Lenovo ThinkPad T480 vs. ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480 and ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkPad T480 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T480 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics power

outdated aesthetic design

ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

good keyboard layout

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics performance

mediocre battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480 and ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
86 % - Design
66 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480 vs. ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 31.1 cm x 21.3 cm x 1.29 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide -
Colour Black Deep dive blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Ultra Slim Design, anti-glare, WideView, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell
Installed Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 24 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 65 Watt, 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery/data/video)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook S UX391UA (ET087T)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, ISO 90001 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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