Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA). 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 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 (X712FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

intuitive interface

average battery life

moderate performance

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics power

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 40.69 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm
Weight 1.85 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide -
Colour Black Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
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 ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 2700U / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.8 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 10 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
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 (X712FA)
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 (X712FA)
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 (X712FA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
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 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - ASUS Live Update, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), ASUS GiftBox
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad A485 (20MV) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA)
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, fingerprint reader
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 ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value - 0.297 W/kg (body), 0.297 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number - AU358T
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