ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV). 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 Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

powerful graphics performance

high-resolution main display

fast storage solutions

effective cooling system

heavy and bulky

short battery life

expensive price point

limited port selection

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard comfort

high-resolution display

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

short battery life

high price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 24.6 cm x 2.4 cm 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm
Weight 2.5 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Celestial blue -
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" OLED 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 97% DCI-P3 -
Features Glare, WideView, NanoEdge display, Narrow Border Display, 178° viewing angle -
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
CPU Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9980HK / 2.4 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz -
Number of Cores 8-core -
Cache 16 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel CM246
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) 0 GB
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 2
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 -
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
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
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Technology 8-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 71 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 135 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Type Keyboard, stylus, NumberPad, ScreenPad Plus Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features 14" 4K UHD (3840 x 1100) touch display Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV (H2001R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Included Accessories Stylus, power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 0.472 W/kg (body), 0.472 W/kg (limb) 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
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