Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) vs. ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) and ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T). 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 ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative screenpad technology

compact and lightweight design

high-resolution display

solid build quality

powerful processor

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) and ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
83 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) vs. ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.59 cm x 21.382 cm x 1.36 cm 32.3 cm x 22.5 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.14 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum Metal
Colour Platinum silver Deep dive blue
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14"
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 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 2500U / 2 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - IR/RGB camera
Sound Speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features JBL ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Qualcomm 435-AC - M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours Up to 12.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 90 Watt, 19 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ScreenPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad 5.5" FHD (1920 x 1080) Super IPS+ display
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2a, VGA, HDMI) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 2.0
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-13ARR (Lenovo IdeaPad 720S) ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter, sleeve, USB to Ethernet adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password -
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value - 0.5 W/kg (body), 0.5 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number 13ARR 81BR -
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