Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA). 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 T590 (20N4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

solid performance

good security features

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited graphics power

noisy under load

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

solid state drive included

decent battery life

full hd display

average processor performance

limited graphics capabilities

fewer connectivity options

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.58 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.91 cm 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide -
Colour Black Indie black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, 82% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
CPU No CPU Intel Pentium Gold 7505 / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 4 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
RAM 0 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 48 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel UHD Graphics
Camera - Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Slots - 1 x Serial ATA (1 free)
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)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included - McAfee, Microsoft 365 Personal (1 year subscription), MyASUS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X1400EA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested BIOS protection
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - EK1651WS
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