ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2). 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 16 (X1605ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

sharp display resolution

fast charging support

average build quality

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

mediocre speaker output

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

solid performance

adequate connectivity options

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
70 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.87 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Plastic Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Transparent silver Thunder black
DISPLAY ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U 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 12 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
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 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
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 - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Dual speakers, 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: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 46.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
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 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft 365 (1 month trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) 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%
Model Number MB116W -
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