Choose Vivobook 16 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core Ultra 5 225H (vs Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz)
- GPU Model at Intel Graphics (vs AMD Radeon RX 550)
- Installed Memory at 16 GB (vs 8 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 512 GB (vs 256 GB)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Vivobook 16 vs ThinkPad E480
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Vivobook 16 and ThinkPad E480 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Vivobook 16 | ThinkPad E480 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | ASUS | Lenovo |
| Product Family | VivoBook | ThinkPad |
| Model | Vivobook 16 | ThinkPad E480 |
| Model Number | X1607CA-MB139WS | ThinkPad E480 |
| Part Number / SKU | 90NB15A1-M007L0 | — |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2018 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Budget | Mainstream |
| Color | Quiet Blue | — |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core Ultra 5 | Intel Core i5 |
| Processor Model | Intel Core Ultra 5 225H | Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz |
| Processor Generation | Intel Core Ultra Series 2 | 8th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 3 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 14 cores | 4 cores |
| Performance Cores | 4 cores | — |
| Efficiency Cores | 8 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 14 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 1.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 18 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 28 W | 15 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 115 W | — |
| CPU Manageability Technology | Intel Standard Manageability | — |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | — |
| NPU Model | Intel AI Boost | — |
| NPU Performance | 13 TOPS | — |
| Platform AI Performance | 83 TOPS | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | AMD |
| GPU Model | Intel Graphics | AMD Radeon RX 550 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 2 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | GDDR5 |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 1 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz via HDMI |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 2400 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | Onboard + SO-DIMM | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 1 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | — | Dual |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | M.2 2280 + 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | microSD |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 16 inch | 14 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | WUXGA | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS-level | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | — |
| Display Brightness | 300 nits | 250 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | — | 400:1 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | 89 % | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1080p | 720p |
| IR Camera | Yes | — |
| Camera Privacy Shutter | Yes | — |
| Windows Hello Face | Yes | — |
| Camera Features | FHD IR camera; Windows Hello; privacy shutter | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Built-in speakers | 2 x speakers |
| Speaker Power | — | 2 x 1.5 W |
| Audio Technology | SonicMaster | Dolby Advanced Audio |
| Microphone Configuration | Array microphone | Dual-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard | Spill-resistant 6-row keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | — |
| Key Travel | 1.7 mm | — |
| Copilot Key | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | Precision Touchpad | ThinkPad Mylar touchpad |
| Touchpad Material | — | Mylar |
| Pointing Stick | — | Yes |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ax | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Dual-band | Dual-band |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 1x1 | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | 4.1 |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | — | 1 GbE |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) | 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1; 1x USB 2.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 2 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), DisplayPort, Power Delivery | 1x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 / Power Delivery / DisplayPort |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 1.4 | 1.4b |
| DisplayPort Output | Yes | DisplayPort via USB-C |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 | 1x M.2 storage slot |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 45 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 3 cells | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Li-polymer |
| Battery Life | — | 13.51 hours |
| Battery Life Test Method | — | MobileMark 2014 |
| Fast Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Fast Charge Level | 60 % | 80 % |
| Fast Charge Time | 49 min | 60 min |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | 65 W |
| Power Connector | USB-C | USB-C |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 65 W | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 357 mm | 329 mm |
| Depth | 250.6 mm | 242 mm |
| Thickness | 19.9 mm | 21.9 mm |
| Weight | 1.88 kg | 1.75 kg |
| Chassis Material | Plastic top case | PC/ABS |
| Lid Material | — | PC/ABS |
| Base Material | — | PC/ABS |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 180 degree | — |
| MIL-STD Testing | US MIL-STD 810H military-grade standard | MIL-STD-810G tested |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Firmware TPM | — |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | Intel Standard Manageability | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | — | ENERGY STAR 8.0 |
| EPEAT | — | Gold |
| TCO Certified | — | TCO Certified |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Manufacturer Limited Warranty | Mail-in or depot limited warranty |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose ThinkPad E480 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz (vs Intel Core Ultra 5 225H)
- GPU Model at AMD Radeon RX 550 (vs Intel Graphics)
- Installed Memory at 8 GB (vs 16 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 256 GB (vs 512 GB)
What is the difference between Vivobook 16 and ThinkPad E480?
Vivobook 16 and ThinkPad E480 share specifications such as Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), Processor Manufacturer (Intel), CPU Architecture (x86-64).
The main differences: Processor Model (Vivobook 16: Intel Core Ultra 5 225H, ThinkPad E480: Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz); GPU Model (Vivobook 16: Intel Graphics, ThinkPad E480: AMD Radeon RX 550); Installed Memory (Vivobook 16: 16 GB, ThinkPad E480: 8 GB); Storage Capacity (Vivobook 16: 512 GB, ThinkPad E480: 256 GB).
Vivobook 16 may suit users who need its differing values, while ThinkPad E480 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.