ASUS 14 (X409FA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS 14 (X409FA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF). 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 14 (X409FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 14 (X409FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

adequate performance

easy portability

average battery life

basic display quality

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS 14 (X409FA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS 14 (X409FA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS 14 (X409FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.5 cm x 21.6 cm x 2.29 cm 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm
Weight 1.6 kg -
Case Material - Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Slate grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS 14 (X409FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
Widescreen Yes -
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS 14 (X409FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core -
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM246
MEMORY ASUS 14 (X409FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) -
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 2
STORAGE ASUS 14 (X409FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS 14 (X409FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics -
Camera Yes - VGA -
Sound Speaker, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS 14 (X409FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 -
BATTERY ASUS 14 (X409FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.9 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS 14 (X409FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A -
INPUT ASUS 14 (X409FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS 14 (X409FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS 14 (X409FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS 14 (X409FA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 0.196 W/kg (body), 0.196 W/kg (limb) 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Model Number EK034T -
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