Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) vs. ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) and ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA). 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 X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard comfort

high-resolution display

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

short battery life

high price point

noisy under load

ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

lightweight and portable

powerful amd processor

fast ssd storage

good battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated gpu

average webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) and ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
87 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) vs. ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm 29.62 cm x 21.63 cm x 1.18 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Aluminum, magnesium-aluminium
Colour - Basalt grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3" OLED
Screen Resolution - 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 550 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features - Glossy, Low Blue Light technology, Pantone Validated, HDR 500 True Black, 85% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 5 GHz
Number of Cores - 10-core
Cache - 12 MB
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
RAM 0 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, ASUS ErgoSense, 1.1mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Home
Software Included - McAfee LiveSafe, MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), ASUS GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
- 100 % - plastic-free
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, ambient colour sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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 Fast charging, halogen free, MIL-STD-810H tested, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, REACH, SGS Eye Care Display Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
SAR Value 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Carbon Footprint - 213 kg carbon emissions
Product Recycled Content - Post-consumer recycled plastic, post-industrial recycled magnesium-aluminium alloy, ocean-bound plastics
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - NQ039W
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