ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)

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In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) and Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S). 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 FX705GM (EV235T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

vivid 144Hz display

efficient cooling system

spacious hybrid storage

decent audio quality

heavyweight design

moderate battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) and Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.98 cm x 27.94 cm x 2.76 cm 35.89 cm x 24.49 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 2.7 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material Plastic, metal Aluminum
Colour Black IMR, red matter Mineral grey
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6" - 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. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC, 75.36% Adobe RGB -
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, glass cover
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features - Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A 65 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features ASUS Overstroke technologie, HyperStrike technology Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
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
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo App Explorer
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (Lenovo IdeaPad 530S)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 15IKB 81EV
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