ASUS P15 (P1504FA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
ASUS P15 (P1504FA)
ASUS P15 (P1504FA)

Our Rating: 72 %

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS P15 (P1504FA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9). 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 P15 (P1504FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS P15 (P1504FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

efficient battery life

adequate performance

basic display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

minimal graphics power

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

reliable performance

high price point

average display brightness

limited graphics power

no HDMI port

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS P15 (P1504FA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
74 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS P15 (P1504FA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS P15 (P1504FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 23.04 cm x 1.99 cm 32.3 cm x 21.7 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.09 kg
Case Material Plastic Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
Colour Black (bottom), slate grey (LCD cover), gun grey (top) -
DISPLAY ASUS P15 (P1504FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 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 200 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display -
PROCESSOR ASUS P15 (P1504FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core -
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS P15 (P1504FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
STORAGE ASUS P15 (P1504FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS P15 (P1504FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec - USI 4551-513711-00
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS P15 (P1504FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features Dual stream (2x2) Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY ASUS P15 (P1504FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 19.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS P15 (P1504FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A -
INPUT ASUS P15 (P1504FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS P15 (P1504FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE ASUS P15 (P1504FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro No operating system
Software Included MyASUS -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS P15 (P1504FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 8 (20U9)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 0.304 W/kg (body), 0.304 W/kg (limb) 1.49 W/kg (body), 1.49 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Model Number BQ1514R -
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