Lenovo ThinkPad T440s vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T440s
Lenovo ThinkPad T440s

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T440s and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad T440s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T440s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard feel

efficient power management

solid security features

good connectivity options

average display quality

modest graphics performance

heavier than competitors

outdated design aesthetics

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

fast SSD storage

decent processor performance

full HD display

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T440s and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T440s vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T440s ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.6 cm x 2.065 cm 32.2 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.59 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour - Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T440s ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T440s ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T440s ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T440s ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T440s ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Face tracking -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4 -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T440s ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T440s ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 2 -
Max Supported Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) - 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T440s ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T440s ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T440s ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (Always On)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T440s ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T440s ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412FA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested System password, ASUS Battery Health charging technology
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, WEEE, ISO 27001 UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC
SAR Value - 0.306 W/kg (body), 0.306 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number - EK867T
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