Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) vs. ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) and ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

solid performance

adequate port selection

average display brightness

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

adequate performance

average display resolution

limited graphics power

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB-C ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) and ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) vs. ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.993 cm 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 2.04 cm
Weight 1.76 kg 1.3 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) -
Colour Thunder black Slate grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, Narrow Border Display, 82% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 8 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 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 2 1
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 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 -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X)
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)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 3 (21C4) ASUS ExpertBook P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter, USB-A to RJ45 gigabit ethernet adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password System password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
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
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