ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) and Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC). 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 VivoBook 14 (A416JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

affordable price point

decent battery life

solid build quality

fast boot-up speed

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB-C ports

Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

comfortable keyboard design

adequate performance level

reasonable price point

solid security features

mediocre battery life

average display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) and Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
82 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.99 cm 36.9 cm x 25.25 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 2.12 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6" - 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 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 90%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 32 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 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Toshiba
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
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
Ethernet Controller - Realtek R8111GUS
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (A416JA) Lenovo ThinkPad E590 (20NC)
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 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 - RoHS
SAR Value - 0.436 W/kg (body), 0.436 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index 6.6 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Model Number EK382TS -
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