Lenovo ThinkPad X250 vs. ASUS R424FA (EK109R)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X250 and ASUS R424FA (EK109R). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad X250 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X250 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

compact and portable

good security features

average display quality

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

older processor model

ASUS R424FA (EK109R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS R424FA (EK109R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

affordable price point

solid build quality

efficient battery life

adequate performance for basics

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X250 and ASUS R424FA (EK109R)
85 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X250 vs. ASUS R424FA (EK109R) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS R424FA (EK109R)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.48 cm x 20.83 cm x 2.03 cm 32.2 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.9 cm
Weight 1.31 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour Black Slate grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS R424FA (EK109R)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS R424FA (EK109R)
CPU Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS R424FA (EK109R)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS R424FA (EK109R)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 256 GB SSD 2.5" SATA
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS R424FA (EK109R)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS R424FA (EK109R)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS R424FA (EK109R)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS R424FA (EK109R)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS R424FA (EK109R)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS R424FA (EK109R)
Interfaces USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (Always On)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS R424FA (EK109R)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS R424FA (EK109R)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
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, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001 -
SAR Value - 0.306 W/kg (body), 0.306 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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