Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. ASUS E510MA (EJ592WS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and ASUS E510MA (EJ592WS). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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 E510MA (EJ592WS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS E510MA (EJ592WS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

lightweight for mobility

sufficient connectivity options

includes office 365

average battery life

basic display quality

limited storage capacity

minimal graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and ASUS E510MA (EJ592WS)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. ASUS E510MA (EJ592WS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E510MA (EJ592WS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm 36.02 cm x 23.64 cm x 1.81 cm
Weight 966.5 g 1.57 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) -
Colour Black paint Peacock blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E510MA (EJ592WS)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 1920 x 1080 (Full 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, 84% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E510MA (EJ592WS)
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 E510MA (EJ592WS)
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 E510MA (EJ592WS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E510MA (EJ592WS)
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 Speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E510MA (EJ592WS)
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 E510MA (EJ592WS)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E510MA (EJ592WS)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120-230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E510MA (EJ592WS)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E510MA (EJ592WS)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 1.4
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 E510MA (EJ592WS)
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 Personal (1 year subscription), MyASUS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS E510MA (EJ592WS)
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 Fanless
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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