Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) vs. ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) and ASUS BR1402C (i381XA). 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) (20QW) Review

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

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

high-resolution display

advanced security features

high price point

average battery life

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

ASUS BR1402C (i381XA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS BR1402C (i381XA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

efficient multitasking

decent battery life

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics card

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) and ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
86 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) vs. ASUS BR1402C (i381XA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm 33.29 cm x 22.89 cm x 2.1 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.56 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Plastic
Colour Black paint Mineral grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
CPU Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9880H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 N305
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 3.8 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache 16 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Intel 128 GB
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Output: Audio by Dirac
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt, 20 V 65 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
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
LAN (on supplied cable)
HDMI
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
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) (20QW) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro Education
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension cable USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington 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, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested System password, LED indicator, rubber bumper, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, REACH
SAR Value 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Model Number - 3Y
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