Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)

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Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA). 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 E15 Gen 4 (21ED) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good security features

affordable price

average display quality

limited graphics power

moderate battery life

noisy under load

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.5 cm x 24 cm x 1.89 cm 39.93 cm x 25.43 cm x 2.1 cm
Weight 1.78 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom) -
Colour Black Icelight silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, Narrow Border Display, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 12-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 40 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 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features Harman-branded Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111H-CG -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Slots 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E15 Gen 4 (21ED) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
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 security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password System password, MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Antibacterial Guard, IceBlades fan
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) RoHS, REACH
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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Model Number - AU043W
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