Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

sufficient connectivity options

simple user interface

average display quality

limited battery life

modest graphics capability

no backlight keyboard

ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

durable military-grade construction

fast 144hz refresh rate

efficient cooling system

decent battery life

heavy build

no thunderbolt support

average color accuracy

limited viewing angles

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR)
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm 35.4 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.49 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 42.6 cm x 30.6 cm x 1.04 cm / 3.84 kg
Weight 1.85 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Granite black IMR Mecha grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 300 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB, 75.35% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 6800H
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 / AMD Radeon 680M
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA DLSS, Ray tracing cores Gen2
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speaker, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 4 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, marked WASD, 1 RGB zone, 1.7mm travel distance, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.0b
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (81UT) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507RR)
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 ASUS Aura Sync technology, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Arc Flow Fans
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number - HF013X
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