Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) and ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA). 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 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 ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive battery life

lightweight and portable

vibrant display quality

fast processing speeds

solid build quality

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated GPU

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) and ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
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85 % - Performance
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85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA)
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 31.36 cm x 22.06 cm x 1.69 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 41 cm x 28.4 cm x 7.5 cm / 3.67 g
Weight 1.21 kg 1.39 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom) Aluminum
Colour Thunder black Ponder blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 550 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, NanoEdge display, Pantone Validated, HDR 500 True Black, 90% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, VESA DisplayHDR
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1340P / 1.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 12-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, Performance - Kioxia 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA)
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 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 39.3 Wh 75 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad 2.0
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 ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA)
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
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA)
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 - MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CG) ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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, compatible with stylus, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Eye Care Display Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Model Number - KN114W
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