ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH). 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 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

lightweight design

competitive pricing

solid build quality

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited upgradeability

modest graphics card

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

high-resolution display

solid build quality

good battery life

fast ssd storage

heavier than competitors

limited color options

noisy under load

expensive base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.68 cm x 22.76 cm x 1.99 cm 35.6 cm x 25.35 cm x 1.75 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Transparent silver Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" OLED 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Colour Support 1.07 billion colours -
Features Glossy, HDR (high dynamic range), 86% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, HDR 600 True Black Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 5200 MHz
Rated Speed - 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Dual speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Input: AI noise cancelling Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 45 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Operating System (OS) - Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED (X1505ZA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 IRL (21KH)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, IceBlades fan, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number L1204W -
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