Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA). 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 E595 (20NF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

comfortable keyboard

affordable price

decent processor performance

solid port selection

average battery life

dim display

heavier design

no thunderbolt support

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

lightweight design

solid state drive included

decent battery life

full hd display

average cpu performance

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
76 % - Design
65 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.9 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 48.1 cm x 28.8 cm x 6.5 cm / 3.16 kg
Weight 2.1 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Black Indie black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - 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 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 83% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 7505 / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB
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 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speaker, microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822BE - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek R8111GUS -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.3 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Slots - 1 x Serial ATA (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included - MyASUS, GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E595 (20NF) ASUS VivoBook 15 (X1500EA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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 Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.436 W/kg (body), 0.436 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - EJ2670W
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