Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) vs. ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)

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

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) and ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA). 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 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 Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

lightweight and portable

powerful ryzen processor

ample storage options

good battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

higher price segment

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) and ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
86 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) vs. ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm 35.38 cm x 22.66 cm x 1.58 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 45.5 cm x 29 cm x 7.3 cm / 3.67 kg
Weight 1.7 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Aluminum
Colour Black paint Ponder blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" OLED
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2880 x 1620 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² 600 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Anti-glare, HDR (high dynamic range), 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision NanoEdge display, Pantone Validated, 86% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, HDR 600 True Black, VESA DisplayHDR
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
CPU Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9880H / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 7735U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 4.75 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Intel 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 AMD Radeon 680M
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy IR camera, Windows Hello, ASUS AiSense Camera
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 Amplification technology, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
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 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 67 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt, 20 V 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
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 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 4.0 Gen 3/DisplayPort (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MyASUS, ScreenXpert, GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QW) ASUS Zenbook 15 OLED (UM3504DA)
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
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 MIL-STD-810H tested, Cortana support, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, REACH, ISO 22196, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Eye Care Display Certification, ISO 21702
SAR Value 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Max Operating Temperature - 49 °C
Min Operating Temperature - -37 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 95% RH
Model Number - NX015W
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