When choosing between the ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, consider the following: if budget is a primary concern, the Vivobook provides good value with decent performance for everyday tasks at a lower cost. However, the ThinkPad X13 offers superior build quality, generally better performance, and more business-oriented features. It typically boasts a more robust and durable design, making it suited for frequent travelers or demanding work environments. Conversely, it's usually more expensive. If portability and battery life are critical and you're engaged in more intensive tasks, the ThinkPad may justify the higher expense. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad X13.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
8.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X typically offers solid performance and ample RAM for multitasking, satisfying most general use needs, but it's the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 that stands out with its superior CPU and screen quality, making it the better choice for tasks that require more processing power and a sharper display. While both laptops offer portability and good battery life, the ThinkPad X13 often leads in these areas too, allowing for greater mobility without frequent charging, and it's also praised for its durable build, comfortable keyboard and reliable heat management, which enhances its overall user experience.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X typically offers a dedicated GPU and higher screen refresh rate, providing smoother visuals for gaming and 3D applications, while the ThinkPad X13, despite having a quality screen and a capable CPU, usually focuses on business features over gaming performance and may not have as powerful a GPU or high refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
8.0/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X, typically equipped with a competent CPU, substantial RAM, and a dedicated GPU, handles engineering software efficiently but may have a screen that's less impressive, impacting detailed design work. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while offering a balance of a robust CPU and ample RAM, might fall short for intense graphical tasks without a dedicated GPU; however, it boasts a high-quality display and superior keyboard, making it more comfortable for long work sessions, despite being somewhat less powerful for graphic-intensive tasks.
Content Creation
7.1/10
8.2/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
6.9/10
8.1/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
6.2/10
6.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 15X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X's fair screen quality for general use could be due to an average resolution and brightness level, which affects clarity and visibility under various lighting conditions; however, its color gamut may fall short for professional engineering and design work, where color accuracy is crucial. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, with its good screen quality, likely offers improved resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and better color reproduction for engineering and design. Both laptops are not ideal for gaming or 3D work because they don't prioritize high refresh rates, which are essential for smooth visuals in fast-paced scenarios.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$525
$1,241
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 costs $1,241.
"All in all, my day on the Vivobook had its ups and downs. It is a really pretty and well-built device, and it had all of the functionality I needed to get me through my browser-based workload. But the speakers weren’t my favorite, and the battery life was just too short."
"The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G4 has very good input devices, a wide array of security features and ports as well as 5G in the tested configuration. It is more compact and lightweight compared with its predecessor, and it has improved speakers and a slightly better webcam. On the other hand, the fan is more annoying and the performance is barely improved. The battery is worse as well, but this is primarily attributable to the OLED screen - if this aspect is important, buyers should choose the IPS Low Power LCD."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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