Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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 BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable design

affordable price

robust parental controls

touchscreen functionality

includes stylus pen

average battery life

modest performance

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) and ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
65 % - Display
52 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) vs. ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
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 -
Colour Black Dark grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - IPS 11.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
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, 63% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
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 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
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 BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
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
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
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 BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
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 BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
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, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
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 BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Slots - 1 x M.2 2280 (1 free)
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 BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (20MX) ASUS BR1100CKA (GJ0423RA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C 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 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 LED indicator, scratch-resistant, tamper-resistant, rubber bumper, MIL-STD-810H tested, splash protection, ASUS Antibacterial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS ISO 22196, TCO Certified 9.0, Energy Star 8.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Model Number - 3Y
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