ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X390

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) and Lenovo ThinkPad X390. 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

Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

compact and portable

reliable performance

average display brightness

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) and Lenovo ThinkPad X390
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.98 cm x 27.94 cm x 2.76 cm 31.2 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 2.7 kg 1.33 kg
Case Material Plastic, metal -
Colour Black IMR, red matter -
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 13.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (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 45%
Features Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
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
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
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 FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh -
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A -
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features ASUS Overstroke technologie, HyperStrike technology Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
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
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX705GM (EV235T) Lenovo ThinkPad X390
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter -
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)
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
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