Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) vs. ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) and ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI). 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 Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning oled display

powerful processor performance

sleek, lightweight design

high-speed connectivity options

innovative cooling system

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated numeric keypad.

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) and ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
88 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) vs. ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.19 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.05 cm 32.18 cm x 22.33 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom) Aluminum
Colour Thunder black Tech black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 14.5" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 550 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Glossy, HDR (high dynamic range), Pantone Validated, HDR 500 True Black, 0.2 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB 24 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB 48 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, 3-microphone array
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI)
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) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 76 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 200 Watt, 20 V, 10 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI)
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
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BV) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VI)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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, ASUS IceCool Pro
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland, SGS Eye Care Display Certification
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
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
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Model Number - P1056W
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