ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

fanless operation

simple aesthetic

limited storage capacity

average display quality

modest performance

few connectivity options

Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

rugged design

compact and lightweight

decent battery life

efficient for basic tasks

limited storage capacity

low-resolution display

modest performance

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) and Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) vs. Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.64 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.76 cm 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.13 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Star grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 11.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology, Tru2Life, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
CPU Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type - LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
STORAGE ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB eMMC 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 605 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card
BATTERY ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A 45 Watt
INPUT ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
USB-C 3.0 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Education Windows 10 Pro National Academic
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS E406MA (BV086RA) Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS IceCool design Administrator password, power-on password
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, A-Tick, ErP 2013 RoHS
SAR Value 0.576 W/kg (body), 0.576 W/kg (limb) 0.08 W/kg (body), 0.08 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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