Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) vs. ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) and ASUS X543UA (DM1508T). 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.

ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

intuitive touchpad

adequate connectivity options

crisp audio output

average battery life

modest display resolution

limited graphics performance

slower HDD storage

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) and ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) vs. ASUS X543UA (DM1508T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.55 cm x 20.85 cm x 1.99 cm 38.1 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight 1.47 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour - Star grey IMR with angle hairline
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-reflective
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
CPU Intel Core i3 (4th Gen) 4010U / 1.7 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 4417U / 2.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
RAM 2 GB (1 x 2 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 -
Rated Speed 1600 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel HD Graphics 610
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Camera Features Face tracking -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio v2 -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Wireless 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-V -
WWAN
Generation WWAN -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 33 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Mouse, keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Operating System (OS) Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition - French Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS X543UA (DM1508T)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, carrying case, mouse
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkVantage Active Protection System, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), MIL-STD-810G tested System password, ASUS IceCool design
Compliant Standards RoHS, GREENGUARD -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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