ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

solid state drive included

decent processor performance

full hd display

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

minimal port variety

Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

solid build quality

decent processing power

affordable price

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no thunderbolt support

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.2 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.99 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 30.39 cm x 21.91 cm x 0.6 cm / 380 g - keyboard dock
30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm / 880 g - tablet
Weight 1.5 kg 880 g
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Transparent silver Platinum
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 12.2" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 320 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display Glossy
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features - Rear camera with auto focus, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X2
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 39 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2, VGA, HDMI)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412DA) Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options - G-sensor, hall sensor, gyroscope
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift -
Compliant Standards UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC RoHS
SAR Value 0.306 W/kg (body), 0.306 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number EK012T -
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