If you prioritize multitasking and innovative features, the Zenbook Duo with its dual screens can enhance your productivity, especially for creative work. The ThinkPad T14, on the other hand, is known for its durability and keyboard comfort, which might be preferable for long typing sessions and business use. The ThinkPad might also offer better battery life, making it more suitable if you're frequently on the move. The Zenbook's unique design could make it less portable, but it gives you more screen real estate to work with. Choose based on whether innovation or traditional business features are more important for your daily tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad T14.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
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
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
314.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers unique features like dual screens that can be advantageous for multitasking, yet it might not be as lightweight or have the prolonged battery life of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, which is known for its durable build and reliable performance due to its robust CPU and RAM, making it highly suitable for general use. The ThinkPad also typically comes with a top-tier keyboard and is easier to carry around, attributes that enhance its usability for everyday tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
6.7/10
3.7/10
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
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, with its dual-screen setup, offers an innovative approach that could be appealing for multitasking and creative work, but the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, known for its robust build and keyboard comfort, often favors business users seeking durability and typing experience. Both have fair GPUs and screen refresh rates, making them suitable for casual gaming and 3D tasks, while the ThinkPad's reputed reliability and the Zenbook's unique screen could sway users based on their preference for innovation or traditional sturdiness.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
8.0/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 features a dual-screen setup which can be valuable for multitasking in engineering and design, but it typically has less powerful CPU and GPU options compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, which offers high-end processors and graphics suitable for demanding tasks. Furthermore, the ThinkPad T14 generally provides a better typing experience and quieter operation, which are preferable for prolonged work sessions, while the Zenbook Duo, with its unique screen, may compromise on portability and keyboard comfort.
Content Creation
7.3/10
8.3/10
5.5/10
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 T14 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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
7.0/10
8.3/10
5.5/10
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 T14 is very good for software development, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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.
Screen Quality
6.8/10
6.9/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 for content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 both offer screens with resolutions and brightness levels that are more than adequate for general tasks like browsing, document editing, and video streaming. For engineering and design, their displays cover a broad spectrum of colors, which is essential for accurately viewing and editing images and models. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their screens do not have high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion and a more immersive experience.
Cost
$999
$1,241
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 costs $1,241.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad T14 to have very good build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 compare to other laptops
"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."
"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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