ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH). 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.

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ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 23.04 cm x 1.99 cm 32.35 cm x 21.71 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.13 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Slate grey | Peacock blue | Coral crush -
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 4417U / 2.3 GHz No CPU
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache 2 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 610 -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 19.3 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A -
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512UA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (6th Gen) (20KH)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS Battery Health charging technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC RoHS
SAR Value 0.304 W/kg (body), 0.304 W/kg (limb) 1.514 W/kg (body), 1.514 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Model Number EJ243T -
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