Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) vs. ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) and ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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 (UX534FTC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

innovative screenpad 2.0

high-resolution display

solid build quality

powerful cpu performance

limited port selection

no thunderbolt support

average battery life

reflective screen surface

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) and ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
87 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) vs. ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.87 cm 35.4 cm x 22.04 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour Black Royal blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC)
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) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% 72% NTSC
Features Anti-reflective, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8850H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10510U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 9 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM -
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC)
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) -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 8-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 71 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt, 20 V 120 Watt, 20 V, 6 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, ScreenPad 2.0
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FTC)
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 ErgoLift
Compliant Standards RoHS UL, BSMI, CB, FCC, RoHS, MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Model Number - AA249T
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