Lenovo 14w (81MQ) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo 14w (81MQ) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA). 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 14w (81MQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 14w (81MQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

robust build quality

compact and portable

decent battery life

includes windows 10 pro

modest processor performance

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

average display resolution

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent battery life

solid build quality

fast boot times

average display quality

limited upgrade options

modest graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo 14w (81MQ) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
69 % - Design
65 % - Display
45 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
70 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 14w (81MQ) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 14w (81MQ) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.8 cm x 22.5 cm x 1.77 cm 32.49 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.54 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Mineral grey | Black Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo 14w (81MQ) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 82% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo 14w (81MQ) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
CPU AMD A6 9220C / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache L2 - 1 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo 14w (81MQ) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 1666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo 14w (81MQ) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 14w (81MQ) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R5 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Fixed focus Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Speaker, array microphone
Codec DA7219 -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 14w (81MQ) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Qualcomm QCA6174A - M.2 Card -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo 14w (81MQ) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 14w (81MQ) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo 14w (81MQ) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, anti-pry key caps Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 14w (81MQ) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Slots - 1 x PCI Express 4.0 x4 / M.2 2280 (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 1.4
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo 14w (81MQ) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 14w (81MQ) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1404VA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Cortana support, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, REACH, ISO 22196, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, ISO 21702
SAR Value 0.38 W/kg (body), 0.38 W/kg (limb) -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Max Operating Temperature - 49 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -37 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 95% RH
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - EB076W
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