ASUS 15 (M509DA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS 15 (M509DA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV). 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 15 (M509DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 15 (M509DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate performance

decent battery life

average display quality

limited upgrade options

no backlit keyboard

mediocre sound output

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard comfort

high-resolution display

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

short battery life

high price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS 15 (M509DA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS 15 (M509DA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS 15 (M509DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 2.29 cm 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Transparent silver -
DISPLAY ASUS 15 (M509DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display -
PROCESSOR ASUS 15 (M509DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
CPU AMD Athlon Silver 3050U / 2.3 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 3.2 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache L2 - 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM246
MEMORY ASUS 15 (M509DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 0 GB
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 2
STORAGE ASUS 15 (M509DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS 15 (M509DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics -
Camera Yes - VGA Yes
Sound Speaker, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS 15 (M509DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
BATTERY ASUS 15 (M509DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS 15 (M509DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 135 Watt
INPUT ASUS 15 (M509DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS 15 (M509DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS 15 (M509DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Operating System (OS) No operating system No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS 15 (M509DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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 System password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, GOST-R RoHS
SAR Value 0.13 W/kg (body), 0.13 W/kg (limb) 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Model Number EJ381 -
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