ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480s

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and Lenovo ThinkPad T480s. 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 (X515FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid state drive

full hd display

decent processor

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

basic audio quality

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) and Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm -
Weight 1.8 kg -
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom) -
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen)
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core -
Cache 4 MB -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel HD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Wi-Fi
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh -
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A -
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password, hard drive password -
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887
Repairability Index 5.9 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - replacement - 1 year
Model Number EJ105W -
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