Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) and ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good battery life

decent processor performance

affordable price

average display quality

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

mediocre speaker output

ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid state drive

full hd display

ample connectivity options

average battery life

modest graphics performance

limited upgradeability

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) and ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
70 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm 35.97 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Mineral grey Quiet blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6"
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 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 82% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 4800H / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X3 -
Audio Features Output: Harman audio technology Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
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 ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) MyASUS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (20RR) ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge System password, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 UL 1459, FCC Part 15 Class B, EU RoHS, EU REACH
SAR Value 0.568 W/kg (body), 0.568 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number - BQ140W
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