Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA). 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.

ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive battery life

lightweight design

affordable price point

sharp display quality

fast charging support

moderate storage capacity

average speaker quality

no dedicated GPU

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) and ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.55 cm x 20.85 cm x 1.99 cm 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.47 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour - Silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (4th Gen) 4010U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) 1220P / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 3 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
RAM 2 GB (1 x 2 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 -
Rated Speed 1600 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Face tracking Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Dual speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio v2 -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Wireless 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-V -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation WWAN -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 19 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Operating System (OS) Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition - French Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkVantage Active Protection System, 1 USB 3.0 (Always On), MIL-STD-810G tested ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards RoHS, GREENGUARD RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), Energy Star 8.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - MB157W
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