Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) vs. ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) and ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T). 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 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display resolution

efficient performance

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average audio quality

ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

lightweight and portable

decent battery life

solid build quality

average color accuracy

modest storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) and ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
82 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) vs. ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.28 cm x 20.77 cm x 1.67 cm 32.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.82 cm
Weight 907 g 1.5 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) -
Colour Black paint Bespoke black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Glossy, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1130G7 / 1.8 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB 8 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz -
Rated Speed 4266 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Human Presence Detection -
Sound Four speakers, four microphones Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 22.87 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 10 Home in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 1 (20UN) ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TM420UA (EC068T)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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-810H tested, Firmware Resiliency 2.0 -
Compliant Standards RoHS -
Repairability Index - 6.9 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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