ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) and Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB). 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 S14 (S413JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

adequate performance

lightweight design

average display resolution

limited graphics power

modest storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

reliable performance

affordable price

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) and Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.79 cm 32.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.59 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Transparent silver Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
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 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, IPS-level Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman/kardon stereo speakers
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111H-CG
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11.9 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Slots 2 x PCI Express 3.0 x4 / M.2 2280 (1 free) 1 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S413JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 (20TB)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.84 W/kg (body), 0.84 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Model Number AM495T -
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