Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) vs. ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA). 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 T16 Gen 1 (21BV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard

good battery life

reliable performance

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited color options

higher price point

ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vivid oled display

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

solid build quality

modest performance

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) vs. ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.19 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.05 cm 36.03 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.63 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom) Plastic
Colour Thunder black Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 15.6" OLED
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 600 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Glossy, HDR 500 True Black, 84% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, VESA DisplayHDR, Delta E≤2 colour accuracy
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i3 N305 / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 3.8 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 8-core
Cache 12 MB 6 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD - UFS 2.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speaker, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice -
Audio Features - Output: Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise reduction
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 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 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes 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 T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Slots - 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x2 / M.2 2280 (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
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 in S mode
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Included Accessories USB-C 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
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, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication MIL-STD-810H tested, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 49 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -37 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 95% RH
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
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Model Number - L1248W
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