ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

excellent battery life

fast ssd storage

comfortable keyboard

sharp display

average sound quality

no dedicated gpu

fewer port options

limited upgradeability

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high-resolution display

solid build quality

good thermal management

decent battery life

heavier than competitors

limited port selection

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 20.8 cm x 1.39 cm 35.46 cm x 25.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.17 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Pine grey Dual tone storm grey
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, WideView, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, Delta E<2 calibration, Eyesafe technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision, Smart sense panel, ±89° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 6 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed - 5200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - 3D Xpoint (Optane) - Intel 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 512 GB SSD - (M.2) - PCIe NVM Express (NVMe) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Advanced Optimus, Dynamic Boost 2.0, Direct X 12 Ultimate, NVIDIA DLSS 3
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306-CG
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amp Output: harman/kardon stereo speakers, Smart Amplifier (AMP); Input: noise-cancellation technology
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 67 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life Up to 22 hours Up to 18 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 18 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 230 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad, smart sense keyboard backlight, SMB Service hot key
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack (on supplied cable)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (8K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included ASUS Splendid, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), MyASUS, System Diagnosis, Battery Health Charging, AppDeals Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425JA) Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G4 IRH (21J8)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, USB-C to audio jack adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware 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, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS, LA2-Q AI performance chip
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), TCO Certified 9.0, Low-VOC
SAR Value 0.228 W/kg (body), 0.228 W/kg (limb) -
Carbon Footprint - 402 kg carbon emissions (EU)
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number BM191T -
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