ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) and Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340). 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 FX505GE (BQ398T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

affordable price point

durable military-grade design

backlit keyboard feature

decent audio quality

average battery life

heavyweight build

no thunderbolt support

standard display quality

Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

large display size

adequate processor performance

decent storage capacity

quiet operation

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) and Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.6 cm 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2.8 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black IMR Platinum grey
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 45%
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz AMD Athlon 300U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630 AMD Radeon Vega 3
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
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 Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 36 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 7.5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 120 Watt, 19 V, 6.3 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GE (BQ398T) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Included Accessories Power adapter, palm rest label Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 17API 81LY
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