Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) and ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient ryzen performance

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard layout

reasonable price point

adequate battery life

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

average graphics card

ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

lightweight and portable

powerful intel processor

fast ssd storage

high build quality

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated gpu

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) and ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
92 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.157 cm x 21.159 cm x 1.79 cm 31.12 cm x 22.11 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.39 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Graphite grey | Platinum grey Zero-G Titanium
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 14" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 550 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Anti-glare ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, ASUS EyeCare Technology, Pantone Validated, HDR 500 True Black, 0.2 ms response rate, 92% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 4300U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 44.5 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 100 Watt, 20 V, 5 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad 2.0
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 5 14ARE05 (81YM) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5401ZAS)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) and firmware (TPM), fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge ASUS IceCool design, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
SAR Value 1.27 W/kg (body), 1.27 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - KN110W
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