ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN). 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 (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 T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

strong security features

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.91 cm 32.75 cm x 22.44 cm x 1.681 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.36 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminum, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre hybrid
Colour Bespoke black Villi black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
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, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe 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 T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - Quectel EM120R-GL - M.2 Card
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 23.6 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
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 T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
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 T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
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)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
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 nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Bang & Olufsen ICEpower Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards - RoHS
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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