Lenovo ThinkPad T450s vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T450s and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA). 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 T450s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T450s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard feel

efficient power management

robust security features

good connectivity options

average display quality

modest graphics performance

heavier than competitors

limited storage capacity

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

ample storage options

decent processor speed

lightweight design

solid build quality

average display quality

limited graphics performance

short battery life

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T450s and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T450s vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T450s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Product Type Ultrabook Ultrabook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.6 cm x 2.065 cm 35.72 cm x 23.04 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.59 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour - Slate grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T450s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T450s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T450s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 20 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 -
Rated Speed 1600 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T450s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T450s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones -
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T450s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T450s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell
Max Supported Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) - 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T450s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T450s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T450s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T450s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T450s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X512DA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 -
SAR Value - 0.464 W/kg (body), 0.464 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number - EJ254T
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