Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV). 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 Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

compact, sleek design

high performance levels

solid build quality

good connectivity options

premium price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm 32.18 cm x 22.33 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 966.5 g 1.6 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) Aluminum
Colour Black paint Tech black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 14.5" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
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, Pantone calibrated, Dolby Vision, 90% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, HDR 600 True Black, VESA DisplayHDR
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 24 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 48 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz -
Rated Speed 5200 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - MUX Switch, NVIDIA DLSS 3, NVIDIA Studio
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus IR camera, Windows Hello, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology, ASUS AiSense Camera
Sound Four speakers, four microphones Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV)
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 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 76 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 200 Watt, 20 V, 10 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV)
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, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD 4.0 card reader)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite MyASUS, ScreenXpert, ProArt Creator Hub, GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 OLED (UX6404VV)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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, ASUS IceCool Pro, ASUS DialPad
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Eye Care Display Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
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
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Model Number - P4047W
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