ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW). 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 (X712JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

ample storage options

decent build quality

comprehensive connectivity

average battery life

mediocre graphics performance

dim display brightness

slow processor speed

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

high-resolution display

advanced security features

high price point

average battery life

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.69 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Transparent silver Black paint
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, IPS-level Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9880H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 6 MB 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM246
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Intel
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 135 Watt, 20 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
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 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension cable
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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 System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value - 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Model Number AU332T -
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