Lenovo ThinkPad T470 vs. ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T470 and ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA). 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 T470 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T470 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

long battery life

good security features

solid performance

heavier than competitors

average display quality

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

vivid full hd display

fast ssd storage

efficient intel processor

reasonable price point

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

mediocre sound quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T470 and ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
81 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T470 vs. ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 32.33 cm x 21.37 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.63 kg 1.4 kg
Colour Black Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 178° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor DIMM 288-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR camera
Sound Microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Technology - 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 47 Wh
Battery Life With Included Additional Battery Up to 18 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Type Keyboard Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 3
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features - System password, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887 -
SAR Value - 0.6 W/kg (body), 0.6 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years -
Model Number - AM016T
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