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PERFORMANCE4 fields
| Specification | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Graphics | Qualcomm Adreno (integrated) | Intel Graphics / AMD Radeon Graphics / Qualcomm Adreno |
| Memory Bandwidth | LPDDR5X-9523 (soldered, dual-channel) | — |
| Neural Engine | 80 TOPS | Intel NPU up to 50 TOPS; AMD XDNA up to 50 TOPS; Qualcomm Hexagon up to 45 TOPS |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Plus (25W TDP) | Intel: Core Ultra 9 386H (16 cores, up to 4.9 GHz), Core Ultra 7 355 (8 cores, up to 4.7 GHz), Core Ultra 5 325 (8 cores, up to 4.5 GHz); AMD: Ryzen AI 7 345 (6 cores/12 threads, up to 4.6 GHz), Ryzen AI 5 330 (4 cores/8 threads, up to 4.5 GHz); Qualcomm: Snapdragon X X1-26-100 (8 cores, up to 2.97 GHz); AMD: Ryzen AI 9 465 (UX3480GA) |
LAUNCH DATE2 fields
| Specification | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Released | Expected 2026-10 | 2026-09 (international rollout) |
| Status | Announced; expected 2026-10 | Available |
DISPLAY6 fields
| Specification | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Brightness | 400 nits | 3K: 1100 nits (HDR peak), 500 nits; FHD: 300 nits |
| Color | 45% NTSC | 100% DCI-P3 (OLED panels) |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz (3K), 60Hz (FHD) |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels (WUXGA) | 2880 x 1800 (3K) or 1920 x 1200 (FHD/WUXGA) |
| Size | 14 inches | 14 inches |
| Type | IPS, optional touch | OLED, 100% DCI-P3, 16:10, touch or non-touch (stylus support on select models) |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION5 fields
| Specification | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental | — | REACH, RoHS |
| Launch Price | €1,099 (Base configuration) — Europe | €1,199 (UX3480KA (AMD), starting) — Europe; €1,499 (UX3480KA (AMD), higher config) — Europe; £1,399 (UX3480KA (AMD)) — UK; AED 5,299 (UX3480KA (AMD), 24GB RAM) — UAE |
| Launch Price (USD) | $1,299 (US launch price) | — |
| Models | — | UX3480AA (Intel Core Ultra Series 3), UX3480KA (AMD Ryzen AI 300), UX3480GA (AMD Ryzen AI 9 465), UX3480QA (Snapdragon X) |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦1,818,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) | ₦1,906,400 – ₦2,383,400 (estimate, converted from Europe launch price) |
OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Plus (25W TDP); Graphics: Qualcomm Adreno (integrated) | Intel Core Ultra Series 3 / AMD Ryzen AI 300 / AMD Ryzen AI 400 / Qualcomm Snapdragon X; Graphics: Intel Graphics / AMD Radeon Graphics / Qualcomm Adreno |
| Manufacturer | Lenovo | ASUS |
| Model | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 | ASUS Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
| Operating System | Windows 11 (Copilot+ PC) | Windows 11 Home / Windows 11 Pro |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2026 |
BODY AND BUILD4 fields
| Specification | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Colors | Luna Grey, Cloud Grey | Intel/Snapdragon: Zabriskie Beige, Komodo Coral, Arctic Blue; AMD: Zabriskie Beige, Rose Pink, Arctic Blue |
| Dimensions | Thickness: 17.39 mm | 311.2 x 215.8 x 13.9-16.9 mm |
| Material | Aluminium top, PC-ABS bottom | Ceraluminum finish, MIL-STD 810H |
| Weight | From 1.3 kg (2.87 lbs) | 1.10 kg, 1.20 kg or 1.30 kg (depending on config) |
MEMORY AND STORAGE4 fields
| Specification | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Configurations | — | Intel/AMD: 16GB or 24GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSD; Snapdragon: 8GB or 16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB SSD |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5x-9523 (soldered, not upgradable) | 8GB (Snapdragon only), 16GB or 24GB LPDDR5X onboard |
| Storage | 1TB SSD + spare M.2 2280 slot | 256GB, 512GB or 1TB |
| Storage Type | M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD (two M.2 slots) | M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD |
PORTS AND CONNECTIVITY1 field
| Specification | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports and connectivity | 2x USB-C, 2x USB-A; Video: HDMI; Card reader: SD; Audio: 3.5mm jack; Kensington lock slot; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 7 | Intel: 1x Thunderbolt 4, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A; AMD: 1x USB4 Type-C (40Gbps), 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A; Snapdragon: 1x USB4 Type-C, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A; HDMI: HDMI 2.1; Audio: 3.5mm combo; Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), triple band 2x2; Bluetooth: 5.4 (Intel/AMD), 5.3 (Snapdragon) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING3 fields
| Specification | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 26 hours local video playback (Lenovo claim) | AMD: up to 19 hours web browsing at 150 nits |
| Battery Type | 50 Wh | 70 Wh (4-cell) or 50 Wh (3-cell); Snapdragon: 50 Wh |
| Charging | 65W USB-C AC adapter, PD 3.0 | 68W USB-C adapter |
AUDIO AND WEBCAM3 fields
| Specification | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Microphones | Dual-microphone array with smart noise-cancelling | Built-in array microphone |
| Speakers | 2x 2W speakers | Built-in speakers with Smart Amp, array microphone |
| Webcam | FHD | FHD camera with IR (Windows Hello), privacy shutter |
SOFTWARE AND EXTRAS4 fields
| Specification | ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 | Zenbook 14 UX3480 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Keyboard | Backlit | Backlit chiclet keyboard, 1.7 mm travel, Copilot key |
| Operating System | Windows 11 (Copilot+ PC) | Windows 11 Home / Windows 11 Pro |
| Security | Firmware TPM 2.0, fingerprint reader in power button, IR camera for Windows Hello | Firmware TPM, Microsoft Pluton, IR webcam with Windows Hello, BIOS password |
| Trackpad | Buttonless Mylar Precision TouchPad, 75 x 120 mm | Precision touchpad |