ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

ample storage options

decent processor speed

lightweight design

solid build quality

average display quality

limited graphics performance

short battery life

no backlit keyboard

Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

detachable flexibility

sharp display clarity

responsive touch screen

decent battery life

limited port selection

moderate storage capacity

higher price point

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 23.04 cm x 1.99 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 28.33 cm x 20.35 cm x 0.88 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 28.33 cm x 21.78 cm x 0.57 cm / 340 g - keyboard dock
Weight 1.7 kg 760 g
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Slate grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 12.3" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1280 (Full HD Plus)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 3:2
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-reflective, Direct Bonding technology, anti-smudge, Corning Gorilla glass 5, 178° viewing angle, capacitive touch screen
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1130G7 / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache - 8 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, rear camera with auto focus, IR/RGB camera
Sound - Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306-GRT
Compliant Standards - Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features - Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Technology 2-cell Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.42 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - 3-level backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
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)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Pogo keyboard connector
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable (20UW)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Keyboard, USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Digital Pen
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, hall sensor, gyroscope, inclinometer
Security - 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 - RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS, low halogen, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.464 W/kg (body), 0.464 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Model Number EJ254T -
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