Lenovo ThinkPad L520 vs. ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L520 and ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T). 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 L520 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L520 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

solid performance

reliable security features

heavier than competitors

dated design

average display quality

limited graphics performance

ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor speed

ample connectivity options

full hd display

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics card

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad L520 and ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
75 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L520 vs. ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L520 ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38 cm x 24.7 cm x 3.6 cm 38.14 cm x 25.15 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 1.9 kg
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L520 ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Support 16.7 million colours -
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L520 ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (2nd Gen) 2520M / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i3 (5th Gen) 5005U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.2 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L520 ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
RAM 4 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR3 SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed - 1600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L520 ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 320 GB HDD 1 TB HDD
Optical Drive DVD-Writer -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L520 ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 3000 Intel HD Graphics 5500
Memory Allocation Technology Dynamic Video Memory Technology -
Camera Yes Yes - VGA
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC269Q -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L520 ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0 802.11b/g/n
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet
WWAN
Generation 3G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L520 ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) - 33 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L520 ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L520 ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L520 ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Slots 1 x ExpressCard/54 (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB 2.0
PoweredUSB 2.0
USB 2.0/eSATA
VGA
DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
VGA
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 3 in 1 (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L520 ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L520 ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - System password, hard drive password
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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