ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) and Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR). 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 ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

powerful amd processor

full hd nanoedge display

comfortable backlit keyboard

decent battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited port selection

average sound quality

reflective screen surface

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good security features

affordable price

average display quality

modest battery life

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) and Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR)
82 % - Design
78 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 19.9 cm x 1.69 cm 31.3 cm x 21.93 cm x 1.799 cm
Weight 1.15 kg 1.43 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Light grey Graphite black
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 4700U / 2 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 7530U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache - L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce MX350 / AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Synaptic CX11880
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology Input: Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111H-CG
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, glass touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JR)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip 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 MIL-STD-810G tested, ErgoLift Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 0.233 W/kg (body), 0.233 W/kg (limb) -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
Model Number A5044T -
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