Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) vs. ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV)
Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) and ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA). 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.

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large screen size

decent battery life

ample storage capacity

includes essential ports

mediocre display quality

heavy build

average processor

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) and ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) vs. ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.39 cm 35.72 cm x 23.03 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.87 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Black Gun metal
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (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 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (6th Gen) 6100U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3268 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 23 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7.24 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 20 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L470 (20JV) ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested ErgoLift
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value - 0.584 W/kg (body), 0.584 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Model Number - EJ037T
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