ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK). 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 (FA506IV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade build

efficient cooling system

good value for money

heavyweight design

mediocre battery life

dim display brightness

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful processor performance

sharp display resolution

robust build quality

efficient thermal management

versatile connectivity options

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited color options

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.49 cm 35.6 cm x 25.35 cm x 1.75 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Bonfire black Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.1% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 4800H / 2.9 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 7530U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache - L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 45 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
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 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA506IV) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Included Accessories Power adapter, bezel label USB-C power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features System password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 0.352 W/kg (body), 0.352 W/kg (limb) -
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
Model Number HN246T -
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