ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) and ASUS X515EA (BQ136T). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

solid gaming performance

lightweight and portable

efficient cooling system

competitive price point

average battery life

no webcam included

limited port selection

mediocre speaker quality

ASUS X515EA (BQ136T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515EA (BQ136T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

solid processor performance

fast ssd storage

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) and ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ136T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Eclipse grey Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
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. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11300H / 3.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 6 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Camera - Yes - VGA
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Speaker, microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 37 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 200 Watt, 20 V, 10 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) ASUS X515EA (BQ136T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password -
Repairability Index - 6.5 (out of 10)
Model Number HN015T -
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