ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM). 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 X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

high-resolution display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

fewer color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
70 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
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 31.56 cm x 22.25 cm x 1.536 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 1.12 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top)
Colour Transparent silver Deep black paint
DISPLAY ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
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
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
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 - 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
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 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
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, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G/5G upgradable
BATTERY ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
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 X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
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)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (1 month trial) Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HM)
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
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, 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, 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%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
Model Number MB116W -
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