Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) vs. ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) and ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF). 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 E16 Gen 1 (21JT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

reliable performance

affordable price

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

lightweight and portable

vivid oled display

fast ssd storage

competitive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

standard design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) and ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
80 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) vs. ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.61 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.985 cm 31.71 cm x 22.25 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.81 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminum
Colour Graphite black Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Glossy
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 7530U / 2 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12450H / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 40 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 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
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 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Codec Synaptic CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Input: Dolby Voice Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
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 Realtek RTL8111H-CG -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, ScreenXpert, GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 1 (21JT) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter, wired mouse, Carry bag
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 ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0 RoHS, REACH
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 - response time: next business day
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Model Number - LY134W
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