Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA). 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 VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

ample storage options

decent build quality

comprehensive connectivity

average battery life

mediocre graphics performance

dim display brightness

slow processor speed

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm 40.69 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Aluminum Plastic
Colour Mineral grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 17.3"
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 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
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 2666 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 ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X3 -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
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 VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
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 VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
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
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IWL (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712JA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards RoHS, FIDO Certified -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number IWL 20R9 AU332T
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