Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) vs. ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) and ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X). 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 E485 (20KU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

comfortable keyboard design

affordable price point

decent processor performance

good port selection

average battery life

dim display brightness

no thunderbolt support

modest graphics capability

ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

efficient multitasking

adequate connectivity options

compact design

average display quality

modest battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) and ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) vs. ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 24.2 cm x 2.19 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Black Slate grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
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 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, IPS-level, 83% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 2500U / 2 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, microphone
Codec CX11852 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek R8111GUS -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.37 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X)
Slots - 1 x Serial ATA (1 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro
Software Included - McAfee LiveSafe, MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E485 (20KU) ASUS P1511CEA (EJI5X)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter, USB-A to RJ45 gigabit ethernet adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution
Security Slot Type Kensington 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, RapidCharge System password, anti-shock hard drive
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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