ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) vs. Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) and Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA). 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.

Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent processor performance

adequate port selection

suitable for basic tasks

average display quality

limited battery life

minimal storage capacity

no backlit keyboard.

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) and Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) vs. Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.24 cm x 21 cm x 1.77 cm 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Transparent silver Iron grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - TN
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 200 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - Spanish
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo V14-IKB (81YA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.286 W/kg (body), 0.286 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number EK019T -
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