ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

affordable price point

fast ssd storage

decent processor performance

good connectivity options

average display quality

limited graphics performance

moderate battery life

plastic build quality

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

solid performance

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8)
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.91 cm 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.1 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.99 kg
Case Material Plastic Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Bespoke black Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6" - IPS
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 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 5850U / 1.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Realtek RTL8852AE - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.05 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8)
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
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 2.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 2.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 2 (20X8)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Bang & Olufsen ICEpower Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, TCG Certified
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%
Model Number EB249T -
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