Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS). 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 2 (21E8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) 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 speaker quality

ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

affordable price point

decent battery life

includes office 365

fanless design

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

modest processing power

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
58 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
64 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm 27.9 cm x 19.1 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 966.5 g 1.05 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) -
Colour Black paint Rose pink
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 11.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-glare, 73% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB 4 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz -
Rated Speed 5200 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 600
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - VGA
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus -
Sound Four speakers, four microphones Speaker, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS)
Technology Lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite McAfee LiveSafe, Microsoft 365 (1 year subscription), MyASUS, ScreenXpert, GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E210MA (GJ325WS)
Included Accessories USB-C slim 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 nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, Firmware Resiliency 2.0, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration System password, BIOS protection
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
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
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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