ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3). 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 UX393EA (HK001R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 3.3k display

compact, lightweight design

fast intel core performance

impressive battery life

innovative numberpad touchpad

limited port selection

high price point

no dedicated graphics

can get quite hot

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

powerful processor options

good battery life

impressive security features

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited color options

pricey base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
83 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
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83 % - Design
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.6 cm x 22.4 cm x 1.57 cm 31.77 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.25 kg 1.39 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre hybrid (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour Jade black Thunder black
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Screen Size (Type) 13.9" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 3300 x 2200 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 133% sRGB, 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Features Glare, WideView, NanoEdge display, Pantone Validated Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 7540U / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5X SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 740M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features 3D camera, Windows Hello, IR/RGB camera Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
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 Amp Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - MediaTek RZ616
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 67 Wh 52.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad 2.0 Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone output (on supplied cable)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial) Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Included Accessories Sleeve, USB-C power adapter, USB-C to audio jack adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810H tested Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards TÜV Rheinland Certified Eye-Care RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, 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 - 2 years Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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