ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4). 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 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 Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high-resolution oled display

solid build quality

good battery life

efficient thermal management

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
89 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 22.2 cm x 1.73 cm 35.44 cm x 23.74 cm x 1.58 cm
Weight 1.57 kg 1.94 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Celestial blue Black (bottom), arctic grey (top)
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" OLED
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Pantone Validated Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, Low Blue Light technology, Dolby Vision, 92.3% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 Pro 6950H / 3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
SSD Cache 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce MX450 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon RX 6500M / AMD Radeon 680M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Windows Hello, IR/RGB camera IR camera, Windows Hello, e-camera shutter
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4)
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 - Qualcomm NFA725A
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - Quectel EM05-G - M.2 Card
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 67 Wh 72 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 135 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4)
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 Z16 Gen 1 (21D4)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x Thunderbolt 4
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
3 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), McAfee, MyASUS Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 (UX482EG) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4)
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 with Microsoft Pluton, 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, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, pen upgradable, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810H RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, 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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