ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact and lightweight

touchscreen versatility

360-degree hinge

solid build quality

mediocre battery life

limited storage capacity

average performance

no backlit keyboard

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

versatile 2-in-1 design

impressive battery life

superb keyboard experience

high-resolution display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

moderate storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
83 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.74 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.54 cm 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Light grey Storm grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Privacy Technology - ThinkPad Privacy Guard
Features - Anti-glare, One Glass Solution
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
CPU Intel Pentium Silver N5030 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Burst Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 605 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus, Discrete IR, MIPI, Computer Vision
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L860-GL-16 - M.2 Card
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Technology 2-cell Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 39 Wh 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
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 Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Interfaces Micro-USB 2.0
Micro-HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI (4K support)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP401MA (BZ310R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Included Accessories Stylus, power adapter Lenovo Integrated Pen, USB-C slim power adapter
Security - Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password, ASUS SuperBatt Technology, ASUS Battery Health charging technology Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe 2.0 Display
SAR Value 0.596 W/kg (body), 0.596 W/kg (limb) -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
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