ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540). 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 FX505DT (AL375T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

affordable price point

durable military-grade construction

backlit keyboard feature

decent audio quality

average battery life

heavyweight design

no thunderbolt support

standard display resolution

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim aluminum design

full hd display

solid keyboard feel

decent battery life

quiet cooling system

average color accuracy

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.04 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.68 cm 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.91 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Gold steel Mineral grey
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
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. 120 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.1% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 72%
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3550H / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / AMD Radeon Vega 8 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus Max-Q design
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards DTS Headphone:X High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
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)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A 90 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Overstroke technologie Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), DTS Headphone X, Armoury Crate Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT (AL375T) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Included Accessories Power adapter, palm rest label Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, ASUS Aura Sync technology, anti-dust cooling system, HyperCool thermal system Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.1 W/kg (body), 0.1 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 15IWL GTX 81SW
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