ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6). 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 15 (X505BA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

good keyboard layout

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics performance

mediocre battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) and Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.14 cm x 24.35 cm x 1.99 cm 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm
Weight 1.68 kg 1.58 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Star grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
CPU AMD A6 9225 / 2.6 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache 1 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
RAM 4 GB 0 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 -
Camera Yes - VGA -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS AudioWizard -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Technology 3-cell -
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh -
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
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 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, MultiMediaCard) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X505BA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
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 Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS IceCool design, ASUS SuperBatt Technology, ASUS Battery Health charging technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, GOST-R, CECP, ErP 2013 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Model Number BR289T -
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