Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R). 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 T480s Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s 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

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 3.3k display

compact, lightweight design

fast intel core performance

impressive battery life

innovative numberpad touchpad

limited port selection

high price point

no dedicated graphics

can get quite hot

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480s and ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
83 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s vs. ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 30.6 cm x 22.4 cm x 1.57 cm
Weight - 1.25 kg
Colour - Jade black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13.9" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3300 x 2200
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 133% sRGB, 100% DCI-P3
Features - Glare, WideView, NanoEdge display, Pantone Validated
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1165G7 / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 12 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4266 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - HD
Camera Features - 3D camera, Windows Hello, IR/RGB camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R)
Wireless Wi-Fi Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R)
Technology - 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 67 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad 2.0
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R)
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
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone output (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s ASUS ZenBook S UX393EA (HK001R)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Sleeve, USB-C power adapter, USB-C to audio jack adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Features - MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, MIL-STD 810G, BS 8887, ISO 45001, ISO 8887 TÜV Rheinland Certified Eye-Care
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - replacement - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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