ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) and Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN). 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 15 (UX534FAC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

innovative screenpad feature

high-resolution display

solid build quality

fast ssd storage

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited port selection

moderate graphics performance

Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good battery life

affordable price

average display quality

modest graphics power

limited port selection

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) and Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
82 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 20 cm x 1.89 cm 35.61 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.985 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.81 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Royal blue Graphite black
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
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, 92% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10510U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.9 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
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 Speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Synaptic CX11880
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Input: Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 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 - Intel I219-V
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Technology 8-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 71 Wh 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Input (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Type Keyboard, ScreenPad 2.0 Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
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 2.1 (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 15 (UX534FAC) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Included Accessories Power adapter, sleeve USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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 - Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number A8148T -
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