ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX). 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 (X1504ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent battery life

fast charging support

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB ports

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive security features

good battery life

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.97 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.79 cm 30.17 cm x 21.48 cm x 1.595 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.09 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top)
Colour Cool silver Deep black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
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, fixed focus
Sound Dual speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 54.7 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI 1.4
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1504ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 (21EX)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card 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, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0 RoHS, Energy-using Products (EuP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, 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 - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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