Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) and ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA). 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 (UX425JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

excellent battery life

fast ssd storage

comfortable keyboard

sharp display

average sound quality

no dedicated gpu

fewer port options

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) and ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA)
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm 31.9 cm x 20.8 cm x 1.39 cm
Weight - 1.17 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 (UX425JA)
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 - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, WideView, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA)
RAM - 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 32 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - 3D Xpoint (Optane) - Intel
Secondary Storage - 512 GB SSD - (M.2) - PCIe NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel UHD Graphics
Camera - Yes - HD
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 -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA)
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 67 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.9 hours Up to 22 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA)
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 (UX425JA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad, 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 (UX425JA)
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
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack (on supplied cable)
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 (UX425JA)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Home
Software Included - ASUS Splendid, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), MyASUS, System Diagnosis, Battery Health Charging, AppDeals
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, USB-C to audio jack 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 MIL-STD-810G tested, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb) 0.228 W/kg (body), 0.228 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number - BM191T
Other Comparisons with Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Other Comparisons with ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA)
Other Popular Laptop Comparisons
Other projects: