ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) and Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

fanless operation

simple aesthetic

limited storage capacity

average display quality

modest performance

few connectivity options

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

reliable performance

affordable price

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) and Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.64 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.76 cm 32.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.59 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Star grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology, Tru2Life, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
CPU Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type - DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 605 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard Harman/kardon stereo speakers
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111H-CG
BATTERY ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Technology 3-cell 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours Up to 11.9 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Slots - 1 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Education Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS IceCool design Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, A-Tick, ErP 2013 RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.576 W/kg (body), 0.576 W/kg (limb) 0.84 W/kg (body), 0.84 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
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