Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) vs. ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE)
ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) and ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS). 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 E210MA (GJ181WS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

affordable price point

decent battery life

includes office 365

fanless design

limited storage capacity

average display quality

modest performance

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) and ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
45 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) vs. ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.78 cm 27.9 cm x 19.1 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.05 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour Black Peacock blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - TN 11.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (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 220 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 73% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - VGA
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 33 Watt, 19 V, 1.75 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Precision touchpad, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 in S mode
Software Included - McAfee LiveSafe, Microsoft 365 Personal (1 year subscription), MyASUS, ScreenXpert, ASUS GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KE) ASUS E210MA (GJ181WS)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested Fanless, BIOS protection, Cortana support
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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