Lenovo ThinkPad T470 vs. ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T470 and ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA). 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 T470 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T470 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

long battery life

good security features

solid performance

heavier than competitors

average display quality

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large screen size

decent battery life

ample storage capacity

includes essential ports

mediocre display quality

heavy build

average processor

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T470 and ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
81 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T470 vs. ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 35.72 cm x 23.03 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.63 kg 1.8 kg
Colour Black Gun metal
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
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)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor DIMM 288-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR camera
Sound Microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Technology - 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42 Wh
Battery Life With Included Additional Battery Up to 18 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Type Keyboard Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 3
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T470 ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Features - ErgoLift
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887 -
SAR Value - 0.584 W/kg (body), 0.584 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years -
Model Number - EJ037T
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