Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) vs. ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) and ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

high-resolution display

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color accuracy

ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

vivid full-hd display

solid build quality

fast ssd storage

efficient multitasking capabilities

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) and ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) vs. ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.87 cm 35.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour Black Bespoke black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% 45% NTSC
Features Anti-reflective, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8850H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 9 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speaker, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt, 20 V 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone output
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (A513EA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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 System password, ASUS Intelligent Performance Technology (AIPT)
Compliant Standards RoHS TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
SAR Value 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Model Number - BQ1355T
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