When selecting between the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, consider that the Vivobook typically offers a vibrant OLED screen beneficial for multimedia and may save you money. In contrast, the ThinkPad is known for its durability and keyboard comfort, better suited for business environments and heavy typing. The ThinkBook might have more robust security features and possibly superior build quality, making it a reliable choice for professionals. Choose the Vivobook if color-accurate display and cost savings are priorities, or the ThinkPad for a sturdier build and a keyboard that can handle extensive use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
8.5/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
600.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a vivid display and ample storage, making it a strong choice for everyday tasks and entertainment, but the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, with its superior CPU and RAM, excels in handling more demanding applications smoothly, and its renowned keyboard quality, combined with better portability and battery life, makes it ideal for business professionals on the go. Both laptops manage heat and operating noise decently, but the ThinkPad's emphasis on performance and mobility gives it an edge for users needing a reliable workhorse.
Screen Quality
8.9/10
6.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen for content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a vibrant OLED display which offers rich colors and deep blacks, making it excellent for tasks that involve color accuracy like engineering and design; however, OLED screens typically have lower refresh rates which is less ideal for gaming and 3D applications where smoother motion is key. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14's good screen quality for general use and engineering stems from its balance of resolution, brightness, and respectable color coverage, but it doesn't match the Vivobook in color accuracy nor does it have a high refresh rate for gaming. For gaming and 3D work, both laptops fall short due to refresh rates that are lower than what is typically preferred by gamers and professionals in animation or fast-paced visual work.
Battery
7.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has 7 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$990
$1,241
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a price of $990 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 costs $1,241.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, with its superior screen quality due to the OLED display, offers vibrant visuals that enhance gaming and 3D experiences, but its GPU and screen refresh rate may limit performance in high-end gaming scenarios. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, while notably robust in CPU capability, also faces similar limitations with GPU and refresh rate, making both laptops suitable for casual gaming and basic 3D tasks rather than demanding applications.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
8.0/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a high-quality screen and powerful GPU, making it ideal for design tasks that require vivid colors and graphics performance, while its CPU and RAM handle engineering software well. The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, on the other hand, combines a robust CPU and ample RAM with a renowned keyboard and durability, favoring typing comfort and reliability for long engineering sessions, though its screen and GPU may be less impressive than the Vivobook for graphical tasks.
Content Creation
8.2/10
8.3/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED are both very good for content creation.
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
7.9/10
8.3/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad T14 to be very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good.
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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 compare to other laptops
"The Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED excels as a capable work machine at an affordable price. It offers commendable performance, thanks to its 12th Gen Intel chip, delivers quality on-screen entertainment with its 15.6-inch OLED display, and can (kind of) get you through a full day of work. Oh, and its special Asus Antibacterial Guard is a nice touch for those who like a clean laptop."
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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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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