Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) vs. ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust security features

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

fast processor performance

limited graphics capabilities

higher price point

no OLED option

fewer color choices

ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

solid build quality

good connectivity options

mediocre display resolution

limited storage capacity

average processor performance

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
74 % - Design
63 % - Display
62 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) vs. ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.75 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.66 cm 36.03 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.23 kg 1.63 kg
Case Material Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre hybrid (top) Plastic
Colour Thunder black Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 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, 84% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 7520U / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 4 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 660M AMD Radeon 610M
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Stereo speakers, 360° quad array microphone Dual speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by DTS; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
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 - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home Plus in S mode
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 3 (21CR) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 (E1504FA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
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, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland, Energy Star 8.0
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 - NJ649W
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