Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA). 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 Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vivid oled display

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

solid build quality

modest performance

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm 36.03 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 966.5 g 1.63 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) Plastic
Colour Black paint Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 15.6" OLED
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 600 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Glossy, HDR 500 True Black, 84% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, VESA DisplayHDR, Delta E≤2 colour accuracy
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i3 N305 / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 3.8 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 8-core
Cache 12 MB 6 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 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 Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD - UFS 2.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Four speakers, four microphones Speaker, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Output: Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise reduction
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
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 Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
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 Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Slots - 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x2 / M.2 2280 (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504GA)
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 MIL-STD-810H tested, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 49 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -37 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 95% RH
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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Model Number - L1248W
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