ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF). 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 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 X13 Gen 1 (20UF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

compact and portable

reliable performance

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.99 cm 31.19 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.29 kg
Case Material Metal Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Celestial blue Black
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13.3" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, WideView, NanoEdge display, Narrow Border Display, Pantone Validated Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10510U / 1.8 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 4650U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.9 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF)
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 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello 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 X13 Gen 1 (20UF)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - WWAN upgradable
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 70 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13.9 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF)
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 UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF)
Type Keyboard, stylus, ScreenPad Plus Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features 12.6" touch display Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF)
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 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 1 (20UF)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Stylus, power adapter, sleeve USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
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, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS, TCG Certified
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
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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