Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

solid build quality

responsive keyboard

affordable price

adequate performance

decent battery life

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

modest storage capacity

ASUS X515EA (BQ959W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515EA (BQ959W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

lightweight design

solid state drive included

decent battery life

full hd display

average processor speed

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer usb ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) and ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ959W) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.6 cm x 23 cm x 1.79 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum Plastic
Colour Mineral grey Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom)
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - 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 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, IPS-level, 83% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G4 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
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 SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Plus Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Interfaces USB 2.0 (hidden)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Spanish Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IIL (20SL) ASUS X515EA (BQ959W)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution
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, RapidCharge -
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
Repairability Index - 6.2 (out of 10)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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