Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA). 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 IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

adequate processor performance

simple design

decent keyboard layout

lightweight build

low-resolution display

limited storage capacity

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid performance

fast charging support

decent speaker quality

average battery life

mediocre display

limited upgradeability

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.56 cm x 25.34 cm x 2.27 cm 35.97 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Black Icelight silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (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 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 82% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
CPU AMD A4 9125 / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 1 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 1866 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R3 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Lenovo Companion, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo App Explorer, Lenovo Vantage -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1502ZA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Antibacterial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 15AST 81H5 BQ556W
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