Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

powerful processor options

good security features

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

noisy under load

expensive base model

ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

vivid oled display

solid build quality

ample storage options

efficient thermal management

heavier than competitors

average battery life

no sd card slot

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) and ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) vs. ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.77 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.79 cm 35.53 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.21 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom) Aluminum, plastic
Colour Thunder black Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Pantone Validated, IPS-level, 87% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 24 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 24 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, Performance - Kioxia 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design, MUX Switch, NVIDIA DLSS 3, NVIDIA Studio
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology, ASUS AiSense Camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Harman audio technology, Smart Amp, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 39.3 Wh 70 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV)
Slots - 2 x PCI Express 4.0 x4 / M.2 2280 (1 free)
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
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home
Software Included - McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), MyASUS, ScreenXpert, NVIDIA Studio drivers, ProArt Creator Hub, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602VV)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Power 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 -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, certificate based BIOS authentication MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS IceCool Plus, Cortana support, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH, ISO 22196, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 49 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -37 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 95% RH
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