Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) and ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA). 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 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 ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

compact lightweight design

responsive touchpad

solid build quality

fast charging support

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) and ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.75 cm x 22.44 cm x 1.681 cm 31.12 cm x 22.12 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy, carbon fibre hybrid Aluminum
Colour Villi black Pine grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" OLED
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2880 x 1800 (WQXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 550 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle Glossy, Pantone Validated, HDR 500 True Black, 0.2 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz -
Rated Speed 4266 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
SSD Cache - 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA)
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) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller Quectel EM120R-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 23.6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 100 Watt, 20 V, 5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, ScreenPad 2.0
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, FHD+ (2160 x 1080) IPS-level display
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA)
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)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 2 (20WN) ASUS ZenBook 14X OLED (UX5400EA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Stylus, USB-C 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password System password, ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
Repairability Index - 6.8 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes 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% -
Model Number - KN232W
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