Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) vs. ASUS X415JA (EK006T)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0)

Our Rating: 85 %

ASUS X415JA (EK006T)
ASUS X415JA (EK006T)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) and ASUS X415JA (EK006T). 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 T14s Gen 1 (20T0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

good security features

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

ASUS X415JA (EK006T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X415JA (EK006T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

compact and lightweight

solid build quality

adequate performance

good keyboard feel

average battery life

modest display quality

limited graphics power

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) and ASUS X415JA (EK006T)
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) vs. ASUS X415JA (EK006T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) ASUS X415JA (EK006T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.88 cm x 22.58 cm x 1.61 cm 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 2 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Plastic
Colour Black Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) ASUS X415JA (EK006T)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) ASUS X415JA (EK006T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) ASUS X415JA (EK006T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) ASUS X415JA (EK006T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) ASUS X415JA (EK006T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speaker, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) ASUS X415JA (EK006T)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) ASUS X415JA (EK006T)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 21 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) ASUS X415JA (EK006T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) ASUS X415JA (EK006T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) ASUS X415JA (EK006T)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) ASUS X415JA (EK006T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 1 (20T0) ASUS X415JA (EK006T)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge System password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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