ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)

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Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) and Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS). 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 S14 (S431FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

vivid full hd display

fast ssd storage

efficient intel processor

reasonable price point

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

mediocre sound quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) and Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.33 cm x 21.37 cm x 1.8 cm 36.9 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.995 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 2.1 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Transparent silver Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 178° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - CX11852
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek R8111GUS
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.23 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Lenovo Companion, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), PC Manager
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S14 (S431FA) Lenovo ThinkPad E580 (20KS)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip 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, ErgoLift Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 0.6 W/kg (body), 0.6 W/kg (limb) 0.579 W/kg (body), 0.579 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number AM016T -
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