ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL). 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 17 (X712EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

solid build quality

average battery life

mediocre graphics card

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

efficient performance

compact and portable

average display brightness

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.6 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 31.19 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.28 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Transparent silver Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 60% NTSC 72%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL)
CPU Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Vega 8
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Dual stream (2x2) Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL)
Interfaces HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone output
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712EA) Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C 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, ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number BX092T -
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