Lenovo ThinkPad T460s vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T460s and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA). 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 T460s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T460s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

lightweight design

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

no touchscreen option

higher price point

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage options

lightweight design

average battery life

mediocre display quality

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T460s and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
66 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T460s vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.68 cm x 1.88 cm 35.72 cm x 23.04 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour - Transparent silver | Slate grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T460s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T460s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 5405U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T460s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 20 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T460s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 256 GB SSD SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T460s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3245 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T460s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell
Max Supported Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) - 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T460s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T460s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T460s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T460s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T460s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) 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, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested System password
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001 -
SAR Value - 0.304 W/kg (body), 0.304 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - EJ1515T
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