Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA). 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 ThinkPad A485 (20MV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

reliable security features

solid processor performance

good value proposition

mediocre battery life

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large screen size

affordable price point

comfortable keyboard layout

decent processor performance

solid build quality

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre graphics capability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 40.6 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm
Weight 1.85 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide Plastic
Colour Black Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
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
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700U / 2.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.8 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 10 AMD Radeon Vega 8
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 Premium -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
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 RTL8111GUL -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) - 32 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.4 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x 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, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter, carrying case
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, MIL-STD-810G tested System password, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value - 0.297 W/kg (body), 0.297 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index - 6.3 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number - AU078T
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