Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. ASUS 15 (X509FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and ASUS 15 (X509FA). 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-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Review

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

slim lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good battery life

affordable price point

decent display quality

average cpu performance

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre speaker quality

ASUS 15 (X509FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 15 (X509FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate performance

decent battery life

average display quality

limited graphics power

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and ASUS 15 (X509FA)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. ASUS 15 (X509FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS 15 (X509FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Mineral grey Slate grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS 15 (X509FA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight 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
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS 15 (X509FA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS 15 (X509FA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 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 -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS 15 (X509FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD PCIe 3.0 x2
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS 15 (X509FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X3 -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS 15 (X509FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS 15 (X509FA)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS 15 (X509FA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS 15 (X509FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS 15 (X509FA)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS 15 (X509FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) McAfee (12 months subscription), MyASUS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS 15 (X509FA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password -
Compliant Standards RoHS, FIDO Certified UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, GOST-R
SAR Value - 0.13 W/kg (body), 0.13 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number IWL 20R9 EJ079T
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