Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M6500RE) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF). 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.
Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M6500RE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
stunning oled display
powerful amd processor
lightweight design
ample storage options
good connectivity options
average battery life
higher price point
no optical drive
limited color options
Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
robust build quality
excellent keyboard feel
powerful processor options
good battery life
impressive security features
heavier than competitors
average display brightness
limited color options
expensive base model
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M6500RE) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) |
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| Product Type | Notebook - 180-degree hinge design | Notebook - 180-degree hinge design |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.98 cm x 23.43 cm x 1.99 cm | 31.77 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.79 cm |
| Weight | 1.8 kg | 1.32 kg |
| Case Material | - | Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom) |
| Colour | Cool silver | Thunder black |
| DISPLAY | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M6500RE) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" OLED | 14" - IPS |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | - | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 2880 x 1620 (2.8K) | 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 120 Hz | - |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Image Brightness | 600 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 45% NTSC |
| Colour Support | 1.07 billion colours | - |
| Features | Glossy, Low Blue Light technology, Pantone Validated, 84% screen-to-body ratio, HDR 600 True Black, Delta E≤2 colour accuracy | Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle |
| PROCESSOR | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M6500RE) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) |
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| CPU | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX / 3.3 GHz | AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.9 GHz | 4.5 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 8-core | 6-core |
| Cache | L3 - 16 MB | L3 - 16 MB |
| Features | - | Integrated memory controller |
| MEMORY | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M6500RE) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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| RAM Type | LPDDR5 SDRAM | LPDDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | - | 6400 MHz |
| Rated Speed | - | 6400 MHz |
| STORAGE | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M6500RE) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M6500RE) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | - |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / AMD Radeon 680M | AMD Radeon 660M |
| Max Monitors Supported | - | 3 external monitor(s) |
| Video Memory | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | - |
| Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes - 1080p |
| Camera Features | Privacy shutter | Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus |
| Sound | Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
| Codec | - | Realtek ALC3287 |
| Compliant Standards | - | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice |
| Audio Features | Input: AI noise cancelling | - |
| COMMUNICATIONS | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M6500RE) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | - | Qualcomm NFA725A |
| Network Interface | - | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet Controller | - | Realtek RTL8111EPV |
| Compliant Standards | - | DASH |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) |
| WWAN |
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| Generation | - | 4G upgradable |
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| BATTERY | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M6500RE) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) |
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| Technology | 3-cell Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 70 Wh | 52.5 Wh |
| Battery Life | - | Up to 21.1 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M6500RE) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) |
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| Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A | 45 Watt |
| INPUT | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M6500RE) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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| Numeric Keypad | Yes | - |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M6500RE) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) |
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| Interfaces | USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C 4.0 Gen 3/DisplayPort (Power Delivery) 2 x USB 2.0 HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) USB 3.2 Gen 1 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) HDMI LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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| Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD) | - |
| SOFTWARE | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M6500RE) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - French |
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| Software Included | McAfee LiveSafe, MyASUS, ScreenXpert, ProArt Creator Hub, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX | Glance by Mirametrix |
| MISCELLANEOUS | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M6500RE) | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | USB-C power adapter |
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| Security | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader | Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader, smart card reader |
| Security Slot Type | - | Kensington nano security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS IceCool Plus, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard | Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, certificate based BIOS authentication |
| Compliant Standards | RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified |
| Max Operating Temperature | - | 35 °C |
| Min Operating Temperature | - | 5 °C |
| Humidity Range Operating | - | 8 - 95% |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return | Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site Base warranty - battery - 1 year |
| Model Number | MA055W | - |
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