ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8). 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 Duo 14 (UX482EG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

compact and lightweight

powerful intel processor

high-resolution main display

touchscreen functionality

premium price tag

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display resolution

efficient performance

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 22.2 cm x 1.73 cm 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm
Weight 1.57 kg 966.5 g
Case Material Aluminum Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom)
Colour Celestial blue Black paint
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2160 x 1350 (2K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 450 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Pantone Validated Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 5200 MHz
Rated Speed - 5200 MHz
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
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)
SSD Cache 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce MX450 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Windows Hello, IR/RGB camera Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Four speakers, four microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - WWAN upgradable
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 67 Wh 49.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
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 Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Type Keyboard, ScreenPad Plus Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Interfaces 2 x Thunderbolt 4
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), McAfee, MyASUS Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Included Accessories Stylus, sleeve, USB-C power adapter USB-C slim 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 - Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, Firmware Resiliency 2.0, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810H RoHS, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
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 - 3 years - on-site
Model Number HY089T -
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