ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) and Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2). 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 FX705GE (EV168T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

full hd display

durable keyboard design

decent cooling system

affordable gaming option

heavyweight build

average battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

excellent build quality

powerful AMD processor

high-resolution display

sustainable materials used

compact and lightweight

higher price point

no HDMI port

limited upgradeability

average battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) and Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.98 cm x 27.94 cm x 2.76 cm 29.94 cm x 19.96 cm x 1.399 cm
Weight 2.7 kg 1.19 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Black IMR, red matter Black (bottom), arctic grey (top)
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.36% Adobe RGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Power, 91.6% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 9 MB 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics 630 AMD Radeon 660M
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello, e-camera shutter
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards DTS Headphone:X High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Qualcomm NFA725A
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh 51.5 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 22.8 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 120 Watt, 19 V, 6.3 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features ASUS Overstroke technologie, HyperStrike technology Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, haptic feedback, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GE (EV168T) Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 Gen 1 (21D2)
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
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, pen upgradable, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards - RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
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
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
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