ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) and Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE). 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 E12 E203MA (FD004R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

fanless operation

compact form factor

limited storage capacity

basic processor performance

no backlit keyboard

low-resolution display

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good security features

decent battery life

affordable price point

average display quality

modest graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) and Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.6 cm x 19.33 cm x 1.69 cm 36.5 cm x 24 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 990 g 1.7 kg
Case Material Plastic Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Star grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, glare, Tru2Life Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
CPU Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 605 NVIDIA GeForce MX450 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111H-CG
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10.8 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Education Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20TE)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
SAR Value 0.586 W/kg (body), 0.586 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
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