Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA). 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.

ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

compact and lightweight

decent battery life

solid build quality

includes USB-C port

average display quality

limited storage capacity

modest processor performance

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight - 1.5 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Plastic
Colour Black Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom)
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
CPU No CPU Intel Pentium Silver N5030 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 4 MB
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
RAM - 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 2 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel UHD Graphics 605
Camera - Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (0 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Home in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416MA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested System password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb) -
Repairability Index - 6.3 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number - EK160TS
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