Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS). 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 T495s (20QK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

efficient AMD processor

limited storage capacity

no Thunderbolt support

average display brightness

higher price point

ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

high refresh rate display

durable military-grade build

efficient thermal management

competitive price point

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited color accuracy

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) and ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.615 cm x 1.67 cm 35.5 cm x 25.2 cm x 2.68 cm
Weight 1.33 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour Black Off black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, 170° viewing angle Narrow-bezel design, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.75 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
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 T495s (20QK) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 AMD Radeon RX 7600S / AMD Radeon 680M
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - AMD Smart Shift Technology
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111EPV -
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.4 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1-zone white backlit, 1.7mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
Dock
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QK) ASUS TUF Gaming A16 (FA617NS)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable Gen 2 Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader -
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, MIL-STD-810G tested MIL-STD-810H tested, Arc Flow Fans, 0dB Ambient Cooling
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Model Number - N3083W
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