In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) and ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M3500QC). 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.
Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
excellent build quality
powerful AMD processor
high-resolution display
sustainable materials used
compact and lightweight
higher price point
no HDMI port
limited upgradeability
average battery life
Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M3500QC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
stunning oled display
powerful ryzen processor
lightweight and portable
high-speed ssd storage
good thermal management
average battery life
no ethernet port
limited upgradeability
pricey for specs
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M3500QC) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 29.94 cm x 19.96 cm x 1.399 cm | 35.98 cm x 23.53 cm x 1.99 cm |
| Weight | 1.19 kg | 1.65 kg |
| Case Material | Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) | - |
| Colour | Black (bottom), arctic grey (top) | Quiet blue |
| DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M3500QC) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 13.3" - IPS | 15.6" OLED |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | - |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | - | 60 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Image Brightness | 400 cd/m² | 600 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Colour Support | - | 1.07 billion colours |
| Features | Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Power, 91.6% screen-to-body ratio | Glossy, Low Blue Light technology, Pantone Validated, 84% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, HDR 600 True Black |
| PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M3500QC) |
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| CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.5 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 6-core | 8-core |
| Cache | 16 MB | L3 - 16 MB |
| MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M3500QC) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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| RAM Type | LPDDR5 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | 6400 MHz | - |
| Rated Speed | 6400 MHz | - |
| STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M3500QC) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M3500QC) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | AMD Radeon 660M | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Max Monitors Supported | 2 external monitor(s) | - |
| Video Memory | - | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | - | Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost |
| Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes - 720p |
| Camera Features | IR camera, Windows Hello, e-camera shutter | Privacy shutter |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone |
| Codec | Realtek ALC3306 | - |
| Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos | - |
| Audio Features | - | Input: AI noise cancelling |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M3500QC) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
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| Wireless Controller | Qualcomm NFA725A | - |
| Compliant Standards | DASH | - |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
| BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M3500QC) |
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| Technology | Lithium polymer | 3-cell Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 51.5 Wh | 63 Wh |
| Battery Life | Up to 22.8 hours | - |
| AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M3500QC) |
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| Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 65 Watt | 120 Watt, 19 V, 6.3 A |
| INPUT | Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M3500QC) |
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| Type | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, haptic feedback, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad | Chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M3500QC) |
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| Interfaces | 2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) Headphone/microphone combo jack |
Headphone/microphone combo jack 2 x USB 2.0 USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 HDMI 1.4 |
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| Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (microSD) |
| SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M3500QC) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Pro - English | Windows 10 Home |
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| Software Included | Glance by Mirametrix | - |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) | ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED (M3500QC) |
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| Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Security | Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
| Features | Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, pen upgradable, certificate based BIOS authentication | MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS IceCool Plus |
| Compliant Standards | RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified | TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | - |
| EPEAT Compliant | EPEAT Gold | - |
| Max Operating Temperature | 35 °C | - |
| Min Operating Temperature | 5 °C | - |
| Humidity Range Operating | 8 - 95% | - |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day |
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| Model Number | - | L1081T |
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