Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) vs. ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) and ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC). 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 T15p Gen 3 (21DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

comfortable keyboard design

ample connectivity options

efficient thermal management

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited display brightness

premium price point

ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution OLED display

powerful Intel i7 processor

ample 16GB RAM

fast 512GB SSD storage

robust aluminum body

heavier than competitors

no SD card slot

average battery life

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) and ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
82 % - Design
78 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) vs. ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.27 cm 35.53 cm x 25.2 cm x 2 cm
Weight 2.226 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) -
Colour Black Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB, 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimming Anti-glare, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, 87% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12650H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 10-core
Cache 24 MB 24 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Value 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
RAID Level RAID 0, RAID 1 -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - MUX Switch
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, World Facing Camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Voice Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 68 Wh 70 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery)
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
LAN (RJ-45)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook Pro 16 (K6602ZC)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington 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, MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS IceCool Plus, ASUS Antibacterial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Low Blue Light 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% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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Model Number - N1107W
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