ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG). 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 FX505GM (AL301T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

durable military-grade construction

high refresh rate display

backlit keyboard included

competitive price point

average battery life

heavyweight design

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient multitasking capabilities

solid build quality

responsive fingerprint sensor

good value pricing

adequate port selection

average battery life

dim display brightness

mediocre speaker quality

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.6 cm 31.35 cm x 22.4 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Black IMR Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
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 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.1% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache 9 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed - 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 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, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 45 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
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)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (AL301T) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Firmware 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, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 0.04 W/kg (body), 0.04 W/kg (limb) -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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