Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard comfort

high-resolution display

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

short battery life

high price point

noisy under load

ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) 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

spacious storage options

heavy chassis design

mediocre battery life

no thunderbolt support

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) vs. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm 39.9 cm x 26.8 cm x 2.48 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic Brushed metal
Colour - Eclipse grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut - 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB
Features - Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, NanoEdge display, thin bezel design, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)
CPU No CPU AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores - 8-core
Cache - L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)
RAM 0 GB 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 2 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos DTS:X Ultra
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 200 Watt, 20 V, 10 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Overstroke technologie
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV) ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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 ASUS Aura Sync technology, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - HX001T
Other Comparisons with Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (2nd Gen) (20QV)
Other Comparisons with ASUS TUF Gaming A17 (FA706QM)
Other Popular Laptop Comparisons
Other projects: