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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is pricier and better suited for tasks that require dual screens, such as multitasking with multiple applications. Its performance for general use, 3D/machine learning, and engineering tasks is solid, and its color accuracy is good for creative work, although not the top tier. Its battery life is decent, but not excellent, and it's moderately portable due to its weight. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" costs less and offers more RAM, which can be beneficial for multitasking and overall performance. It also has a slightly larger screen, although with lower color accuracy, which may not be ideal for color-critical work. The Lenovo is lighter and boasts longer battery life, making it more portable and suitable for general use, but it's less equipped for intensive engineering or 3D work. If portability and battery life are your priorities alongside adequate performance for everyday tasks, the Lenovo might be preferable, but for multitaskers and those engaged in creative or engineering work, the ASUS could be more fitting despite its higher cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15"
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.8
6.4
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" for general use, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has a better screen for content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 boasts higher resolution and brightness, making its display sharp and vibrant for everyday tasks, and its color accuracy benefits engineering and design work. However, its refresh rate isn't high enough for smooth 3D rendering and fast-paced gaming. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" offers moderate brightness and resolution for general and professional tasks without the advanced color range for precision design work or the high refresh rate gamers require for fluid motion.
Battery
8.5 Hours
10.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has 10 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.
Build Quality
7.8
6.0
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$999
$741
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" costs $741.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.1
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
314.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" boasts a stronger CPU and more RAM than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, enhancing its overall performance for general use; additionally, its superior battery life and lighter weight contribute to better portability and endurance away from a power source. Although the Zenbook Duo 14 provides a higher quality screen, its heavier weight and shorter battery life make it less ideal for everyday mobility and extended use without charging.
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.1
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" are both fair for gaming and 3D largely because of their integrated graphics, which are suitable for lighter gaming and 3D tasks but not for high-end gaming that requires more advanced GPUs. Both have similar screen refresh rates, which are adequate for casual gaming, but won't deliver the smoothness desired by competitive gamers; additionally, while they have different CPUs that handle games variably, they won't match the performance of specialized gaming rigs.
Engineering and Design
6.6
6.6
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 outperforms the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" for engineering and design due to its more powerful Intel i7 processor, superior Iris Xe graphics, and higher quality display with better color accuracy, which are crucial for intensive tasks and precise design work. The IdeaPad 1, while lighter and more portable, has a less capable AMD Ryzen 7 processor and Vega 8 graphics, and its screen, though larger, does not match the Zenbook in terms of color coverage, making it less optimal for detailed engineering visuals.
Content Creation
7.3
7.4
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both 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
7.0
7.3
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
12.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for software development.
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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 to have very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$999 | $741 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | March 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.64 lbs | 3.57 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.76" | 14.18" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.74" | 9.29" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1195G7 | AMD Ryzen 7 5700U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 42 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 314 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
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Allen Ngo | May 2020
"The Asus ZenBook Duo's second screen is like the Apple Touch Bar, but better. Most would agree that having two screens instead of one can really boost productivity and the ZenBook Duo is no different in this regard. It's tough going back to just one screen after becoming accustomed to spacious dual-screen setups. For a laptop form factor, however, users will have to accept some compromises. Firstly, weight is the most obvious drawback as the system is several hundred grams heavier than a regular ZenBook 14. Additionally, colors on the second screen will not be as vivid as the main display."
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15"
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Alex Iliev | April 2023
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is affordable and pretty efficient. At the end of the day, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 (15″, 2023) is one of the better affordable laptops money can buy right now. It has a decent performance, albeit coming from a CPU that is based on old architecture. Playing low-intensity games is possible but at low to medium settings. We are really happy with the cooling setup, but the main event here is the battery life. We got 9 hours of either Web browsing or video playback, which is a great result. Especially if you compare this device with the ASUS E410."
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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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