Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)

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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 17 (X1702ZA). 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 17 (X1702ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) and ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.58 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.91 cm 39.93 cm x 25.43 cm x 2.1 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide -
Colour Black Icelight silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
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 - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, Narrow Border Display, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores - 12-core
Cache - 12 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
RAM 0 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 48 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
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
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) ASUS VivoBook 17 (X1702ZA)
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 System password, MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Antibacterial Guard, IceBlades fan
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, REACH
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Model Number - AU043W
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