Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) vs. ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) and ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

solid performance

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

higher price point

ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution OLED display

powerful Intel i7 processor

ample 16GB RAM

fast 512GB SSD storage

robust aluminum body

heavier than competitors

no SD card slot

average battery life

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) and ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) vs. ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.993 cm 35.53 cm x 25.2 cm x 2 cm
Weight 1.76 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) -
Colour Thunder black Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 16"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB, 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, 87% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 5875U / 2 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12650H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 24 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - MUX Switch
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera Privacy shutter, World Facing Camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller AMD RZ616 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 70 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery)
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
LAN (RJ-45)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C8) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint 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, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password System password, MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS IceCool Plus, ASUS Antibacterial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Model Number - N1107W
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