ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) and Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK). 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 BR1100C (C1XA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable design

affordable price

robust parental controls

touchscreen functionality

good battery life

average performance

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

fewer connectivity options

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good battery life

affordable price

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

modest storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) and Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
76 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.46 cm x 20.49 cm x 2 cm 31.3 cm x 21.93 cm x 1.799 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.53 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Dark grey Graphite black
DISPLAY ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Eye-Care Technology, 63% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
CPU Intel Celeron N4500 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid IR camera
Sound Speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Synaptic CX11880
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling Input: Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 2.0
HDMI 1.4
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Education Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial) Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, LED indicator, tamper-resistant, rubber bumper, MIL-STD-810H tested, splash protection, Computrace ready from BIOS, ASUS Antibacterial Guard Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 3Y -
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