Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) vs. ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)
Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM)

Our Rating: 78 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) and ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

compact and portable

efficient thermal management

average display brightness

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

higher price segment

ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

compact and portable

solid build quality

efficient multitasking

touchscreen functionality

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

limited upgradeability

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) and ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) vs. ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.19 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm 32.3 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.95 cm
Weight 1.28 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Aluminum
Colour Black Celestial blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 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 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, WideView
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10510U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM -
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - SK Hynix 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards DASH -
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt, 19.5 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, stylus, ScreenPad Plus
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
LAN (on supplied cable)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NM) ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM021R)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable Gen 2 Stylus, power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader 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 -
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value - 0.529 W/kg (body), 0.529 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
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