Lenovo ThinkPad T480 vs. ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480 and ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T). 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 T480 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T480 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics power

outdated aesthetic design

ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative screenpad technology

compact and lightweight design

high-resolution display

solid build quality

powerful processor

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480 and ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
86 % - Design
66 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480 vs. ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 32.3 cm x 22.5 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide Metal
Colour Black Deep dive blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
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 16:9
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy IR/RGB camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Installed Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 24 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 90 Watt, 19 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, ScreenPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad 5.5" FHD (1920 x 1080) Super IPS+ display
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 2.0
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 UX480FD (E1049T)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter, sleeve, USB to Ethernet 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001, ISO 90001 -
SAR Value - 0.5 W/kg (body), 0.5 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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