ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM). 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 ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

vivid 4k display

compact premium design

innovative screenpad feature

decent thermal management

average battery life

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

limited port selection

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

strong security features

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
83 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 23.3 cm x 1.8 cm 32.75 cm x 22.4 cm x 1.614 cm
Weight 2 kg 1.28 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Pine grey Villi black
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" OLED 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 440 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 72% NTSC
Features Glossy, Pantone Validated Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10870H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Quad-Core
Cache 16 MB 8 MB
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
SSD Cache 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM)
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
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Dual stream (2x2) Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - Quectel EM120R-GL - M.2 Card
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 96 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 23.6 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM)
Type Keyboard, ScreenPad 2.0 Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, FHD+ (2160 x 1080) IPS-level display Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM)
Interfaces HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
Memory Card Reader 2 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WM)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, sleeve USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS
Repairability Index 6.1 (out of 10) -
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%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Model Number H2196T -
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