Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) vs. ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)
Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM)

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) and ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T). 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 X540LA (DM725T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor speed

ample connectivity options

full hd display

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics card

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) and ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) vs. ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.55 cm x 20.85 cm x 1.99 cm 38.14 cm x 25.15 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight 1.47 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
CPU Intel Core i3 (4th Gen) 4010U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i3 (5th Gen) 5005U / 2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
RAM 2 GB (1 x 2 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 1600 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm 1 TB HDD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel HD Graphics 5500
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Camera Features Face tracking -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio v2 -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Wireless 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 802.11b/g/n
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-V -
WWAN
Generation WWAN -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 33 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.47 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
VGA
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 3 in 1 (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Operating System (OS) Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition - French Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X240 (20AM) ASUS VivoBook X540LA (DM725T)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) 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 System password, hard drive password
Compliant Standards RoHS, GREENGUARD -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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