ASUS 15 (X509UA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
ASUS 15 (X509UA)
ASUS 15 (X509UA)

Our Rating: 75 %

Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of ASUS 15 (X509UA) and Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6). 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 (X509UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 15 (X509UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate performance level

good connectivity options

average display quality

limited storage capacity

modest battery life

no backlit keyboard

Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good security features

decent battery life

reliable performance

average display quality

modest graphics power

heavier design

limited storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS 15 (X509UA) and Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
76 % - Design
66 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS 15 (X509UA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS 15 (X509UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 2.29 cm 33.5 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.25 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.69 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Slate grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS 15 (X509UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS 15 (X509UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS 15 (X509UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS 15 (X509UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS 15 (X509UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Speaker, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS 15 (X509UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS 15 (X509UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS 15 (X509UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS 15 (X509UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS 15 (X509UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS 15 (X509UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS 15 (X509UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L490 (20Q6)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip 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 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) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Model Number EJ064T -
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