Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) vs. ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T)

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

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) and ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T). 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 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 UX481FL (BM044T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

compact and portable

solid build quality

decent battery life

touchscreen functionality

premium price point

ergonomic keyboard issues

limited upgradeability

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) and ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) vs. ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T)
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 1.99 cm
Weight 1.55 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide -
Colour Black Celestial blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T)
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, NanoEdge display, Narrow Border Display, Pantone Validated
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T)
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 -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce MX250 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
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, Smart Amplification technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T)
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 UX481FL (BM044T)
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 UX481FL (BM044T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, ScreenPad Plus
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N2) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FL (BM044T)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Stylus, power adapter, sleeve
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 System password
Compliant Standards RoHS UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, MIC, FCC, RoHS, MIL-STD 810G, WEEE, GOST-R, CECP, ErP 2013
SAR Value - 0.529 W/kg (body), 0.529 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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