Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425UA)

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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 (UM425UA). 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 (UM425UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

fast ssd storage

long battery life

efficient amd processor

good value for money

average display quality

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

mediocre speaker performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) and ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425UA)
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425UA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm 31.9 cm x 21 cm x 1.68 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 (UM425UA)
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 - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425UA)
CPU No CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5500U / 2.1 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 (UM425UA)
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 (UM425UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425UA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - AMD Radeon R5
Camera - Yes - HD
Camera Features - Windows Hello, IR/RGB camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425UA)
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425UA)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425UA)
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 (UM425UA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425UA)
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
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
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 (UM425UA)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Home
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), McAfee, MyASUS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425UA)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware 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 - KI057T
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