Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) vs. ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)
Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0)

Our Rating: 78 %

ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)
ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) and ASUS A509JA (EJ079T). 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 X390 (20Q0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

compact and portable

strong security features

impressive battery life

responsive keyboard

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

ASUS A509JA (EJ079T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS A509JA (EJ079T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

solid build quality

responsive touchpad

crisp full hd display

adequate connectivity options

competitive pricing

average battery life

modest graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) and ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) vs. ASUS A509JA (EJ079T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) - 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.22 kg 1.9 kg
Colour Black Transparent silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 1065G7 / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 8 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)
RAM (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Plus Graphics
Camera - Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speaker, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)
Technology Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life Up to 17.6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)
Operating System (OS) - Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 (20Q0) ASUS A509JA (EJ079T)
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 security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested System password, hard drive password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value - 0.13 W/kg (body), 0.13 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
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