ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) and Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7). 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 FX505DV (NOS2060) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade construction

efficient cooling system

reasonable price point

heavy and bulky

average battery life

noisy under load

limited port selection

Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

powerful processor options

good battery life

reliable security features

heavier than competitors

limited color accuracy

expensive base model

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) and Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.04 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.68 cm 36.19 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.05 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.82 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre hybrid (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour Stealth black Thunder black
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7)
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. 120 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3550H / 2.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 7540U / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 AMD Radeon 740M
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
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards DTS Headphone:X High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - AMD RZ616
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 86 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7)
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 FX505DV (NOS2060) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DV (NOS2060) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21K7)
Included Accessories Power adapter, palm rest label USB-C power adapter
Security - Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader, smart card 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 MIL-STD-810G tested, HyperCool thermal system Administrator password, system password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, 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%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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