Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)

Our Rating: 75 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA). 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 L590 (20Q8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

adequate performance level

reliable security features

mediocre display quality

heavy and bulky

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display

lightweight design

decent battery life

simple user interface

mediocre performance

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
63 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.65 cm x 25.45 cm x 2.295 cm 41.1 cm x 27 cm x 2.3 cm
Weight 2.03 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Plastic
Colour Black Black (bottom), star grey (top), star grey (LCD cover)
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% 60% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - Toshiba 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 605
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone output
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 3 in 1 (SD Card, Memory Stick, MultiMediaCard)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X705MA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested System password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value - 0.531 W/kg (body), 0.531 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index - 6.3 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Model Number - BX019T
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