ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

sharp full-hd display

fast ssd storage

excellent battery life

competitive price point

limited graphics performance

no touchscreen option

fewer connectivity ports

average speaker quality

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) Review

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

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

high-resolution display

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
78 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.23 cm x 1.35 cm 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.87 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Quartz grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 15.6" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3200 x 1800 (QHD+) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100%
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-reflective, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
CPU Intel Core i7 (7th Gen) 7500U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8850H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB 9 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM246
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Ethernet -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours Up to 14.9 hours
Battery Run Time Web browsing: up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V 135 Watt, 20 V
INPUT ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Micro-HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
LAN (on supplied cable)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS Zenbook UX330UA (FB308R) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MG)
Included Accessories Power adapter, USB 3.0 to Ethernet 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 Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards UL, TUV, BSMI, CCC, FCC RoHS
SAR Value - 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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