ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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 T490 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T490 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

average display quality

limited graphics power

noisy under load

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
80 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.6 cm x 19.33 cm x 1.69 cm -
Weight 990 g -
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Star grey -
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, glare, Tru2Life -
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
CPU Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM -
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 605 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - VGA -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 -
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh -
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A -
INPUT ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Education Windows 10 Pro
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004R) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Features System password -
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, GDPR
SAR Value 0.586 W/kg (body), 0.586 W/kg (limb) -
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