ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340). 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 Gaming A15 (FA506II) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

durable military-grade construction

efficient cooling system

fast 144Hz refresh rate

good value for money

heavyweight design

modest battery life

dim display brightness

noisy under load

Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent battery life

fast SSD storage

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) and Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.49 cm 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Bonfire black Abyss blue
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - TN
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 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.1% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB -
Features Anti-glare, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 4600H / 3 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti / AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Vega 3
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506II) Lenovo IdeaPad S340-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340)
Included Accessories Power adapter, bezel label Power adapter
Security - 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, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.352 W/kg (body), 0.352 W/kg (limb) 0.847 W/kg (limb), 0.847 W/kg (body)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number HN138T 15API 81NC
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