Lenovo ThinkPad T550 vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T550 and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA). 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 T550 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T550 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

long battery life

efficient thermal management

good enterprise features

heavier than competitors

average display quality

limited graphics performance

costlier than alternatives

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

ample storage options

decent processor speed

lightweight design

solid build quality

average display quality

limited graphics performance

short battery life

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T550 and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
85 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T550 vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T550 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38 cm x 25.8 cm x 2.24 cm 35.72 cm x 23.04 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour - Slate grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T550 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.5" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1620 (WQHD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T550 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5200U / 2.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T550 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 -
Rated Speed 1600 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T550 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T550 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones -
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T550 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T550 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) - 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T550 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T550 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T550 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
VGA
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 T550 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T550 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip -
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, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 -
SAR Value - 0.464 W/kg (body), 0.464 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number - EJ254T
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