ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ). 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 Flip 14 (UM462DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 360-degree hinge

responsive touch screen

lightweight and portable

solid build quality

fast ssd storage

average battery life

dim display brightness

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

versatile 2-in-1 design

impressive battery life

superb keyboard experience

high-resolution display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

moderate storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
81 % - Design
78 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.2 cm x 21 cm x 1.89 cm 31.44 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.553 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Light grey Storm grey
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Privacy Technology - ThinkPad Privacy Guard
Features 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, One Glass Solution
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, fixed focus, Discrete IR, MIPI, Computer Vision
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 NFC, Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L860-GL-16 - M.2 Card
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours -
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI (4K support)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 (UM462DA) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 8 (21HQ)
Included Accessories Power adapter Lenovo Integrated Pen, USB-C slim power adapter
Security - 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 Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe 2.0 Display
SAR Value 0.518 W/kg (body), 0.518 W/kg (limb) -
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 - response time: next business day
Model Number AI037T -
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