Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) vs. ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) and ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

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 S 13 OLED (UX5304VA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

lightweight and portable

powerful amd processor

fast ssd storage

good battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated gpu

average webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) and ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
87 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) vs. ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
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 29.62 cm x 21.63 cm x 1.18 cm
Weight 991.5 g 1 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) Aluminum, magnesium-aluminium
Colour Black weave Basalt grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 13.3" 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. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 550 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, Low Blue Light technology, Pantone Validated, HDR 500 True Black, 85% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1270P / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 10-core
Cache 18 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera IR camera, Windows Hello
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 Amp; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
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 S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
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 S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
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, ASUS ErgoSense, 1.1mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home
Software Included - McAfee LiveSafe, MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), ASUS GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED (UX5304VA)
- 100 % - plastic-free
Included Accessories Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, USB-C slim power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, ambient colour sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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 Fast charging, halogen free, MIL-STD-810H tested, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH, SGS Eye Care Display Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
Carbon Footprint - 213 kg carbon emissions
Product Recycled Content - Post-consumer recycled plastic, post-industrial recycled magnesium-aluminium alloy, ocean-bound plastics
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - NQ039W
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