Lenovo ThinkPad X250 vs. ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X250 and ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS). 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.

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 VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

fanless operation

compact form factor

limited storage capacity

average display quality

modest performance

few connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X250 and ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS)
85 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
76 % - Design
65 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X250 vs. ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.48 cm x 20.83 cm x 2.03 cm 28.6 cm x 19.33 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.31 kg 990 g
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour Black Petal pink
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 11.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, glare, Tru2Life
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS)
CPU Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 38 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS)
Interfaces USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (Always On)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X250 ASUS VivoBook E12 E203MA (FD016TS)
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, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001 -
SAR Value - 0.586 W/kg (body), 0.586 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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