Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV

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Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV. 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.

ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large screen size

decent battery life

ample storage capacity

includes essential ports

mediocre display quality

heavy build

average processor

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) and ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) vs. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.78 cm 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.99 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour Black Black metal
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - TN 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.79% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 76 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS ROG Zephyrus M GU502GV
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington mini 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, MIL-STD-810G tested System password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value - 0.38 W/kg (body), 0.38 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number - ES004T
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