Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) vs. ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)

Our Rating: 85 %

ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) and ASUS BR1100C (C1XA). 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 T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) 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

modest display brightness

limited graphics power

higher price point

ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable design

affordable price

robust parental controls

touchscreen functionality

good battery life

average performance

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) and ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
76 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) vs. ASUS BR1100C (C1XA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm 29.46 cm x 20.49 cm x 2 cm
Weight 1.55 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide, Talc15 Plastic
Colour Black Dark grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 11.6"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, Eye-Care Technology, 63% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 16 MB 4 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 128 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852AE -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111H-CG -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 2.0
HDMI 1.4
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro Education
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS BR1100C (C1XA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password System password, LED indicator, tamper-resistant, rubber bumper, MIL-STD-810H tested, splash protection, Computrace ready from BIOS, ASUS Antibacterial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
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 - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 3Y
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