ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)
Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)

Our Rating: 75 %

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) and Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS). 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good enterprise features

solid battery life

reliable performance

average display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) and Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.24 cm x 21 cm x 1.77 cm 32.18 cm x 22.42 cm x 1.88 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.46 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Transparent silver -
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz No CPU
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache 3 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 0 GB
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 2
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 No graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.61 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A -
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X420UA) Lenovo ThinkPad L390 (20NS)
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
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 0.286 W/kg (body), 0.286 W/kg (limb) 0.995 W/kg (limb), 0.995 W/kg (body)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Model Number EK019T -
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