2.98 GHz	3.8 GHz
Number of Cores	8	8
Number of Threads	8	16
L3 Cache	6 MB	16 MB
Integrated GPU	Qualcomm Adreno X1-45	Radeon 780M
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm	4 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q and Asus Vivobook 18 M1807.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Qualcomm Snapdragon X (X1-26-100)

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen 7 260

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Adreno X1-45	Radeon 780M
Base Clock Frequency	280 MHz	800 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1107 MHz	2700 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	30 W	15 W
Type	Integrated	Integrated
FLOPS	2.3 TFLOPS	4.1 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	DDR5
Memory Speed	8.45 Gbps	5.6 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	1024	768
TMUs	48	48
ROPs	24	32

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q has a FLOPS value of 2.3 TFLOPS whereas the Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 ' has a FLOPS value of 4.1 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB	16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x4 GB	1x16 GB
RAM Clock	8448 MHz	5600 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	DDR5
Upgradable	No	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

The Vivobook 18 M1807 provides a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, which allows for smoother multitasking and improved performance in memory-demanding tasks compared to the Vivobook S14 S3407Q's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Asus Vivobook S14 (S3407Q)	Asus Vivobook 18 (M1807)
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Good performance.	✔ Good performance.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	⚠ Can run slowly on CPU with enough RAM and good iGPU.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	70 Wh	0 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	65 W	65 W

Furthermore, both laptops have the same battery capacity of 70 Wh, ensuring comparable battery performance.

Battery Comparison

Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Asus Vivobook 18 M1807

Avg: larger than 17.0"

STORAGE
Both laptops, the Vivobook S14 S3407Q and the Vivobook 18 M1807 have similar max. storage capacities of 1 TB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q vs Asus Vivobook 18 M1807: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q and Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Vivobook S14 S3407Q has a display size of 14.0".On the other hand, Vivobook 18 M1807 has a larger18.4" display.The total usable screen area of the Vivobook S14 S3407Q is 568cm² / 88inch² whereas the Vivobook 18 M1807's total usable screen area is 982cm² / 152inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Vivobook S14 S3407Q features a higher pixel density with 162 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Asus Vivobook 18 M1807

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Refresh Rate
The Vivobook 18 M1807 offers a higher refresh rate of 144 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The Vivobook S14 S3407Q offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Asus Vivobook 18 M1807

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Asus Vivobook S14 S3407Q vs Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Both laptops offer the same Wi-Fi standard (v6E), ensuring fast and reliable wireless connections.

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Vivobook S14 S3407Q and Vivobook 18 M1807 feature 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Vivobook S14 S3407Q and Vivobook 18 M1807 feature 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Neither Vivobook S14 S3407Q nor Vivobook 18 M1807 has Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Vivobook S14 S3407Q and Vivobook 18 M1807 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Neither Vivobook S14 S3407Q nor Vivobook 18 M1807 has an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Vivobook S14 S3407Q and Vivobook 18 M1807 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.3	v5.3
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	No	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	No