Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV). 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 ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive security features

good battery life

solid performance

heavier than competitors

modest display brightness

limited graphics power

higher price point

ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

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 ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm 35.4 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 1.55 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide, Talc15 -
Colour Black Mecha grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, WideView, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / AMD Radeon 680M
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852AE -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111H-CG -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV)
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 ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Chiclet keyboard, 1 RGB zone, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB4/DisplayPort
HDMI 2.1
LAN
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XL) ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NV)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Arc Flow Fans
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
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