Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

sharp display resolution

fast SSD storage

good battery life

efficient thermal management

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated GPU

average speaker quality

ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

sturdy build quality

large display size

competitive price point

good thermal management

heavy and bulky

average battery life

mediocre speaker quality

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.6 cm x 20.9 cm x 1.29 cm 39.5 cm x 26.4 cm x 2.54 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom), glass (display cover) -
Colour Dual tone storm grey Mecha grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Dolby Vision, Smart sense panel Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS / 4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5.2 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 8-core
Cache 12 MB 24 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / AMD Radeon 780M
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) NVIDIA G-SYNC, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers, Smart Amp, AI noise cancelling Output: Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.4 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI)
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 ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad, smart sense keyboard backlight Chiclet keyboard, marked WASD, 1 RGB zone, 1.7mm travel distance, mini LED backlit
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI (on supplied adapter)
VGA (on supplied adapter)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
USB 3.0 (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI 2.1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB4 Gen 2x2
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA707XI)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Power adapter
Bundled with ThinkBook USB-C Micro Hub -
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Arc Flow Fans
Compliant Standards RoHS, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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Model Number - HX021W
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