ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX). 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 VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

solid state drive included

decent processor performance

full hd display

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

minimal port variety

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

fast ssd storage

high price point

average graphics performance

no HDMI port

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.2 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.99 cm 31.5 cm x 22.16 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.133 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre, magnesium alloy
Colour Transparent silver Black weave
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display Glossy, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 4266 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Four speakers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 26 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (20XX)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC RoHS
SAR Value 0.306 W/kg (body), 0.306 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 - 2 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number EK012T -
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