Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) vs. ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) and ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI). 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 X13 Gen 2 (20XH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive security features

good battery life

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

vivid 4k display

compact premium design

innovative screenpad feature

decent thermal management

average battery life

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) and ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) vs. ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.58 cm x 21.706 cm x 1.819 cm 35.4 cm x 23.3 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 2 kg
Case Material Magnesium (keyboard cover), aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top) Aluminum
Colour Villi black Pine grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 440 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Glossy, Pantone Validated
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10870H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 16 MB
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz -
Rated Speed 4266 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
SSD Cache - 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111EPV -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI)
Technology Lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 54.7 Wh 96 Wh
Battery Life Up to 18.1 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, ScreenPad 2.0
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard, FHD+ (2160 x 1080) IPS-level display
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader - 2 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20XH) ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535LI)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter, sleeve
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password -
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified MIL-STD 810G
Repairability Index - 6.1 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
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
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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Model Number - H2196T
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