ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) and Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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

Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

powerful AMD processor

high-resolution display

sustainable materials used

compact and lightweight

higher price point

no HDMI port

limited upgradeability

average battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) and Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm 29.94 cm x 19.96 cm x 1.399 cm
Weight 2 kg 1.19 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Eclipse grey Black (bottom), arctic grey (top)
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Power, 91.6% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11300H / 3.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB 16 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 660M
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello, e-camera shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Qualcomm NFA725A
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 51.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 22.8 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 200 Watt, 20 V, 10 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, haptic feedback, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX516PM) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features System password Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, pen upgradable, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards - RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
Model Number HN015T -
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