ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) and Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH). 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 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 T16 Gen 2 (21HH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

heavier than competitors

modest display brightness

limited graphics power

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) and Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
82 % - Design
78 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
78 % - Display
84 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 19.9 cm x 1.69 cm 36.19 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.05 cm
Weight 1.15 kg 1.67 kg
Case Material Aluminum Carbon fibre hybrid (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour Light grey Thunder black
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" - 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 T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 4700U / 2 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 5200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce MX350 / AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
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 - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
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 T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
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 T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
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 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UM433IQ) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
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, smart card 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, 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
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 - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
Model Number A5044T -
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