The ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s are similarly priced with some differences to consider. The ASUS Vivobook 15X offers a larger screen size, which is great for multitasking and enjoying media but can make the laptop less portable. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has a smaller, higher-resolution display with touchscreen capabilities and is lighter, making it more portable and potentially more suitable for tasks like design work where screen quality is key. The ThinkBook also has more RAM, which is essential for intensive multitasking and heavy workloads. The Vivobook might offer adequate performance for general use and some light engineering tasks, but the ThinkBook delivers better performance for engineering tasks and has a higher-quality build and keyboard. If you're often on the move and need a laptop for productivity and high-quality visuals, the ThinkBook 13s is a strong choice; however, if you prefer a larger screen for general use and are okay with less portability, the Vivobook could serve you well. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Excellent portability
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for general use, though the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X, with its larger screen and AMD Ryzen CPU, provides a fair experience for general use, likely hampered by its lower RAM and basic screen quality; though it's worth noting it is less portable and has a lower battery capacity compared to its rival. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s shines in general use due to its higher RAM, superior Intel CPU, and significantly better screen resolution and color coverage, all packed in a lighter and more portable frame, albeit typically at a higher cost.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.5/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s outperforms the ASUS Vivobook 15X for engineering and design due to its superior CPU, double the RAM for multitasking, and more powerful integrated GPU, alongside a higher resolution touchscreen which enhances the clarity and detail of design work. While both have solid build quality and good speakers, the ThinkBook's better portability, higher quality keyboard, and less operating noise make it a more rounded option for such professional use despite likely being more expensive.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.8/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both good for content creation, though the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is somewhat better.
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
7.7/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is 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
7.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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 screen might not have the high resolution, brightness, or the desirable panel type, making it just satisfactory for everyday tasks and limiting its clarity for detailed engineering work, while also lacking the color range that professionals need. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, on the other hand, offers a higher-quality display that's bright and sharp for general tasks and can present a wider spectrum of colors for precision in engineering and design, although it similarly falls short for gaming and 3D due to a standard refresh rate. Both models don't meet the high refresh rate demands of 3D applications, which is crucial to avoid motion blur and ensure fluid visuals during fast-paced activities.
Portability
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.6/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and ASUS Vivobook 15X both have good build quality, though the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$525
$1,000
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and ASUS Vivobook 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s are considered fair for gaming and 3D due to their integrated GPUs—AMD Vega 7 and Intel Iris Xe, respectively—which are adequate but not as powerful as dedicated graphics cards, and both have moderate screen refresh rates of 60Hz, which is fine for casual gaming but not optimal for high-frame-rate experiences.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has 8 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s compare to other laptops
"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 best thing about the ThinkBook 13S is that it’s a good deal. Business buyers looking for ThinkPad-level performance and software without ThinkPad pricing will probably find the ThinkBook a solid option. While nothing about it is really spectacular, it’s certainly unusual to see the ThinkBook’s screen resolution at a sub-$1,000 price, and its performance will be more than adequate for most office tasks. The generous port selection, 16:10 aspect ratio, physical webcam shutter, and clear audio are certainly icing on the cake."
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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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