ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5). 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 VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

lightweight build

solid performance

fast ssd storage

average display quality

limited port selection

no backlit keyboard

mediocre battery life

Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent battery life

solid build quality

quiet operation

limited storage capacity

average display quality

slower processor

minimal connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) and Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.49 cm x 21.35 cm x 1.625 cm 33.4 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.86 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.44 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Indie black Denim blue
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full 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 - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3250U / 2.6 GHz Intel Pentium N4200 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 2.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel HD Graphics 505
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5)
Technology 3-cell 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
2 x USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 in S mode - English
Software Included - Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo Companion 3.0
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (M413DA) Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Fingerprint reader -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features System password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, GOST-R, iDA, ErP 2013 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number EK007T -
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