Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) vs. ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R)

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Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU)
Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) and ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R). 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 ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

comfortable keyboard

decent battery life

solid performance

heavier than competitors

dim display

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact and lightweight

touchscreen versatility

360-degree hinge

solid build quality

mediocre battery life

limited storage capacity

average performance

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) and ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
83 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) vs. ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.18 cm x 22.42 cm x 1.88 cm 32.74 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.54 cm
Weight 1.56 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour Black Light grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% -
Features Anti-reflective, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N5030 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Burst Technology
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Toshiba 128 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 605
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Camera Features Fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 39 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.17 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Micro-USB 2.0
Micro-HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga (20NU) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R)
Included Accessories ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter Stylus, power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested System password, ASUS SuperBatt Technology, ASUS Battery Health charging technology
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value - 0.596 W/kg (body), 0.596 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
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