Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA). 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.

Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

rugged design

compact and lightweight

decent battery life

efficient for basic tasks

limited storage capacity

low-resolution display

modest performance

fewer connectivity options

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

intuitive interface

average battery life

moderate performance

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics power

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 1.99 cm 40.69 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Black Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
CPU Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Interfaces USB-C 3.0 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro National Academic Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - ASUS Live Update, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), ASUS GiftBox
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 100e (2nd Gen) (81M8) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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 Administrator password, power-on password ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.08 W/kg (body), 0.08 W/kg (limb) 0.297 W/kg (body), 0.297 W/kg (limb)
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - AU358T
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