Lenovo ThinkPad T470s vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T470s and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA). 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 T470s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T470s based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

robust security features

good battery life

lightweight design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no touchscreen option

modest storage capacity

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

lightweight design

good keyboard feel

average display quality

limited battery life

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics capabilities

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T470s and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T470s vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.68 cm x 1.88 cm 38.1 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight - 1.9 kg
Colour - Chocolate black IMR with hairline (LCD cover), gold IMR with hairline (top)
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T470s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Ultra Slim Design, ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T470s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T470s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T470s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 1 TB Hybrid Drive SATA / 5400 rpm - Seagate
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T470s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Advanced Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T470s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Technology - 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 33 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T470s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T470s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Type Keyboard Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T470s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Slots 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T470s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T470s ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - System password, ASUS IceCool design
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - advance hardware replacement - 1 year -
Model Number - GQ1796T
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