Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and ASUS BR1100C (C1XA). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

compact and portable

strong security features

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

dim display brightness

ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable design

affordable price

robust parental controls

touchscreen functionality

good battery life

average performance

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
76 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.74 cm 29.46 cm x 20.49 cm x 2 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Plastic
Colour Black Dark grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - IPS 11.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Eye-Care Technology, 63% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 2500U / 2 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L2 - 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 128 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.55 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
LAN (on supplied cable)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 2.0
HDMI 1.4
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro Education
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested System password, LED indicator, tamper-resistant, rubber bumper, MIL-STD-810H tested, splash protection, Computrace ready from BIOS, ASUS Antibacterial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 3Y
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