Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH). 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 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

solid processor performance

adequate port selection

comfortable keyboard

affordable price

average display quality

moderate battery life

heavier design

no thunderbolt support

ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

durable military-grade construction

efficient cooling system

fast 120Hz refresh rate

reasonable price point

heavy build

mediocre battery life

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH)
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
64 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.4 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.89 cm 39.92 cm x 26.94 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Brushed metal
Colour Mineral grey Bonfire black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, NanoEdge display, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 4600H / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / AMD Radeon Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio DTS:X Ultra
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours Up to 11.6 hours
Battery Run Time - Video playback: up to 11.6 hours
Web browsing: up to 7.8 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 150 Watt, 19.5 V, 7.7 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Overstroke technologie
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), Armoury Crate
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 15) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706IH)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge System password, ASUS Aura Sync technology, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 0.6 W/kg (body), 0.6 W/kg (limb) 0.242 W/kg (body), 0.242 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
Model Number IML 20RW AU073R
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