ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3). 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 FX705DU (AU024T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

durable military-grade construction

vivid 144Hz display

effective cooling system

reasonable price point

heavy build

average battery life

no Thunderbolt support

limited port selection

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

mediocre display color

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.98 cm x 27.94 cm x 2.66 cm 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 1.46 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide
Colour Grey, gold Black
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 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 - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 72%
Features Matte Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 3750H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD PCIe 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - SK Hynix
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 16.11 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt, 19 V, 9.23 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
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 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DU (AU024T) Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
Dockable - Yes
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 - RoHS
SAR Value 0.12 W/kg (body), 0.12 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
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