Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS). 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 17IAU7 (82RL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

decent processor performance

lightweight design

good keyboard layout

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

plastic build quality

ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high refresh rate display

solid gaming performance

durable build quality

good thermal management

heavyweight design

average battery life

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
71 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.9 cm x 27.4 cm x 1.99 cm 35.5 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.68 cm
Weight 2.04 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) -
Colour Arctic grey Sandstorm
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - TN 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 60% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle 3 ms response rate, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
CPU Intel Pentium 8505 / 1.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS / 4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5.2 GHz
Number of Cores 5-core 8-core
Cache 8 MB 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon RX 7600S / AMD Radeon 780M
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - AMD Smart Shift Technology
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7.1 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 7.1 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (white)
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 Personal Armoury Crate, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617XS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
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, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS MIL-STD-810H tested, Arc Flow Fans
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - N4036W
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