Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) and ASUS P540UA (DM1491R). 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.

ASUS P540UA (DM1491R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS P540UA (DM1491R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

adequate connectivity options

good keyboard feel

average display quality

limited graphics capabilities

moderate battery life

no touchscreen feature

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) and ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) vs. ASUS P540UA (DM1491R) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm 38.1 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight - 1.9 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour Black Chocolate black IMR with hairline (LCD cover), gold IMR with hairline (top)
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Ultra Slim Design Bezel
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 3 MB
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
RAM - 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD 2.5" SATA
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera - Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 33 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) ASUS P540UA (DM1491R)
Included Accessories 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, hard drive password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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