Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) vs. ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)

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In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) and ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF). 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 T14 Gen 2 (20W0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive security features

good battery life

solid performance

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

noisy under load

limited color options

ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

lightweight and portable

vivid oled display

fast ssd storage

competitive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

standard design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) and ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
80 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) vs. ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm 31.71 cm x 22.25 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.53 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide, Talc15 Aluminum
Colour Black Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Glossy
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12450H / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 40 GB 16 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 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, ScreenXpert, GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20W0) ASUS Vivobook 14X (K3405ZF)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter, wired mouse, Carry bag
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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Model Number - LY134W
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