In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480 and ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 | ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm | 31 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.39 cm |
Weight | 1.65 kg | 990 g |
Case Material | Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide | - |
Colour | Black | Deep dive blue |
DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 | ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 14" - IPS | 13.3" |
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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 | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | - | 300 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | - | 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC |
Features | Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle | ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, WideView, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display, 72% NTSC colour gamut |
PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 | ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 3.6 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
Number of Cores | Quad-Core | Quad-Core |
Cache | 6 MB | 6 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
Features | Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache | - |
MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 | ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) |
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RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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Max RAM Supported | 32 GB | - |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | LPDDR3 SDRAM |
Speed | 2400 MHz | - |
Rated Speed | 2400 MHz | - |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | - |
Slots Qty | 2 | - |
STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 | ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 240 GB SSD | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 | ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Intel UHD Graphics |
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Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - VGA |
Camera Features | ThinkShutter camera privacy | - |
Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone |
Codec | Realtek ALC3287 | - |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium | - |
Audio Features | - | ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower |
COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 | ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card | - |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | - |
BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 | ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) |
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Technology | 3-cell Lithium Ion | 3-cell Lithium Ion |
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Installed Qty | 2 | - |
Battery Capacity (Size) | 24 Wh | 50 Wh |
AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 | ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) |
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Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A | 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A |
INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 | ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) |
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Type | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Keyboard Backlight | - | Yes |
Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad | - |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 | ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) |
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Interfaces | USB 3.1 Gen 1 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 Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) HDMI Dock Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN |
Headphone/microphone combo jack 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 HDMI |
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Memory Card Reader | 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) |
SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 | ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Pro |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 | ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331FAL) |
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Dockable | Yes | - |
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Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter | Power adapter |
Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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, MIL-STD-810G tested | - |
Compliant Standards | ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, ISO 90001 | - |
ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | - |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return | - |
Model Number | - | EG075R |