ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) and Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

intuitive interface

average battery life

moderate performance

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics power

Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

efficient AMD processor

good battery life

compact and portable

dim display brightness

no thunderbolt support

limited storage capacity

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) and Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ)
73 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.69 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.57 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide
Colour Transparent silver Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 14" - IPS
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 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45%
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, 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 (X712FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ)
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
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111
Compliant Standards - DASH
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13.4 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
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)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included ASUS Live Update, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), ASUS GiftBox -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495 (20NJ)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
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 Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 0.297 W/kg (body), 0.297 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Model Number AU358T -
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