ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) and Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8). 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 FX505DY (BQ009T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable gaming option

robust physical build

decent processor performance

full hd display

adequate cooling system

mediocre battery life

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

average sound quality

Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

reliable performance

good security features

competitive price point

average battery life

modest display quality

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) and Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
74 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.04 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.68 cm 32.9 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.75 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - 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. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
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 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon RX 560X Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards DTS Headphone:X High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek R8111GUS
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY (BQ009T) Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS
SAR Value 0.07 W/kg (limb), 0.07 W/kg (body) 0.47 W/kg (body), 0.47 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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