Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) vs. ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2)
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2)

Our Rating: 78 %

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) and ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R). 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 T490 (20N2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) 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

noisy under load

heavier than competitors

ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

compact and portable

solid build quality

efficient multitasking

touchscreen functionality

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

limited upgradeability

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) and ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) vs. ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm 32.3 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.95 cm
Weight 1.55 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide Aluminum
Colour Black Celestial blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
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
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, WideView
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10510U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM -
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy IR 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, Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.11 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 19.5 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, stylus, ScreenPad Plus
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Stylus, power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader 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 RoHS -
SAR Value - 0.529 W/kg (body), 0.529 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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