Lenovo ThinkPad T560 vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T560 and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA). 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 T560 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T560 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

long battery life

good enterprise security

bright IPS display

heavy chassis

modest graphics performance

limited storage capacity

outdated design

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 T560 and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
81 % - Design
64 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
66 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T560 vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T560 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.06 cm x 25.82 cm x 2.245 cm 35.72 cm x 23.04 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.22 kg 1.7 kg
Colour - Transparent silver | Slate grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T560 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T560 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
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T560 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T560 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 256 GB SSD SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T560 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T560 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T560 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Technology - 2-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) - 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T560 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T560 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Type Keyboard Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T560 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
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 T560 ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T560 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 - System password
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 -
SAR Value - 0.304 W/kg (body), 0.304 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years
Limited warranty - battery - 6 months
Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - EJ1515T
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