Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA). 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.

ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

affordable price point

fast SSD storage

decent processor performance

stylish design

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

basic display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 32.2 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Polyphenylene sulfide Plastic
Colour Black Black (bottom), coral crush
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
CPU AMD A12 PRO-8830B / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L2 - 2 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R7 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3268 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111EPV -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 24 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.26 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Operating System (OS) Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 10 Pro 64-bit) + Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Licence Windows 10 Home
Software Included - ASUS Splendid, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), MyASUS, Tru2Life
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A475 (20KM) ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, backpack
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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, MIL-STD-810G tested System password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number - EK1183T
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