Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T). 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 S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

fast SSD storage

comfortable keyboard

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity ports

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

solid build quality

affordable price point

backlit keyboard feature

adequate cooling system

moderate battery life

heavyweight design

no thunderbolt support

limited display brightness

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) and ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
73 % - Design
65 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.27 cm x 23.05 cm x 1.79 cm 36.04 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.68 cm
Weight 1.69 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Platinum grey | Abyss blue -
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
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 -
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD PCIe 3.0 x2
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio DTS Headphone:X
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 52.5 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad S340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad S340) ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GT (BQ023T)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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 -
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value 1.084 W/kg (body), 1.084 W/kg (limb) 0.05 W/kg (body), 0.05 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number 14API 81NB -
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