Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) vs. ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)

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Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA). 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 E14 Gen 5 (21JK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good battery life

affordable price

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

modest storage options

ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

good connectivity options

mediocre display resolution

limited storage capacity

average processor performance

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
74 % - Design
63 % - Display
62 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) vs. ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.3 cm x 21.93 cm x 1.799 cm 36.03 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.53 kg 1.63 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Plastic
Colour Graphite black Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 84% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 7520U / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 4 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 610M
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid IR camera Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, array microphone
Codec Synaptic CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by DTS; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home Plus in S mode
Software Included Intel Connectivity Performance Suite MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 (21JK) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), TCO Certified 9.0 RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland, Energy Star 8.0
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - NJ649W
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