Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA)

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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 ZenBook 14 (UM425IA). 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 ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

fast ssd storage

powerful amd processor

long battery life

comfortable keyboard

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

average display brightness

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) and ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm 31.9 cm x 21 cm x 1.43 cm
Weight - 1.22 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Aluminum
Colour Black Pine grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
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 - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA)
CPU No CPU AMD Ryzen 5 4500U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4 GHz
Number of Cores - 6-core
Cache - 8 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA)
RAM - 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA)
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 67 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA)
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
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone output (on supplied adapter)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro
Software Included - McAfee, MyASUS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, sleeve, USB to Ethernet adapter, USB-C to audio jack adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number - AM080R
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