ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)

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Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)
Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2). 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 ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good security features

decent battery life

affordable price point

mediocre display quality

average CPU performance

limited graphics capability

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
71 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.99 cm 33.1 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.04 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.61 kg
Case Material Metal Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Celestial blue Black
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45%
Features Anti-glare, WideView, NanoEdge display, Narrow Border Display, Pantone Validated Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10510U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.9 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE Advanced
Controller - FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 70 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.3 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)
Type Keyboard, stylus, ScreenPad Plus Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features 12.6" touch display Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 1 (20U2)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Stylus, power adapter, sleeve USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ErgoLift Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS
SAR Value 0.529 W/kg (body), 0.529 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
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