Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) and ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA). 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 Gen 5 (21DE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processors

robust build quality

excellent 4k display

advanced security features

wide connectivity options

high price point

heavier than competitors

average battery life

loud under load

ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

lightweight and portable

fast performance

good battery life

harman kardon speakers

limited port variety

no dedicated gpu

higher price segment

average webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) and ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
82 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.95 cm x 25.38 cm x 1.79 cm 31.36 cm x 22.06 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 1.39 kg
Case Material Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top) -
Colour Black paint Ponder blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 14" OLED
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 2880 x 1800 (WQXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Blue Light technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration Glossy, NanoEdge display, Low Blue Light technology, Pantone Validated, 90% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 12-core
Cache 24 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 4 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Voice Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)
Wireless NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 75 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 170 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Express Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - German Windows 11 Home
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3402ZA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Method 2 RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Eye Care Display Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 9 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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Model Number - KN224W
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