ASUS 15 (X509FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 15 (X509FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate performance

decent battery life

average display quality

limited graphics power

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

efficient thermal management

reliable security features

mediocre display brightness

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS 15 (X509FA) and Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS 15 (X509FA) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS 15 (X509FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 2.29 cm 32.9 cm x 22.615 cm x 1.67 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.33 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Slate grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS 15 (X509FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Low Power
PROCESSOR ASUS 15 (X509FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS 15 (X509FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
STORAGE ASUS 15 (X509FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD PCIe 3.0 x2 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS 15 (X509FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS 15 (X509FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation - WWAN upgradable
BATTERY ASUS 15 (X509FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 16.4 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS 15 (X509FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS 15 (X509FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS 15 (X509FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS 15 (X509FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included McAfee (12 months subscription), MyASUS -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS 15 (X509FA) Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, GOST-R RoHS
SAR Value 0.13 W/kg (body), 0.13 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Model Number EJ079T -
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