ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN). 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 FX505DT (AL086T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

affordable price point

durable build quality

backlit keyboard feature

decent audio quality

average battery life

heavyweight design

no thunderbolt support

standard display resolution

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

high-resolution display

high price point

limited graphics performance

fewer ports available

average webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
74 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.6 cm 31.56 cm x 22.25 cm x 1.536 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.12 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top)
Colour - Deep black paint
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.1% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3550H / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1365U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 5.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus 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 Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Input AC 120/230 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 FX505DT (AL086T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL086T) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Discrete 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 - Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 0.1 W/kg (body), 0.1 W/kg (limb) -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
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