ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)

Our Rating: 75 %

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) and Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8). 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 ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

fast ssd storage

powerful amd processor

long battery life

comfortable keyboard

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

average display brightness

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

adequate performance level

reliable security features

mediocre display quality

heavy and bulky

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) and Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 21 cm x 1.43 cm 37.65 cm x 25.45 cm x 2.295 cm
Weight 1.22 kg 2.03 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Pine grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 4500U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - Toshiba
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 67 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone output (on supplied adapter)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
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 DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included McAfee, MyASUS -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM425IA) Lenovo ThinkPad L590 (20Q8)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, sleeve, USB to Ethernet adapter, USB-C to audio jack adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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 MIL-STD 810G RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Model Number AM080R -
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