ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

compact and lightweight

powerful performance setup

touchscreen functionality

solid build quality

premium price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processors

robust build quality

excellent 4k display

advanced security features

wide connectivity options

high price point

heavier than competitors

average battery life

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
82 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.99 cm 35.95 cm x 25.38 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top)
Colour Celestial blue Black paint
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life, NanoEdge display, Pantone Validated Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Blue Light technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10510U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.9 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 8 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce MX250 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 4 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Voice
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Bang & Olufsen Audio, Smart Amplification technology -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax NFC, 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)
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 70 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 170 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Type Keyboard, stylus, ScreenPad Plus Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 12.6" touch display Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - German
Software Included ASUS Splendid, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), McAfee, MyASUS, System Diagnosis, Battery Health Charging, AppDeals, Tru2Life Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (HJ080R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Included Accessories Stylus, power adapter, sleeve, stand 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 MIL-STD-810G tested, ErgoLift Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Method 2
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 9
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
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