ASUS F515JA (BR097T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS F515JA (BR097T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

decent battery life

fast SSD storage

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB-C ports

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent battery life

adequate connectivity options

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

basic graphics performance

slower processor speed

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS F515JA (BR097T) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ)
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS F515JA (BR097T) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS F515JA (BR097T) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm 36.22 cm x 25.34 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Plastic Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Slate grey Platinum grey | Abyss blue
DISPLAY ASUS F515JA (BR097T) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life, NanoEdge display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS F515JA (BR097T) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS F515JA (BR097T) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS F515JA (BR097T) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS F515JA (BR097T) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 600
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - VGA Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Video Resolutions 640 x 480 -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS F515JA (BR097T) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS F515JA (BR097T) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS F515JA (BR097T) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt
INPUT ASUS F515JA (BR097T) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS F515JA (BR097T) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS F515JA (BR097T) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft 365 Personal
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS F515JA (BR097T) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IGL05 (81WQ)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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