Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent battery life

solid build quality

intuitive interface

mediocre display resolution

limited graphics performance

average processor speed

restricted upgrade options

ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade construction

effective cooling system

reasonable price point

heavy build

mediocre battery life

limited port selection

dim display brightness

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE)
71 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm 39.9 cm x 26.9 cm x 2.39 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Platinum grey | Abyss blue | Cherry red IMR Eclipse grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 17.3"
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 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 6405U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 2 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM570 Express
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 180 Watt, 20 V, 9 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IML05 (81WA) ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HE)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, palm rest label, TUF sticker
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
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 System password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
Repairability Index - 6.9 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - HX006T
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