Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) and ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA). 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 (21E9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display quality

powerful intel processor

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vivid oled display

lightweight and portable

efficient amd processor

fast ssd storage

good battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

average webcam quality

can get pricey

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) and ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) vs. ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm 31.36 cm x 22.06 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 991.5 g 1.39 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) Aluminum
Colour Black weave Jade black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 14" OLED
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Anti-glare, anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Add-on Film Touch Glossy, NanoEdge display, Low Blue Light technology, Pantone Validated, 90% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1270P / 2.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 6-core
Cache 18 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera -
Sound Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, four microphones Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI-based noise cancellation
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 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)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 75 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA)
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 (21E9) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS ZenBook 14 OLED (UM3402YA)
Included Accessories Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, USB-C slim power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested, ASUS Intelligent Performance Technology (AIPT)
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Eye Care Display Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Model Number - KN150W
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