ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2). 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 15 (K513EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent processor performance

solid build quality

ample storage options

comfortable keyboard

average battery life

dim display

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics performance

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) 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

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.79 cm 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), spangle silver (bottom), spangle silver (top) Thunder black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" OLED 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Features Glossy, ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, Tru2Life Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
CPU Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 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 SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 46.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
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 15 (K513EA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (0 free) -
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone output
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (K513EA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Repairability Index 6.5 (out of 10) -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Model Number L11091T -
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