ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED (S5406) vs Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro)
The real choice here is the system: the ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED runs Windows and the Apple MacBook Neo runs macOS. Beyond that, the ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED has more memory and lasts longer on a charge, while the Apple MacBook Neo is more compact.
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Key differences
- Operating system Depends on you
They run different systems: the ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED runs Windows and the Apple MacBook Neo runs macOS. Pick the one that runs the apps you rely on.
- Memory ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED wins
The ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED has 16 GB of memory against 8 GB. That's the difference between coping and staying quick with lots of tabs and apps open.
- Battery life ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED wins
The ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED should last longer on a charge: it has a 75 Wh battery against 36.5 Wh.
- Screen size Depends on you
The ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED has the bigger screen (14" against 13"), while the Apple MacBook Neo is more compact.
- OLED screen ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED wins
The ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED has an OLED screen, with true blacks and richer colour than the Apple MacBook Neo's LCD.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED if…
- You need Windows programs or want to play PC games: it runs Windows 11, which runs almost anything.
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 16 GB of memory gives it more room than 8 GB.
- You work away from a plug: it should last longer on a charge (its maker claims up to 27 hours).
- You want more room to work: its 14-inch screen fits two windows side by side.
- You watch a lot of films and video, or edit photos: its OLED screen has true blacks and rich colour.
Choose the Apple MacBook Neo if…
- You own an iPhone or prefer a Mac: it runs macOS and works smoothly with Apple devices.
- You want something compact for small bags and train tables: it has a 13-inch screen.
- You read, write or edit photos a lot: its 2K screen makes text and images crisper.
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED leads on performance, battery and weight and ports and wireless; elsewhere the two are closely matched. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
The ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED is ahead on performance.
It has more memory, and the Apple MacBook Neo doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED (S5406) | Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 5 226V | Apple A18 Pro |
| Graphics | Intel Arc Graphics 130V | Apple A18 Pro 5-core GPU |
| AI engine (NPU) | 40 TOPS | — |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR5X | — |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | — |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | — |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2280 | — |
| Storage slots | 1 | — |
Screen
Each laptop has its strengths on the screen.
The ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED has the bigger screen (14" against 13"), while the Apple MacBook Neo is more compact. The ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED has a bigger screen and has an OLED screen, while the Apple MacBook Neo is more compact, has a sharper screen and has a brighter screen.
| Spec | ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED (S5406) | Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 13" |
| Resolution | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) | 2K (2408 x 1506) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Panel | OLED | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | — |
| Brightness | 300 nits | 500 nits |
| Colour range | 95% DCI-P3 | sRGB; 1 billion colours |
| HDR | None | None |
| Finish | Anti-reflective | — |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
Battery and size
The ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED is ahead on battery and weight.
It lasts longer on a charge, and the Apple MacBook Neo doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED (S5406) | Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 27 hours | Up to 16 hours |
| Battery capacity | 75 Wh | 36.5 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | — |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Weight | 1.3 kg | 1.23 kg |
| Dimensions | 310.5 x 221.9 x 13.9-15.9 mm | 297.5 x 206.4 x 12.7 mm |
| Materials | — | aluminium |
| Durability | US MIL-STD-810H | — |
| Colour | Silver | Indigo |
| Colours available | Rose Gold, Neutral Black, Mist Blue, Cool Silver | Silver, Blush, Citrus, Indigo |
Ports and wireless
The ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has Thunderbolt or USB4, HDMI and USB-A and has Wi-Fi 7, and the Apple MacBook Neo doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED (S5406) | Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, display and power delivery, charging, 40Gbps), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps), 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS, 1x 3.5 mm combo audio | 1x USB-C USB 3 up to 10Gb/s (charging, DisplayPort 1.4), 1x USB-C USB 2 up to 480Mb/s (charging), 1x 3.5 mm headphone |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (40 Gbps) | None |
| External displays (max) | — | 1 |
| Card reader | None | None |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 6 |
| Mobile data | None | None |
Features
The ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED is ahead on extras.
It has Copilot+ AI features and has a webcam shutter, and the Apple MacBook Neo doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED (S5406) | Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 1080p + IR | 1080p FaceTime HD |
| Webcam privacy | physical shutter | None |
| Backlit keyboard | No | No |
| Keyboard | chiclet keyboard, 1.7 mm key travel, Copilot key | Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, 78 (ANSI) or 79 (ISO) keys, 12 full-height function keys |
| Login | Face | Fingerprint |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | precision touchpad | Multi-Touch trackpad |
| Speakers | stereo speakers, Smart Amp, Harman Kardon | Dual-speaker system, Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos |
| Microphones | built-in array microphone | Dual-mic array with directional beamforming |
| Pen | No | — |
| Security | firmware TPM, Microsoft Pluton, Windows Hello face recognition | — |
Software and model
They run different systems, so this comes down to the apps you use.
It is newer, and the ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | ASUS Vivobook S14 OLED (S5406) | Apple MacBook Neo (A18 Pro) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | macOS |
| Model number | S5406SAL-SF312W | MHFG4B/A |
| Released | 2024 | 2026 |