ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG). 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 (FD004RA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) 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

mediocre performance

low-resolution screen

few connectivity options

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) 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

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.6 cm x 19.33 cm x 1.69 cm 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.87 cm
Weight 990 g 1.8 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Star grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 15.6" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100%
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life Anti-reflective, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
CPU Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8850H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB 9 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM246
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB eMMC 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 605 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 14.9 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A 135 Watt, 20 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Education Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - 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 - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 0.586 W/kg (body), 0.586 W/kg (limb) 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Other Comparisons with ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD004RA)
Other Comparisons with Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Other Popular Laptop Comparisons
Other projects: