Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) vs. ASUS X415JA (EK1009T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) and ASUS X415JA (EK1009T). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

simple aesthetic

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

average performance

no backlit keyboard

ASUS X415JA (EK1009T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X415JA (EK1009T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent battery life

solid build quality

adequate performance

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) and ASUS X415JA (EK1009T)
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) vs. ASUS X415JA (EK1009T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS X415JA (EK1009T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Plastic
Colour Platinum grey IMR Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom)
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS X415JA (EK1009T)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, Tru2Life, NanoEdge display, 82% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS X415JA (EK1009T)
CPU Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS X415JA (EK1009T)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS X415JA (EK1009T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS X415JA (EK1009T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 605 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - VGA
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS X415JA (EK1009T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Single stream (1x1) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS X415JA (EK1009T)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS X415JA (EK1009T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS X415JA (EK1009T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS X415JA (EK1009T)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (0 free)
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS X415JA (EK1009T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IGM (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS X415JA (EK1009T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password System password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
Repairability Index - 6.6 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 14IGM 81MW -
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