Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)

Our Rating: 85 %

ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) and ASUS X515EA (BQ943W). 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 T14s Gen 2 (20WN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

strong security features

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

ASUS X515EA (BQ943W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515EA (BQ943W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

lightweight design

fast SSD storage

decent processor performance

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

mediocre battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) and ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
73 % - Design
63 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ943W) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.75 cm x 22.44 cm x 1.681 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre hybrid -
Colour Villi black Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology 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 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 178° viewing angle, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 8 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz -
Rated Speed 4266 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Single stream (1x1)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller Quectel EM120R-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 23.6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Input AC 100-240 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 2 (20WN) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
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
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - McAfee LiveSafe
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C 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 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 -
Compliant Standards RoHS -
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% -
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