ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2). 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 Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade build

efficient cooling system

good value for money

heavyweight design

average battery life

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

solid performance

adequate connectivity options

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) and Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.45 cm 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Graphite black Thunder black
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
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 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, IPS-level Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 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 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
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 - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 / Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Dual speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards DTS:X Ultra High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Input: AI noise cancelling, near-field, far-field Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 46.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED, marked WASD, 1 RGB zone, ASUS Overstroke technology Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.0b
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft 365 (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 4 (21H2)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Cortana support, honeycomb design, Self-Cleaning Cooling 2.0 Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number HN001W -
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