Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA). 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 S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

limited graphics capability

modest battery life

no backlit keyboard

ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

large 16-inch display

solid processor performance

decent battery life

average build quality

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
74 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm 35.84 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Plastic
Colour Granite black IMR Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 5800H
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 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 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-14IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) ASUS VivoBook 16X (M1603QA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 14IWL 81MU MB156W
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