Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) vs. ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA). 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 X13 Gen 3 (21CN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard experience

impressive security features

good battery life

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning oled display

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

pwm-free screen

good color accuracy

average processor speed

no advanced gpu

limited port selection

plastic build quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) and ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA)
81 % - Design
78 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
85 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) vs. ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.58 cm x 21.756 cm x 1.81 cm 36.03 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.25 kg 1.63 kg
Case Material Polyphenylene sulfide (top), aluminium (bottom) Plastic
Colour Thunder black Cool silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" OLED
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 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 300 cd/m² 600 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Glossy, Delta E<2 calibration, Pantone Validated, 84% screen-to-body ratio, VESA DisplayHDR 500, 0.2 ms response rate, True Black
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 7520U / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 4 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA)
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz -
Rated Speed 6400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M AMD Radeon 610M
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speaker, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice -
Audio Features 360° far-field microphones Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by DTS; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA)
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 Qualcomm NFA725A -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120-230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA)
Slots - 2 x PCI Express 3.0 x2 / M.2 2280 (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
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 X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence Windows 11 Home Plus in S mode
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21CN) ASUS Vivobook Go 15 OLED (E1504FA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, 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, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, certificate based BIOS authentication MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Low Noise 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
Model Number - L1669W
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