ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480s

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) and Lenovo ThinkPad T480s. 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 S15 (S531FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large screen size

decent battery life

ample storage capacity

includes essential ports

mediocre display quality

heavy build

average processor

limited graphics performance

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s 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

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) and Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.72 cm x 23.03 cm x 1.8 cm -
Weight 1.8 kg -
Colour Gun metal -
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display -
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen)
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core -
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
RAM 8 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Camera Features IR camera -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Wi-Fi
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Technology 3-cell -
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh -
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A -
INPUT ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T480s
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features ErgoLift -
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887
SAR Value 0.584 W/kg (body), 0.584 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - replacement - 1 year
Model Number EJ037T -
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