Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) vs. ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC)

Our Rating: 85 %

ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)
ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)

Our Rating: 72 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) and ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

high-resolution display

higher price point

limited graphics power

no HDMI port

fewer USB ports

ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

decent battery life

adequate performance

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics power

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) and ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
74 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) vs. ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.56 cm x 22.25 cm x 1.536 cm 32.54 cm x 21.6 cm x 2.04 cm
Weight 1.12 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top) -
Colour Deep black paint Slate grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Eyesafe technology Anti-glare, 82% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1270P / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core Quad-Core
Cache 18 MB 8 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus -
Sound Two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone Speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice -
Audio Features 360° far-field microphones Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller FIBOCOM L860-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 24.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free)
1 x Serial ATA (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Pro
Software Included - McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 (21CC) ASUS P1411CEA (EK0394X)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter, USB-A to RJ45 gigabit ethernet adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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