ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145). 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 UX481FA (BM020R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

compact and lightweight

solid battery life

comfortable keyboard layout

good processor performance

limited graphics capabilities

no thunderbolt support

secondary screen usability issues

higher price point

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

adequate connectivity options

solid build quality

simple user interface

mediocre battery life

average display quality

limited graphics performance

slower HDD storage

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.99 cm 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.85 kg
Case Material Metal Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Celestial blue Granite black IMR
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, WideView, NanoEdge display, Narrow Border Display, Pantone Validated Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10510U / 1.8 GHz AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.9 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon R5
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 70 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 4 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 45 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Type Keyboard, stylus, ScreenPad Plus Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features 12.6" touch display Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Included Accessories Stylus, power adapter, sleeve Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features ErgoLift Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.529 W/kg (body), 0.529 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 15AST 81N3
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