Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) vs. ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) and ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA). 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 S 14 OLED (K3402ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vivid oled display

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good processor performance

competitive price

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) and ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA)
82 % - Design
78 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
83 % - Design
88 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) vs. ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.27 cm 31.64 cm x 22.45 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 2.226 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) -
Colour Black Neutral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" OLED
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 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimming Glossy, NanoEdge display, Pantone Validated, 84% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, HDR 600 True Black
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 12-core
Cache 24 MB 18 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (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 SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA)
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 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
RAID Level RAID 0, RAID 1 -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, 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 Premium, Dolby Voice -
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp; Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA)
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 -
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 S 14 OLED (K3402ZA)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 68 Wh 70 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 90 Watt, 20 V, 4.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad 2.0
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA)
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
USB 2.0
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 (21DA) ASUS Vivobook S 14 OLED (K3402ZA)
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 S 14 OLED (K3402ZA)
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, ASUS IceCool design, ASUS Antibacterial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Eye Care Display 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 - KM044W
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