Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF). 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 720S-14IKBR (81BD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

sharp full HD display

solid overall performance

fast SSD storage

decent battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

average sound quality

pricier than competitors

ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

lightweight design

fast SSD storage

powerful processor performance

good thermal management

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
70 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.07 cm x 22.28 cm x 1.59 cm 35.86 cm x 24.91 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.55 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminum, plastic
Colour Silver Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12450H
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce MX150 / Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 VRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Fixed focus Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features Output: JBL Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 55 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 120 Watt, 20 V, 6 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Interfaces USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1/Thunderbolt 3/DisplayPort 1.2a (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo App Explorer McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 720S-14IKBR (81BD) ASUS VivoBook 16X (K3605ZF)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, power-on password ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - N1009W
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