Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF). 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 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 F15 (FX506HF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade build

efficient cooling system

good value for money

heavyweight design

average battery life

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.6 cm x 20.9 cm x 1.29 cm 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.45 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom), glass (display cover) -
Colour Dual tone storm grey Graphite black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6"
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 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Dolby Vision, Smart sense panel Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 6-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost
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 Dual speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos DTS:X Ultra
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers, Smart Amp, AI noise cancelling Input: AI noise cancelling, near-field, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11.4 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
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, ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED, marked WASD, 1 RGB zone, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
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
HDMI 2.0b
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Microsoft 365 (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13x G2 IAP (21AT) ASUS TUF Gaming F15 (FX506HF)
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 nano 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, Cortana support, honeycomb design, Self-Cleaning Cooling 2.0
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
Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - HN001W
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