ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) and Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN). 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 S UX391FA (EA062T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-slim design

vibrant full-HD display

solid state drive performance

lightweight portability

efficient power consumption

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

average audio quality

higher price point

Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good battery life

affordable price

average display quality

modest graphics power

limited port selection

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) and Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
87 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.1 cm x 21.3 cm x 1.29 cm 35.61 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.985 cm
Weight 1.05 kg 1.81 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Deep dive blue Graphite black
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 16" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 350 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 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 - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Synaptic CX11880
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Input: Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
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 S UX391FA (EA062T) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, stylus Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, Windows Hello Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery/data/video)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery/data/video)
HDMI (on expansion base)
USB-C (on expansion base)
USB 3.0 (on expansion base)
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook S UX391FA (EA062T) Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JN)
Included Accessories Stylus, sleeve, mini dock, USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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