Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA). 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 E15 Gen 2 (20T8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

solid cpu performance

good keyboard feel

adequate port selection

competitive pricing

average display quality

modest battery life

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive battery life

lightweight design

affordable price point

sharp display quality

fast charging support

moderate storage capacity

average speaker quality

no dedicated GPU

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.5 cm x 24 cm x 1.89 cm 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Black Silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 4500U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) 1220P / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822CE - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111GUS -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.7 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 19 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 2 (20T8) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
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 security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), Energy Star 8.0
SAR Value 0.438 W/kg (body), 0.438 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
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 - MB157W
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